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An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, tiled floor, and large windows.

A covered patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a flower bed.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing a view.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

12.1 km from Bay Lake

Lorri

S$187

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A water park with multiple slides and water features, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a tiled floor.

A cozy living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and wooden shelving.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a clock, and a blue carpet.

A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and cookies.

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

11.6 km from Bay Lake

Rhonda

S$202

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a signboard, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a sofa, TV, wooden wardrobe, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern office space with a herringbone floor, two grey armchairs, a red rug, a large window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

3. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

12.6 km from Bay Lake

Jason

S$119

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A multi-story building with a flat roof and large windows. There are several cars parked in front.

A hotel kitchen with a coffee station, a clock, and a clock with a cappuccino sign.

A hotel room with a blue floral sofa, a grey armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp. There is a large window with blinds, a wall-mounted heater, and a sign for Days Inn & Suites.

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

12.1 km from Bay Lake

Nancy

S$106

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a staircase with black railings, and a seating area with blue sofas.

A snack bar with various packaged foods and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

5. Rapid River Lodge

11.5 km from Bay Lake

Bryan

S$229

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a clear view of the pool area.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

A cozy lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with a view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

6. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

11.6 km from Bay Lake

Joseph

S$151

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A living room with a leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden side table with a lamp, a rug, and a bear statue.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a milk dispenser, and various food items on the counter.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, and a unique blue armchair with a cloud design. There's a framed picture on the wall, a lamp on a side table, and a rug on the floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

11.9 km from Bay Lake

Kitty

S$96

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor pool with a waterfall feature, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.

A rustic room with a welcome sign, a mural of a forest, a bed, a table, and a bench.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

A staircase with wooden railings, a stone wall, and a fireplace. There are two upholstered chairs and a lamp.

8. The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

11.2 km from Bay Lake

John

S$204

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a Christmas tree.

A buffet setup with multiple beverage dispensers, bowls, and a counter.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a Christmas tree.

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden flooring, and doors on both sides.

9. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

15.8 km from Bay Lake

Vicky

S$98

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a TV, a painting, and a bathtub.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A spa area with a seating arrangement, a pool, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white walls and large windows.

10. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

17.2 km from Bay Lake

Alissa

S$117

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, including a lifeguard stand, lounge chairs, and a potted plant.

A restaurant with a counter, chairs, and a refrigerator.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a brick pillar, and a mailbox.

11. Eastwood Inn

19.4 km from Bay Lake

Timothy

S$150

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Bay Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG	8.8 Excellent 931 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd	8.2 Very good 348 reviews	View
Rapid River Lodge	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Top Bay Lake Hotel Reviews

Nisswa Hotel and Suites

8/10 Good

"Great hotel would stay again"

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it!"

Lost Lake Lodge

8/10 Good

"I loved how quiet it was for the first three days; the last night was very loud and rather busy. I was a little disappointed in the amenities. The bikes were unusable and rusty, and the games were clearly very old and not complete. The blinds in our rooms were also all broken which made sleeping in impossible."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

8/10 Good

"We always enjoy our stay Staff is friendly and helpful breakfasts offers pretty good and of course the water park is the ultimate it's a yearly stay for my Granddaughter and me"

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

8/10 Good

"Amazing Staff & Experience We had such an amazing trip to Cragun’s Resort! The resort itself was beautiful, but what really made our experience special was the staff. Everyone we interacted with was so friendly, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. You could tell they really cared about making sure guests had a great experience. Honestly, the staff made the trip for us. Their kindness and positive attitudes made us feel so welcomed and taken care of. We had such a wonderful time and are already looking forward to coming back! Thank you to the entire Cragun’s team for helping make our trip so memorable! ❤️"

Nature Link Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very calm and relaxing. Loved the soaking tub and salts. The bed was super comfy."

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean motel with an amazing breakfast 😁 not one thing was missing from my breakfast selection during my stay."

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

8/10 Good

"It met our needs for one night."

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing stay here! The VIEW IS INCREDIBLE! Staff was accommodating to our family and our dog! We ended up staying in the water a little later than expected so we were unable to get dinner at the restaurant, but the bartender offered us some beautiful salads, Mac and cheese for the kids, and cheesecake! It was very reasonably priced. We rented e-bikes and road on the trail, we saw a bear! It was pretty crazy. Very friendly staff. We will definitely be back!"

Other attractions near Bay Lake

Legacy at Cragun's

7.6/10 (45 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Legacy at Cragun's. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Social 9

7.6/10 (15 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Social 9. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Pine Beach

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Pine Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

8.0/10 (43 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at The Classic at Madden's Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Cragun's Legacy Courses

8.2/10 (22 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Cragun's Legacy Courses. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Stephens Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Stephens Lake during your travels in East Gull Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Lower Whipple Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lower Whipple Lake during your travels in Baxter. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Beauty Lake

8.4/10 (12 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Beauty Lake during your travels in Pillager. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bay Lake?

Bay Lake is located in an area that travellers like for its water parks. You'll find 28 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Bay Lake?

Cragun's Resort & Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a golf course and 5 restaurants. It's located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bay Lake. Another good choice is Maddens On Gull Lake, located 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Bay Lake?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Bay Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bay Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Bay Lake.

What can I see and do near Bay Lake?

At Beauty Lake, Stephens Lake and Lower Whipple Lake, you can surround yourself with nature. Pine Beach, Legacy at Cragun's or The Classic at Madden's Golf Course are some local sights worth checking out. Cragun's Legacy Courses and Social 9 are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Bay Lake hotels

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

3. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

5. Rapid River Lodge

6. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

8. The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

10. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

11. Eastwood Inn

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Top Bay Lake Hotel Reviews

Nisswa Hotel and Suites

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Lost Lake Lodge

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Nature Link Resort

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Other attractions near Bay Lake

Legacy at Cragun's

Social 9

Pine Beach

The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

Cragun's Legacy Courses

Stephens Lake

Lower Whipple Lake

Beauty Lake

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