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Rapid River Lodge

2.5 star property

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Reception
2 indoor pools, lifeguards on site
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
2 indoor pools, lifeguards on site
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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7376 Woida Rd, Baxter, MN, 56425
  • Place, Northland Arboretum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Crow Wing State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Shower Grab Bars

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

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Shower Grab Bars

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Shower Grab Bars

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Rapid River Lodge

This smoke-free hotel features 2 indoor pools, a water park (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a lazy river, a hot tub and coffee/tea in a common area.
Rapid River Lodge offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Baxter hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 indoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a water park (surcharge), a lazy river, a hot tub and a fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Rapid River Lodge. During your stay, you'll be close to Northland Arboretum. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 indoor pools.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Splash around at the water park with a lazy river or swim in the 2 indoor pools
  • Amenities include a business centre, meeting rooms and conference space
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the family-friendly amenities
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Mississippi River and 10 minutes from Gull Lake
As a guest of Rapid River Lodge, you'll find a water park (surcharge), 2 indoor swimming pools, a lazy river, and a waterslide. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre are also featured at the family-friendly Rapid River Lodge. Self parking is free.

This Baxter hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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

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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Rapid River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 601 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1010 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, kid friendly water park thats clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!! People, room , waterpark, all great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, fun waterpark
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a fun and safe water park for kids! We loved our stay and will visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beds were comfy breakfast was great staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy our time here, staff is friendly, room was clean, good breakfast, and the water park is perfect for our kids age group.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and water park, friendly and attentive staff even during the busy holiday season
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was great! We opted for the family suit and found the room to be the perfect size. The water park was a lot of fun, although they were short on towels so be prepared to bring your own or go without.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed room and pool area and workers very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and waterpark with great staff - Sherri is the best and goes above and beyond. Love coming here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Water park was awesome & very comfortable rooms, also great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The King Double room appeared spotless, the staff was great, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes, wonderful zoo nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Have stayed here numerous times while visiting grandkids.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Norma

The pool/waterpark was awesome, the little arcade was cool although a few machines need some attention. The rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the water park, breakfast & having 2 TV's in our room. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room and beds comfy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clement

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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