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

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and outdoor seating.

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

1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

7.9 km from Hartley Lake

Nancy

P4,572

P5,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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 hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view through a door.

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

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

7.1 km from Hartley Lake

Lorri

P8,065

P8,942 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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 with a stone facade, green roof, and a parking lot with cars.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

8.5 km from Hartley Lake

Joseph

P6,411

P7,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

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

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

5.9 km from Hartley Lake

Rhonda

P9,088

P10,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern room with large windows overlooking a lake, a cozy seating area, and a fireplace.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a fireplace, a bed, and a seating area.

A modern kitchen with a central island, black bar stools, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a grey sofa in a living area.

A modern, two-story cabin with large glass windows, surrounded by tall pine trees.

5. Nature Link Resort

10.4 km from Hartley Lake

Jeffrey

P11,311

P13,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A lodge with a playground, a dock with canoes, and a lake.

A window with a view of a lake, a dock, and trees.

A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by trees and a playground.

6. Good Ol' Days Resort

12.4 km from Hartley Lake

Mary

P5,564

P6,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a chalkboard wall with 'Good Morning Welcome' written on it.

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

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

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

8.9 km from Hartley Lake

Jason

P5,569

P6,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

An indoor swimming pool with slides, a rock formation, and a chevron-patterned floor.

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

8. Rapid River Lodge

6.8 km from Hartley Lake

Bryan

P10,807

P11,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

A tree with white blossoms in front of a house.

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

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

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

8 km from Hartley Lake

Kitty

P4,414

P4,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A building with a stone facade, a wooden entrance canopy, and a clear sky.

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

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

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

5.7 km from Hartley Lake

John

P8,290

P9,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An indoor swimming pool with a view of the water outside.

An outdoor patio area with Adirondack chairs and tables, a golf course in the background, and a clear blue sky.

11. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

6.1 km from Hartley Lake

Jenna

P9,824

P10,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red armchair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

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

12. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

12.4 km from Hartley Lake

Vicky

P4,317

P4,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

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

13. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

9.3 km from Hartley Lake

Alissa

P4,206

P5,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, large windows, and a view of the outside.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a tiled floor.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, a trash bin, and a Coca-Cola refrigerator in a room with carpeted flooring and a couch.

14. Pelican Lakes Motel

20.2 km from Hartley Lake

dale

P3,574

P3,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Hartley Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 873 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG	8.8 Excellent 931 reviews	View
Nature Link Resort	9.8 Exceptional 93 reviews	View

Top Hartley Lake Hotel Reviews

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! ❤️"

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."

Private Beach: Lakefront Escape in Brainerd!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean "

Other attractions near Hartley Lake

Brainerd International Raceway

8.6/10 (129 reviews)

You can take time to visit Brainerd International Raceway during your travels to Brainerd. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor 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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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 savor the top-notch restaurants.

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beach near Birch Bay Drive Southwest

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Birch Bay Drive Southwest during your trip to Nisswa? Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hartley Lake?

Hartley Lake is located in Brainerd. Travelers like this family-friendly area for its lakeside setting and water park. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Hartley Lake?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a free water park and free breakfast. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Hartley Lake. Another good choice is The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, located 3.6 mi (5.7 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Hartley Lake?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Hartley Lake.

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Hartley Lake.

What can I see and do near Hartley Lake?

Gull Lake, North Long Lake, and Red Sand Lake are beautiful places to appreciate nature. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Brainerd International Raceway, Cragun's Legacy Courses, and Legacy at Cragun's while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to The Classic at Madden's Golf Course and Pine Beach.

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1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

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

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area