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Rapid River Lodge

2 1/2 star hotel
Kids stay free
8.8/10 Excellent
(735 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
See verified family reviews (60)

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Overview

Rapid River Lodge is a great option for families, particularly those with younger children. The hotel boasts a water park, a highlight for many families, with various features suitable for different ages. While some find the hallways a bit bland, the spacious rooms and friendly staff consistently receive positive feedback. The water park, although smaller, is well-maintained and convenient for guests. Families appreciate the clean facilities and the overall positive atmosphere.

Guest highlights

The water park is perfect for younger children and is well maintained and clean.
The spacious rooms are perfect for families
The friendly staff are an asset to the hotel
The quick breakfast is convenient for families

About the hotel

This smoke-free hotel features a water park (surcharge), an indoor pool, and a fitness center. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a lazy river, a spa tub, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Nearby attractions

Rapid River Lodge is located in Baxter. Crow Wing State Park and Mississippi River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nisswa Family Fun Center and Paul Bunyan Land. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brainerd International Raceway or North Central Speedway.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Refrigerator

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi
Available in some public areas: free wifi and wired internet

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 am–9:30 am

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
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

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Fitness center
Swimming pool

Outdoor

Picnic area

Conveniences

Atm/banking services
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand

More

Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
map

Reviews that mention...

Family Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

60 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

63%

4 star reviews

18%

3 star reviews

8%

2 star reviews

5%

1 star reviews

5%

We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about Rapid River Lodge

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Latest reviews (60)

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Renee

4 Aug 2024 - 5 Aug 2024
reviewed on hcom

4 out of 5 stars

The hotel was ok. Very bland/sterile in the hallways, needed artwork on the walls or something. Workers were extremely friendly. Water park is geared towards younger kids, but was nice.
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Alysha

26 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

This waterpark was perfect for my 7 year old who is still not a super swimmer! She was able to enjoy it without a life jacket as she could touch everywhere. My 11 niece also had a blast!!! Hotel was super clean and staff was great too! Highly recommend for a family trip of all ages! Smaller kids play section was great for little ones and up!
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Rebecca

10 Jul 2024 - 11 Jul 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Very clean and updated room. Bedding was very comfortable. Other reviews mention the small TV, but we could see it just fine from bed. Waterpark very clean and like new too! Perfect for any age and there is a pool area that older kids/adults would find adequate. Arcade and fitness room but we did not use. Usual breakfast options, area was kept clean and well stocked. Overall super great value and I'd stay here again!
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Tiffany

4 Jul 2024 - 7 Jul 2024
reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

The kids had a blast at the waterpark. Other than it having a crapload of chlorine….it hurt your eyes, it was so strong. The staff were all lovely and accommodating. Our room had a leaky window so hopefully that gets fixed or it could be a problem eventually. Breakfast was good for a hotel. Definitely would stay here again if in the area.
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Tiffany

21 Jun 2024 - 23 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

This was a great place and atmosphere, the swimming area was wonderful for the kids. The rooms was much bigger than expected for our family.
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Kathryn

23 Jun 2024 - 24 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Very nice hotel. Stayed with young children and they thoroughly enjoyed the water park
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Jennifer

3 May 2024 - 4 May 2024
reviewed on travelocity

4 out of 5 stars

They reconstructed some of the waterpark area and my kids were not impressed. They took away the basketball hoop which seemed to get used a lot before. We have a family of 5 and they only allow 4 wristbands with the room so that was a huge disappointment! We like the outdoor hot tub and the room is nice. They do close the waterpark for a couple hours mid day.
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Yulia

18 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

It was very good. Water park is small but very convenient and kids had a lot of fun. More for little kids so.
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Quentin

24 May 2024 - 25 May 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Stayed here 2 years ago and it’s so much better now. The waterpark is awesome, the kids had a blast. Lifeguards were super nice unlike some places. Front desk and breakfast staff was also friendly with a smile! Will be back!
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Cortni

24 May 2024 - 26 May 2024
reviewed on orbitz

4 out of 5 stars

Water park was fun and clean! Didn’t have a heavy chlorine smell! Staff overall was very nice and accommodating. Only issue we had, was the lady working the breakfast area was unkind and impatient. She got noticeably frustrated at multiple people who maybe didn’t understand how to use the pancake machines. She made a rude comment to my 6 year old who obviously didn’t realize he was accidentally making 8 pancakes. He pressed the start button too many times and she got mad. She looked at him and rudely said “are you seriously going to eat 8 pancakes?” I then quickly walked over and said I don’t think he did it on purpose but we won’t waste them don’t worry. The next morning same thing happened with a few other families and she got very upset.
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