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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

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15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN, 56425
  • Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cragun's Legacy Courses
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible) | Private kitchen

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Family-friendly hotel with a water park and free breakfast
This hotel features a water park (surcharge), an indoor pool, and a restaurant. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a water park (surcharge), a lazy river, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG. During your stay, you'll be close to Northland Arboretum. You'll find features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Three Bear Bar and Grill
  • Splash around at the water park with a lazy river or swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and a business center
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Brainerd International Raceway and 7 minutes from Mississippi River
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG offers its guests a water park (surcharge), a lazy river, and a waterslide. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1001 square feet (93 square meters) and includes conference space. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG. Self parking is free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Three Bear Bar and Grill - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Three Bear Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,001 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The property’s water park is closed Monday-Wednesday.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Brainerd-Baxter
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Brainerd-Baxter
Holiday Inn Baxter
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Brainerd-Baxter
Baxter Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Baxter
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Brainerd Baxter

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 780 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 780 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 780 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 780 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 780 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very family friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Hotel was clean and the staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stacy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luvenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for families with kids. Separate hot tub for kids and adults in the waterpark area. Dining and drink options in the waterpark. Complimentary breakfast had robust options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Layla

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Pretty
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kari

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mandy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and efficient. Staff were friendly. The only problem was stuff shutting down earlier than anticipated. Waterpark is closed from 3-4 for safety check which is understandable and appreciated but slide was closed at 2:30. Happy hour at the bar from 5-7 but they closed at 6:45 and stopped taking food orders at 6. Signs were not very visible to have known when to order before they closed. Arcade closes with the pool which was a bummer for everything to shut all at one since we had just checked in at 3. Overall would stay again but would request better signage for all the closures and times.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I wish they would make changes
This hotel could be amazing. Well set-up hotel in a nice location. Waterpark is fantastic, they have laser tag, arcade, etc. The problem is the property is filthy, room and bedding smell like stale beer, and the staff couldn’t care less about anything. I really hope they make changes and take better care of the property. Also, apparently they no longer give hotel guests discounts on laser tag, so it was $45 for 10 minutes for 4 people.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and would stay again! My husband was looking forward to pancakes this morning but they didnt have any this time and the only other thing was no ice machine on 1st floor have to go to 2nd or 3rd
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Christie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The fireplace didn't work and was included in the price i paid. The room was bg and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024