Title: Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG Family-friendly hotel with 2 hot tubs and free water park access ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/413252a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/e967ed02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/b178a49e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/7020657a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/4225ba1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to free continental breakfast, free water park access, and an arcade/game room at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Three Bear Bar and Grill, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Gym ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 3 - Dec. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 4 - Dec. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=1272680&PinnedHotelID=1272680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 15 of 15 rooms ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/b086be24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Standard Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/80c36907.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) 8.0 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/b610a613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications) ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/7d7ae9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Multiple Beds 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/35b589ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Multiple Beds 8.4 Very good 22 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/d015d245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Queen Beds 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272700/1272680/7d7ae9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBrainerd-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Brainerd-Baxter.h1272680.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBrainerd-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Brainerd-Baxter.h1272680.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.38020%2C-94.25117&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bCkElbRVyG-Ac1E_zldTdv1BF_U=) 15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN, 56425 #### What's nearby - Brainerd International Raceway - 5 min drive - 6.5 km - Northland Arboretum - 6 min drive - 6.1 km - North Long Lake - 6 min drive - 8.7 km - Lake Ossawinnamakee - 10 min drive - 9.0 km - Gull Lake - 10 min drive - 11.2 km #### Getting around - Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 156 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪El Tequila Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬17 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk - ‪Poncho & Lefty's - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG Family-friendly hotel Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG and take advantage of free continental breakfast, free water park access, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Three Bear Bar and Grill, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby. You'll also find perks like: - An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with a lazy river and a waterslide - Free self parking - 1 meeting room, ATM/banking services, and a front-desk safe - A banquet hall, a vending machine, and free newspapers - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 98 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property. 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Laundry facilities - Lazy river - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Snack bar/deli - 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 center - 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 ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free crib - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools The property’s water park is closed Monday-Wednesday. ### Renovations and closures The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 2 to May 22: - Water park 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - 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 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG? > As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG on Dec 17, 2025 start from CA $155.69, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Brainerd-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Brainerd-Baxter.h1272680.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG located? > Located in Brainerd, this family-friendly hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Northland Arboretum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of WonderTrek Children's Museum and North Long Lake. Mississippi River and Gregory Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 456 8 - Good 253 6 - Okay 80 4 - Poor 42 2 - Terrible 16 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.6/10 Amenities ### 8.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal Oct 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean rooms and wonderful waterpark. ##### Crystal Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHOUA Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place for my family ##### CHOUA Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandra Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best place to stay un Brainerd area ##### sandra Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ROY Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was good ##### ROY Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alan Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place for kids ##### alan Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Second time staying. 10 year old son LOVES IT. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sara Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great property and wonderful area to vacation with young kids. Waterpark is perfect for our 6 & 12 year olds. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8f696ffa-119a-4564-ade6-3041a61810e6-1753994593573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sara Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Chante Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Family friendly ##### Chante Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shannon Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay the night with the kids. They enjoyed time in the waterpark. Room was perfect for our family. Friendly staff. ##### Shannon Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly Aug 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My family loves this hotel and water park! This was our second year celebrating my daughter’s birthday here, and her older sister wants to stay here for her next birthday too. I love the water park area- it’s big enough to keep us all busy, but small enough to be able to locate all the kids fairly easily. The water and room temperature are perfect too! ##### Holly Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The waterpark area was big with lots to do to keep my kids of all ages entertained all weekend! The room was big and beds were comfortable. ##### Tara Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Rizza Feb 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Hotel and service ##### Maria Rizza Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Very solid Holiday Inn Express! Super fast check in. Great room. Perfect for our quick 1 night stay. ##### Simon Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle Dec 16, 2024 Liked: Amenities Hotel was clean and the staff friendly ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chelsi May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fun place! The kids love it ##### Chelsi Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The water park was perfect for toddlers and a nice overall hitel ##### Lindsey Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Food was good, beds were good, ac worked, had an xbox in kids room so kids could play after swimming! Tub drain plug was broken but we got it figured out! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/08091a7c-9fc9-49b2-8f0a-c98100e3aa8f-1754324646508.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4ae67c33-6e15-4d9a-a91d-e84db738bc5f-1754324647575.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alexis Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Amenities Everyone was very friendly and my kids had a blast at the waterpark! ##### Amber Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location! Our room was clean, beds were comfortable, lots of options for breakfast, and the waterpark was a blast! We will definitely be back! ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Close to location and airport! ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garrett Nov 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean and great staff ##### Garrett Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Dec 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very family friendly! ##### Mary Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela & Kevin Feb 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our stay was great! Hotel was nice and clean and staff was friendly. ##### Angela & Kevin Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob Mar 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place! ##### Jacob Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nichole May 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fun place. Nice staff. Clean environment. 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