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4.3 out of 5

"Other guests were very loud, running up and down the hallways and yelling for most of the eve and early morning after 6:30 AM, despite posted quiet ho ... " More

By a verified traveler on Tue 07 Mar 2023

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Hotel Description

Family-friendly 3-star hotel with water park

In Brainerd

At this Brainerd hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Northland Arboretum and 6 miles (10 km) of Brainerd International Raceway. Mississippi River and Lake Ossawinnamakee are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Water park, dining

A water park, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this hotel. Bring the family and enjoy the lazy river, children's pool, and waterslide. Enjoy the indoor pool and free perks like continental breakfast and free self parking.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$143* Per night/room Jun 11 - Jun 12

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

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

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel ratings based on 13 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel

Everyone (6) Family (4)
3 out of 5
Other guests were very loud, running up and down the hallways and yelling for most of the eve and early morning after 6:30 AM, despite posted quiet hours... We waited over half an hour for breakfast, but I could tell they were understaffed. Timing was very off on hot food though. Front desk staff were not sure on pool hours and I was told different times when I called prior to booking, when I checked in and when I call to verify from our room. Hot tub area was dusty, dirty, had old food and a beer can tossed up high but never removed. Not exactly what you’d expect for an almost $200 room. We may try again down the road but not a very fun or happy experience and we didn’t stay after check out.

Posted by , from Forest Lake on Mar 7, 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 30, 2021

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5 out of 5
The staff is excellent!

Posted by on Sep 8, 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from Maple Grove on Sep 7, 2021

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5 out of 5
The kids loved their time at this hotel! The water park offered a nice variety of activities to keep them busy.

Posted by on Mar 16, 2021

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4 out of 5
Waterpark and proximity to town and restaurants was great

Posted by on Oct 14, 2019

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3 out of 5
I had NO idea that it was a water park with kids running around every where. Could NOT enjoy breakfast and had kids running every where. Very loud and had to call front deck twice to changed soiled sheets. and to get room cleaned.

Posted by on Jan 3, 2019

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4 out of 5
Overall all a nice hotel. The waterpark was nice extra. The carpets both in the common areas and room need to be cleaned. Our bed was starting to sag a bit.

Posted by on Dec 26, 2018

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3 out of 5
Had trouble and the hotel staff couldn't;t help. Had trouble booking online, called and talked to Gretchen on 2-14-2018 at 11:25am Booked a King at Holiday Inn Baxter MN Got to hotel and had a two queen, they couldn't could change it. When checking out i wanted proof I didn't get the King, they said that Travelocity/Expedia can just call the hotel. Conf # 7329-9715-91036

Posted by on Feb 21, 2018

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4 out of 5

Family Time

Pros: This is a great hotel for families because of the water park and breakfast.
Everything went smoothly from our check-in on. The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Posted by on Apr 4, 2017

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About the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel

Location 15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN 56425

Property Features

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel 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 1000 square feet (93 square meters) and includes conference space. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel. Self parking is free.

  • 1 building
  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Children's pool
  • Lazy river
  • Waterslide
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet , Wireless internet access , High-speed internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel 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.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

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.

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa 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.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

The property’s water park is closed Monday-Wednesday.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

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)!

Pet Policy

  • 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

Policies

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guestroom doors are sealed after cleaning. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas. Contactless check-out is available. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG). This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 3
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • 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).
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.