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Rapid River Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 indoor pools and free breakfast

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Reception
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
2 indoor pools
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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7376 Woida Rd, Baxter, MN, 56425
  • Place, Northland Arboretum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ossawinnamakee
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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1 King Bed, 2 Bunkbeds | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

1 King Bed, 2 Bunkbeds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Signature Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Baxter

Rapid River Lodge places you within a few miles (5 km) of Northland Arboretum and Mississippi River. This 68-room hotel welcomes guests with 2 indoor pools and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Northland Arboretum - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Crow Wing State Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • North Central Speedway - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Tequila Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Poncho & Lefty's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Rapid River Lodge

Family-friendly hotel with 2 indoor pools and free breakfast
Rapid River Lodge features 2 indoor pools, a lazy river, and a children's pool. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
2 indoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river, a waterslide, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Lazy river
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
This property’s water park hours are 4-9 PM Friday, 9 AM-2 PM and 4-9 PM Saturday, and 9 AM-2 PM Sunday.
Cash is accepted at check-out only.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • In-room safe fee: USD 2.00 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rapid River Lodge?

Rapid River Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Rapid River Lodge?

This hotel is located in Baxter, close to Lake Ossawinnamakee, Brainerd International Raceway, and Cragun's Legacy Courses. You'll also find Mississippi River and Northland Arboretum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Rapid River Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Rapid River Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, Rapid River Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Rapid River Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has 2 indoor pools along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Rapid River Lodge?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 2 indoor pools plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and jetted bathtubs.

Does Rapid River Lodge have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Rapid River Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Rapid River Lodge offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Rapid River Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rapid River Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Does Rapid River Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Rapid River Lodge?

The closest major airport to Rapid River Lodge is Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional), which is 7.8 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rapid River Lodge?

No, at Rapid River Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Rapid River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 931 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 931 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 931 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 931 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 931 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alexzander, Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAMMY

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Bozeman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff was very helpful answering our questions. Super clean and quite room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only thing was the hallway carpeting was very dirty. Otherwise excellent rooms and space for the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, International Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Noisy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Great hotel friendly staff and pancake maker.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as said. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Isabel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a family gathering and birthday celebration for five grandchildren we did as a group. We came in on Saturday and unfortunately only got use of the pool on Saturday which we had to defer and plan for other planning for the kids for Sunday. That was a big reason we booked at this hotel, other than that this day was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia, Fargo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed that when booking we did not know the hot tub was closed. But the hotel is nice, convenient to breweries
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always have a good time here. It’s always been clean, friendly staff, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fun park. Nice beds. I didn't like that Hot tub was closed to adults after 9:00 p.m.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was great. Front desk very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darcy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel in Brainerd
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was a place to sleep after a long day. Nothing fancy. The only thing I didn’t like was the television—it was too small.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cute place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheree, Clearbrook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara, Pine River

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful, checking us in and answering our questions. The room was very clean and nicely appointed. I was impressed with the comfort level of the king bed; probably the most comfortable hotel bed ever! The waterpark was great fun, and not at all crowded. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase. Just a heads up…no lockers, so keep that in mind. We enjoyed the complementary breakfast as well. There was a nice variety of items to choose from. And the dining area was neat and clean. I would definitely recommend Rapid River Lodge! We had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family fun at the lodge and waterpark
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water park is clean, well maintained, good staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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