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Cragun's Resort & Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Cragun's Legacy Courses

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Aerial view
Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
On the beach
Boating
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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11000 Craguns Dr, Brainerd, MN, 56401
  • Place, Legacy at Cragun's
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Classic at Madden's Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cragun's Legacy Courses
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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South 2-Queens | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

South 2-Queens

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

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Lower Pool Room | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Lower Pool Room

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

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South 1-King Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

South 1-King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Lakeside Lodge North King | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Lakeside Lodge North King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Queen Shoreline Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Shoreline Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Upper Pool Room | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Upper Pool Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 Bedroom Hillside Cabin | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Hillside Cabin

  • 550 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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2 Bedroom Lakeview Cabin | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Lakeview Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds

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3 Bedroom Lakeview Cabin | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

3 Bedroom Lakeview Cabin

  • 700 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Junior Studio Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Brainerd

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Brainerd hotel, you'll find Cragun's Legacy Courses and The Classic at Madden's Golf Course. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Brainerd International Raceway and Mount Ski Gull.

What's nearby

  • Legacy at Cragun's - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Cragun's Legacy Courses - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bay Lake - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 18 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gas Can Bar And Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dunmire’s on the Lakes - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The WHEELIE BAR - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ernie's on Gull - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel near Cragun's Legacy Courses
Cragun's Resort & Hotel offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There are 5 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a health club are also featured at the family-friendly Cragun's Resort & Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Brainerd hotel is smoke free.

  • 260 guestrooms or units
  • 5 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Cragun's Resort & Hotel offers 260 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Brainerd hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 36-hole golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ice skating
  • Indoor pool
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sledding
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowmobiling

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 4 to November 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cragun's Resort Hotel Brainerd
Cragun's Resort Hotel
Cragun's Brainerd
Cragun's
Cragun`s Golf Hotel Brainerd
Cragun's Resort & Hotel Hotel
Cragun's Resort & Hotel Brainerd
Cragun's Resort & Hotel Hotel Brainerd

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cragun's Resort & Hotel to the airport?

Cragun's Resort & Hotel is 14.9 mi (24-min drive) away from the Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cragun's Resort & Hotel on Nov 23, 2025 start from $129.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cragun's Resort & Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cragun's Resort & Hotel.

How close is Cragun's Resort & Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cragun's Resort & Hotel offer free breakfast?

Cragun's Resort & Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Cragun's Resort & Hotel have a pool?

Cragun's Resort & Hotel features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 4 to November 15.

Does Cragun's Resort & Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 5 restaurants on site.

Does Cragun's Resort & Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cragun's Resort & Hotel to downtown Brainerd?

Cragun's Resort & Hotel is 1.5 mi away from East Gull Lake.

Reviews

Cragun's Resort & Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 343 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Ankeny

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koushik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacy

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best staff in all areas!
Thanks for all your advice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time - it was so relaxing and beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a family vacation. Had a great time. Restaurant, pools, beach, playground, pontoon rental, golf, tennis were all great. Cabin was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Cragun’s! The room was clean, spacious, and remodeled with a great view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jiongwen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Service was minimal, and we didn't feel particularly welcome. The room felt a bit outdated, and the beds were too soft for comfort. We also had trouble sleeping due to loud snoring coming from a neighboring room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maureen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeanne

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was lots of activities available
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Syed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort Air conditioning needed some maintenance
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari, maple grove

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Craguns has been around for a long time. The buildings are outdated but clean and well maintained. All staff, both front desk and in the restaurants were great. Very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Camille

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Insect eggs and lerve on the counter in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hidden gem, great staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Suzie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Unsatisfactory service

The trip started out fine. Then when we went to breakfast we were not informed that the breakfast was extra. Then the maintenance team left unsanitary hot tub filters sitting on our tabe where we were eating. Then when we went to check out and grab the rest of our food for our daughter's birthday they had cleaned our cabin and threw it away before we even checked out. Then they seemed to pass the buck on doing anything about it very unsatisfied with this stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas, Delano

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at craguns always makes us feel welcomed from check in to check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025