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Explore beach hotels in Brainerd, MN from $86

Name: Cragun's Resort & Hotel
Price range: $106
Rating: 8.2

Top Brainerd Beach Resorts & Hotels

Good Ol' Days Resort

26050 Oak Lane, Nisswa, MN

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$86

includes taxes & fees

$80 per night

May 19 - May 20

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (597 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers

Travelers say...

"Great location; walking distance to Nisswa."

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2025

Maddens On Gull Lake

11266 Pine Beach Peninsula, Brainerd, MN

$144

includes taxes & fees

$134 per night

May 4 - May 5

This smoke-free resort features a golf course, a full-service spa, and a nightclub. There's fun for all ages with a children's club and a children's pool, and ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (185 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...

"Great facility with loads of things to do for the whole family."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2024

Lost Lake Lodge

7965 Lost Lake Rd, Nisswa, MN

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$144

includes taxes & fees

$134 per night

Apr 21 - Apr 22

A private beach and a restaurant are featured at this smoke-free lodge. Spend a day at the beach kayaking, or relax with sun loungers and beach umbrellas. Relax ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (179 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Travelers say...

"The cabin was very clean and cozy. It was very peaceful and quiet, and we felt relaxed. We loved the location in the trees and right next to the water! We would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

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Grand View Lodge

23521 Nokomis Avenue, Nisswa, MN

This smoke-free resort features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. There's fun for all ages with a children's club and a children's pool, ...

9/10 Wonderful! (769 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...

"Nice resort I was there for 2 weeks for business - they don’t provide room service at all - that’s pretty weird and difficult to deal with when u r staying for this long I asked for moisturizer and towels after a week and they couldn’t even get me a result of a decent moisturizer"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

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Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort

1685 Kavanaugh Drive, Brainerd, MN

A private beach and an outdoor pool are featured at this smoke-free hotel. Enjoy a day at the beach kayaking, or relax with sun loungers. Enjoy the indoor pool ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, outdoor pool

Winter weekend for two

"Our stay was perfect, very comfortable and relaxing. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2018

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Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

9820 Birch Bay Drive Southwest, County Road 77, Brainerd, Nisswa, MN

$149

includes taxes & fees

$139 per night

Apr 20 - Apr 21

A marina, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Dine at the beachfront restaurant and relax with sun loungers. Relax with ...

9/10 Wonderful! (303 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach bars, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"Our stay was wonderful for the short time we were there. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The view of the lake was spectacular. My only complaint is that the shower head was awful, needs to be replaced"

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

25039 Tame Fish Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN

$101

includes taxes & fees

$94 per night

May 7 - May 8

This smoke-free resort features a golf course, a full-service spa, and a marina. Enjoy a day at the beach kayaking, or relax with sun loungers. There's fun for ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (323 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"The staff were alot of fun and the place had a lot of history.. very memorable"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

11000 Craguns Dr, Brainerd, MN

$106

includes taxes & fees

$99 per night

Apr 20 - Apr 21

A golf course, 5 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. There's fun for all ages with a children's pool and a playground, ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Beach Condos in Brainerd

Catch Breathtaking Sunset Views from this Lake Front Condo w/ Firepit on Gull Lake

Nisswa

$197

includes taxes & fees

$186 per night

Apr 21 - Apr 22

10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)

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Top landmarks in Brainerd

Brainerd International Raceway

4.5/5(20 reviews)

You can take time to visit Brainerd International Raceway during your travels to Brainerd. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Brainerd hotels essential information

Accommodation	1,066 hotels
Lowest Price	$86
Highest Price	$216
Popular hotels	Cragun's Resort & Hotel, Grand View Lodge, Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort, Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant, Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort, Maddens On Gull Lake, Good Ol' Days Resort, Lost Lake Lodge