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Rapid River Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay with 2 indoor pools in Baxter

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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
(6 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

In Baxter .You'll find Northland Arboretum and Mississippi River within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center and Gregory Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Northland Arboretum - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • North Long Lake - 8 min drive - 6.8 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 stay with 2 indoor pools in Baxter
Rapid River Lodge offers its guests 2 indoor swimming pools, a lazy river, a waterslide, and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. A children's pool, a fitness center, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Rapid River Lodge. Self parking is free.

This Baxter hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2000
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Rapid River Lodge offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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
  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • In-room safe fee: USD 2.00 per day

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rapid River Lodge to the airport?

Rapid River Lodge is 7.8 mi (11-min drive) away from the Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rapid River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rapid River Lodge.

Does Rapid River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Rapid River Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Rapid River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rapid River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Rapid River Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Rapid River Lodge have a pool?

Rapid River Lodge features 2 indoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Rapid River Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rapid River Lodge to downtown Baxter?

Rapid River Lodge is 2.5 mi away from Baxter.

Rapid River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 928 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

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

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

8/10 Good

Mary Gayle

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

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome waterpark for kids 6-7 and under!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice last minute stop. Was clean, quite Breakfast was fair. Price was right.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were pleasantly surprised at how clean this facility was for a family/water park place. Staff was on top of everything. Breakfast has a good variety. Would like to see refillable soap and shampoos.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is so clean, water temp is fine not so cold.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was a little dated and worn, could use an update, but was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lena

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thr bathroom was so dirty. It had hair every where. I toilet part near the floor had dried up urine on it. There is so dust on the fridge i wrote mt name in it. Behind the dressers has a crap ton of wrappers, by the bed found cerriros and hair pins. The room didn't even look loke the cleaner did anything,i dought she even changed the beds. Never again will i pay 200 dollars to stay there. Thr front desk kid did move us rooms, not much better at all. We used the waterpark and let. Waste of money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean, The staff are excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

10/10 Excellent

Zegbi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful experience

Fantastic place to stay with your family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Why do you have a handicapped so far from the elevator? The room had no kleenex and the shelf in the shower was loose, so when you put anything on it, it fell on the floor. Otherwise, it was a nice room with a comfortable bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a Clean place, and wasn't too busy. Staff are nice. The water park area is nice for younger kids. It's not too much but still keeps them excited
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025