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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 603 guest reviews
- Has an indoor pool!
- Airport shuttle provided
- The Avg. Group Discount is 3.2%!
- Gym is available on property
- 102 rooms in property
- Check-out: 11:00am
- Group booking rating of 10.0/10
- 7 conference rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
Brainerd Internatational Speedway, Brainerd International Airport, lakes, championship golf courses, bike trails, hiking trails, shopping, spas, and more!
Map of The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
Verified Reviews of The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "It was a great experience."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The people were great, rooms was great; a beautiful hotel. I have already recommended to others.
Kathy A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
13-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Nov 09 to Sun Nov 10 2024 at a $177.99 average nightly rate. 
"Great room,Great bloody marry."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Good Time
Glenn L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
30-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 27 to Mon Oct 28 2024 at a $119.99 average nightly rate. "Awesome Vacation!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We only stayed one night (2 rooms) at your hotel but the rooms were great and the waterpark was awesome. My three granddaughters, ages 10, 9 and 6 had so much fun!
Anita J. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from
21-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 18 to Sat Oct 19 2024 at a $175.99 average nightly rate. "Wonderful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Love the rooms and friendly staff. Also, loved the bar/restaurant that was attached to the Lodge.
Arlyn Z. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Oct 01 to Wed Oct 02 2024 at a $118.99 average nightly rate. "Welcoming and entertaining for grandkids."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Welcoming and entertaining for grandkids.
Shari L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Nov 11 to Sun Nov 12 2023 at a $209.10 average nightly rate. "Nice Hotel & Fun Water Park"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean rooms. Water park was so fun! Staff was nice and accommodating and let me and my youngest granddaughter use pool area prior to check in while my husband went to football game!
Shari L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
12-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Nov 11 to Sun Nov 12 2023 at a $209.10 average nightly rate. "Excellent Waterpark & Hotel"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
My family enjoyed our stay for a wedding. Very clean room, great breakfast and professional employees. Excellent waterpark. I'll go back for sure.
Elizabeth S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
12-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 08 to Sun Sep 10 2023 at a $187.26 average nightly rate. "Nice Room"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The room was well furnished with log furniture. Nice.
John J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 09 to Sun Sep 10 2023 at a $199.00 average nightly rate. Property Description
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes offers a natural, rustic stylewith the cozy warmth of natural wood, stone fireplaces and sweeping views.THE LODGE AT BRAINERD LAKES AMENITIES*102 luxuriously-appointed and spacious guestrooms» 6 multi-room themed suites» 8 ADA approved accessible rooms* Complimentary hot breakfast buffet with every stay* Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property* 7,500 square feet of flexible meeting space* On-site restaurant and bar * 30,000 square foot indoor waterpark with Indoor/outdoor hot tub and arcade* Fitness center with gym-quality equipment* Firepit for after-function gatherings*Spacious outdoor recreation areas with zip line, sand volleyball court and children's playground. *Paul Bunyan's sized parking lot with plenty of room for trailers to turn around. Our meeting and banquet spaces are flexible and can accommodate groups up to 300 people. We offer delectable on-site catering to meet your groups food & beverage needs.* 5,200 square foot ballroom divisible into 2 separate rooms* One executive boardroom furnished in the deep, rich colors of the north woods* 2 meeting rooms, Ojibwa and Bait & Tackle, are perfect for small to medium groups * Outdoor patio and fire pit for group events * Oversized ballroom doorways perfect for accommodating large freight* FREE Wi-Fi access * Banquet bars and hardwood dance floorBaxter's Bar & Grill is open daily at 11:00 am.YEAR 'ROUND FUN! The Brainerd Lakes area of north central Minnesota is one of the top vacation destinations in the upper Midwest. Brainerd and the surrounding area offer a multitude of sports, recreation and entertainment for everyone. Fishing is popular throughout the year, while winter attracts ice fishermen, snowmobilers and downhill and cross country skiers.The warmer months attract those interested in activities such as boating, water skiing, golf and bicycling. If the weather is just plain lousy, you can relax at The Lodge and enjoy the waterpark and arcade, watch a video or check out the pub.Splash and play at the Paul Bunyan Indoor Waterpark and the Gold Mine Arcade.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 04:00pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2012 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 102 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 102 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 8 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 14 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 88 |
| Suites: | 102 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 7 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 12000 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 330 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 3.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | varies nightly |
| Pool Info: 30,000 square foot indoor water park with two slides, zero depth entry pool, indoor/outdoor hot tub, basketball hoops, lazy river, locker rooms, party rooms, snack bar, and video arcade | |
| Ownership: | Endeavor Hotel Group |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Reservations must be cancelled 48 hours prior to 4:00 pm arrival otherwise a 1 night cancellation fee applies. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | varies |
| Total Taxes: | 13.88% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 6.88% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 3.00% |
| City Tax: | 0.50% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 7.88% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 7.88% |
| Other Tax: | 0.50% (State Transportation tax) |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Parking Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Additional Person Fee: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 8.50 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 11.75 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 11.75 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 16.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 23.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 26.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 7.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 7.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 30.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.50 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.50 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Games room
