Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd Baxter by IHG

15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN 56425 US
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3.0 Star Property Near Northland Arboretum
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  • Free water park access
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Free breakfast
  • Children's pool
  • Free self parking
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07/28/2026 - 07/29/2026
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Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd Baxter by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Very good reception great"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Outstanding.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
14-Feb-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Feb 12 to Fri Feb 13 2026 at a $149.00 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG in Brainerd, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Mississippi River and Gull Lake. This family-friendly hotel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Northland Arboretum and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Brainerd International Raceway.

You can enjoy a meal at Three Bear Bar and Grill serving the guests of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 98 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Northland Arboretum - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Brainerd International Raceway - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
North Long Lake - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Mississippi River - 7 km / 4.4 mi
Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Gregory Park - 7.8 km / 4.9 mi
Boom Lake - 8.1 km / 5 mi
Triangle Park - 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
Buster Dog Park - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Roundhouse Brewery - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Cragun's Legacy Courses - 9 km / 5.6 mi
WonderTrek Children's Museum - 9.6 km / 6 mi
Crow Wing State Park - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Gull Lake - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Mill Ave Park - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi

The nearest airports are:
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 14 km / 8.7 mi
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 221.6 km / 137.7 mi

The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Brainerd? This hotel has 1001 square feet (93 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities including a complimentary water park and a lazy river. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.

Green Sustainability

We are an active participant with IHG Green engage we internally monitor on carbon foot print and are proactive in ways to reduce our carbon foot print for a healthier environment.

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Free water park access
  • Banquet hall
  • Fishing nearby
  • Vending machine
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Conference space size (meters) - 93
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 2
  • Arcade/game room
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Internet access in public areas - high speed
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 98
  • Number of floors - 3
  • Professional property host/manager
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Free breakfast
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Daily
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Conference space
  • Waterslide
  • Lazy river
  • Computer station
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • ATM/banking
  • Conference space size (feet) - 1001

Airport & Shuttle Information

Brainerd Regional Airport, 10 miles, and taxi services available by Brianerd Area Taxi

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Currently we are offering a Breakfast to go option with prepackaged items like Jimmy Dean Sandwiches, Whole Fruit, Nutri Gran Bar, Cereal and Oatmeal. Your meal is prepped contactless and delivered to your door handle at the time of your choosing.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

We allow pets in only Standard Two Queen Rooms on the first floor. The fee is $25.00 per stay.

Internet / WiFI

We provide complimentary high speed internet both wireless and wired. Our internet access is managed securely through Ovation Networks and access is only granted to hotel guests. Keeping your connection as safe as possible.

Misc Fees / Policies

  • 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.

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

•We have created a contactless check in experience for your safety. •All commonly used items are disinfected after each use.•We have added a multitude of sanitizing stations at all entrances/exits. •All staff members have been provided additional training In combatting Covid-19.•On a hourly basis we go through a disinfection protocol utilizing approved cleaners through Ecolab for all public surfaces.•All staff are onboard with practicing during their shift appropriate handwashing, social distancing, and wearing mask when appropriate when social distancing may be difficult while in public surroundings at the facility.

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

About Holiday Inn Express

  • Free Express Start Breakfast
  • Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
  • Free high-speed internet service in every room
  • eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
  • Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd Baxter

Rate fluctuations of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd Baxter

The chart above shows seasonality of prices for both group quotes and the best individual traveler rates our rate checker could find at the time the group bid was entered. The lowest group deal shown is 18.0% in June 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $335 in the month of June 2025. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd Baxter in a month when rates are lower.

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