Rapid River Lodge

Baxter family-friendly hotel with 2 indoor pools

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December 2025

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January 2026

2 indoor pools - Rapid River Lodge (Baxter)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Rapid River Lodge (Baxter)

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Rapid River Lodge (Baxter)

Surrounded by natural beauty, Rapid River Lodge offers a warm welcome with breakfast, an arcade for kids and adults alike, and laundry facilities. Enjoy the spa tub or get active at the gym while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Gym
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
2 indoor pools and lazy river
Fitness center
Children's pool
Hot tub
Waterslide
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Arcade/game room

For families (6)

Children stay free
Children's pool
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping

$91 nightly

Dec 18 - Dec 19

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 17 - Dec 18

Tomorrow

Dec 18 - Dec 19

All rooms

3+ beds

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

1 King Bed, 2 Bunkbeds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

2 bedrooms

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Family Suite

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Free parking

$101 nightly

Dec 18 - Dec 19

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

7376 Woida Rd, Baxter, MN, 56425

What's nearby

Northland Arboretum - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
Brainerd International Raceway - 6 min drive - 8.7 km
North Long Lake - 8 min drive - 10.9 km
Lake Ossawinnamakee - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
North Central Speedway - 9 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 11 min drive
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 133 min drive
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 137 min drive
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 144 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

Rapid River Lodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from Mississippi River. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 indoor pools or visit the fitness center for a workout. A lazy river and a hot tub are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and family-friendly amenities.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 68 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- 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 time is 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.

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Waterslide
Lazy river

Working away

Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Facilities

Built in 2000
ATM/banking
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
2 indoor pools
Arcade/game room
Lazy river
Hot tub
Waterslide
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (surcharge)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 150 per stay

Optional extras

Safes in guestrooms can be used for USD 2.00 per day

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:

Children's pool
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Hot tub

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rapid River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rapid River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Rapid River Lodge?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Rapid River Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rapid River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rapid River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Rapid River Lodge and nearby?

Rapid River Lodge has 2 indoor pools, a hot tub, and a fitness center, as well as an arcade and a picnic area.

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Rapid River Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast offered a wide variety of options and was consistently described as good or delicious. (26 reviews)
The pool area was clean, well-kept, and suitable for all ages with various amenities. (23 reviews)
Dining options were plentiful and convenient, with great choices for breakfast and a family-friendly atmosphere. (6 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Water park

Room

Service staff

Children

Breakfast

Bed

Family friendly

Hot Tub

Restaurant

Amenities

6/10 Good

Sep 20, 2025

Nice

Great hotel friendly staff and pancake maker.

Dustin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 26, 2025

Water park is clean, well maintained, good staff.

James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 20, 2025

Good breakfast did the trick

Todd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 28, 2025

Our children lived the water park, and the hotel is conveniently located close to all shopping malls.

Yuan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 4, 2025

Nice location and very good service.

HOWARD, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 28, 2025

5 days of fun

A good variety for breakfast and the room was comfortable

Chad, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 3, 2025

A fun family place to stay!

Connie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 14, 2025

It was a fun park. Nice beds. I didn't like that Hot tub was closed to adults after 9:00 p.m.

Juan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 1, 2025

It was very clean and kid friendly.

Summer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 26, 2025

Our stay at Rapid River Lodge was amazing. Very clean hotel and waterpark was perfect for the kiddos. Only thing lacking was breakfast… if you’re looking for a hot meal in the morning, not much to select from.

Bao, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 24, 2025

Our stay was wonderful. My grandchildren had the time of their lives. Waterpark area was the biggest hit!!

Sherry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 28, 2025

Great stay! The water park is wonderful.

Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 27, 2025

Been coming here with our kids for 25 years. Love the pool area, outdoor hot tub, breakfast, pancakes were delicious. Close to restaurants.

Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 31, 2024

Very nice place to stay, love the waterpark its perfect for my kids age(8 and 10)

Vicky, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 30, 2025

My family had a great time, the water park was fantastic. The room was super clean, the staff were very helpful, and accommodating. Will visit again!

Betsy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 17, 2025

This was a great little getaway for our family. The water park was fun for all ages. The breakfast had lots of great options.

Bridget, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 13, 2025

We really enjoyed our stay. The kids love the waterpark only thing I can say I was really disappointed in was the breakfast. I understand it’s geared towards kids, but it wasn’t great.

Ronda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 23, 2025

Easy check in and waterpark was clean and safe

Sharie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 25, 2024

Stay was great - rooms were clean

Debra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 25, 2025

Great Hotel and water park! Make sure you check waterpark schedule, it closed on Wednesdays. and Thursday mornings, so plan accordingly. On Wednesday we went to Safari Zoo, kids were happy!

Pavel, 2-night trip