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Office in room available
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Terrace
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Voicemail
- Wedding Chapel
Airport & Shuttle Information
Brainerd International Airport 7 miles
Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary shuttle to Brainerd Regional Airport
Breakfast Information
Complimentary full hot buffet breakfast is provided Monday through Friday mornings from 6 until 9AM and on Saturday and Sunday morning from 7AM until 10AM.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
Free spacious onsite parking with plenty of room for those with large trailers.Complimentary on-site Tesla charging stations
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary Wi Fi throughout the hotel and meeting rooms
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: The Local Blend - A cozy coffee shop offering a variety of breakfast options and specialty drinks. Located 3 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Lunch: The Iron Waffle Coffee Co. - A charming cafe serving savory waffles and gourmet coffee. Located 1.8 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Dinner: The Boulder Tap House - A popular restaurant known for its delicious burgers and extensive beer selection. Located 2.5 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Activity: Paul Bunyan Land - An amusement park featuring the iconic Paul Bunyan statue and various rides. Located 5.2 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Breakfast: The Uptown Cafe - A local favorite for hearty breakfast dishes and friendly service. Located 2.3 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Lunch: The Green Lantern - A casual eatery known for its delicious sandwiches and homemade soups. Located 3.8 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Dinner: The Barn - A rustic steakhouse offering prime cuts of meat and a cozy atmosphere. Located 4.7 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Activity: Mount Ski Gull - A popular ski resort offering skiing, snowboarding, and tubing activities. Located 8.9 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Breakfast: The Northwind Grille - A cozy breakfast spot serving classic American dishes with a twist. Located 4.2 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Lunch: The Boathouse - A waterfront restaurant offering fresh seafood and stunning lake views. Located 7.3 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Dinner: The Prairie Bay Grill & Catering - A fine dining restaurant specializing in farm-to-table cuisine. Located 6.5 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
- Activity: Cragun's Resort - A family-friendly resort with a wide range of activities including golf, swimming, and boating. Located 9.8 miles from Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
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Previously known as:
Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
Seasonality of Hotel Rates at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
The chart above shows seasonality of prices for both group prices and the best individual traveler rates we could find at the time the group/meeting offer was submitted. The lowest group/meeting discount shown is 16.7% in October 2022 and the highest average individual rate is $249 in the month of August 2022. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes.
Feel free to use the The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Baxter event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Sands Ballroom | 104 x 50 x 14 | 5200 | 304/-- | 266 | 200 | 125 | 149 | -- | 30/22 | 550 | 550 | 520 |
Close This Sands BallroomField Stone Fireplaces in the room. Walk out to the outdoor patio and courtyard. Firepit for groups to enjoy, available by reservation. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 5200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 104 x 50 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $1000.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
| Sands Ballroom | 104 x 50 x 16 | 4625 | 330/-- | 175 | 200 | 120 | 105 | -- | --/-- | 420 | 500 | -- |
Close This Sands BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 4625 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 104 x 50 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 0 Windows: 6 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Red Sand | 50 x 46 x 9 | 2300 | 136/-- | 75 | 72 | 75 | 44 | -- | --/-- | 200 | 120 | -- |
Close This Red SandRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2300 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 50 x 46 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Headwaters Boardroom | 24 x 19 x 8 | 456 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 14 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Headwaters BoardroomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 456 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 24 x 19 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $100.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
| Ojibwa | 25 x 23 x 8 | 575 | 48/-- | 33 | 24 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 4/3 | 50 | 58 | -- |
Close This OjibwaRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 575 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 23 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $200.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
| White Sand | 40 x 58 x 16 | 2320 | 160/-- | 75 | 90 | 80 | 48 | -- | --/-- | 215 | 250 | -- |
Close This White SandRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2320 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 40 x 58 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Amenities Available
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| Bait & Tackle | 33 x 23 x 8 | 759 | 48/-- | 30 | 32 | 34 | 30 | 30 | 5/4 | 60 | 70 | -- |
Close This Bait & TackleRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 759 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 33 x 23 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $200.00 USD  | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
What time is check in?
Check in time is 04:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes have?
There are 102 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes?
Yes, they have 7 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes?
Complimentary full hot buffet breakfast is provided Monday through Friday mornings from 6 until 9AM and on Saturday and Sunday morning from 7AM until 10AM.
What parking is available at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes?
Free spacious onsite parking with plenty of room for those with large trailers.Complimentary on-site Tesla charging stations
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary Wi Fi throughout the hotel and meeting rooms
Is there a gym at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 30,000 square foot indoor water park with two slides, zero depth entry pool, indoor/outdoor hot tub, basketball hoops, lazy river, locker rooms, party rooms, snack bar, and video arcade.
Can I get a group rate at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 3.2%.
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