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An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, tiled floor, and large windows.

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

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

A covered patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a flower bed.

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

12.2 km from Crystal Lake

Samantha

AED 425

AED 472 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a blue floral sofa, a grey armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp. There is a large window with blinds, a wall-mounted heater, and a sign for Days Inn & Suites.

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

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

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

13.1 km from Crystal Lake

Ann

AED 293

AED 325 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

14.3 km from Crystal Lake

Diane

AED 359

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

A pathway leading to a row of buildings with a green landscape and trees.

4. Good Ol' Days Resort

12.2 km from Crystal Lake

Suzanne

AED 250

AED 290 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.

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

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A compact kitchenette with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

11.6 km from Crystal Lake

Brittany

AED 433

AED 481 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a standing lamp, a heater, and a window with a view.

A modern interior with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with blinds.

A modern hotel room with a built-in wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a small refrigerator.

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

13.6 km from Crystal Lake

Mary

AED 337

AED 374 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a dining table, and a staircase with a wooden railing.

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large island with bar stools.

A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a leather armchair, and a plaid ottoman. There is a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A bedroom with large windows, a bed, a TV, and a fireplace.

7. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

15.4 km from Crystal Lake

Danielle

AED 444

AED 522 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

8. Nature Link Resort

9.2 km from Crystal Lake

Erin

AED 661

AED 816 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

13.3 km from Crystal Lake

Kathleen

AED 278

AED 308 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A snack bar with various packaged foods and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

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

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

10. Rapid River Lodge

12.6 km from Crystal Lake

Jerry

AED 490

AED 543 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

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.

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

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

11.9 km from Crystal Lake

Amy

AED 393

AED 471 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling beams, and a seating arrangement with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a television, a painting, and a wall with a list of lake rules.

A group of children holding birth certificates in a room with a wooden table and chairs.

12. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

17.9 km from Crystal Lake

Michelle

AED 474

AED 509 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, artwork, and an exit sign.

13. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

11 km from Crystal Lake

Ben

AED 179

AED 278 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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 hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden flooring, and doors on both sides.

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

14. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

15.1 km from Crystal Lake

Joey

AED 267

AED 296 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and wooden countertop. There is a plaid sofa and a dining table with chairs.

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.

15. Pelican Lakes Motel

14.6 km from Crystal Lake

Bob

AED 186

AED 199 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a sink, a stove, and a small window.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a black leather sofa, and a small ottoman.

A wooden bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

16. GULL LAKE MOTEL

15.3 km from Crystal Lake

AED 2,755

AED 3,142 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Crystal Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 891 reviews	View
Good Ol' Days Resort	9.4 Exceptional 771 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG	8.8 Excellent 944 reviews	View

Top Crystal Lake Hotel Reviews

The Lakeside On North Long

10/10 Excellent

"The property was very clean and in great condition. The view of the lake is fantastic and the resources (kitchen, bathrooms, activities, etc.) were all great. Host was easy to communicate with and made check-in and checkout very easy. Space was perfect for our trip and is only 20-30 minutes from some of the best golf courses in the state of Minnesota and the nation as a whole."

NEW - The Boardwalk on North Long Lake Brainerd with Hot Tub, Pet-Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"What a lovely VRBO. The description and pictures do not do it justice.Thank you for sharing your home with us."

Pet Friendly-Secluded-Fire Pit-300mbps internet

8/10 Good

"Overall very good experience"

ENJOY this New Construction! Private! Rustic! Mollie Lake Cabin! No SMOKING/PETS

10/10 Excellent

"Property was great. Hosts were very accomodating. It was great."

Shoreview On North Long

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice property, would definitely recommend."

Cozy cabin 25ft off the water! Near shopping, Restaurants, Attractions & Golf!

10/10 Excellent

"Cozy cabin on a quiet lake. Nice screen porch and TV. Stairs to bedroom are steep if that’s an issue for anyone but the bed was really comfortable and there is a nice couch set on main floor. Would stay here again."

Silver Lake Swimming and More

10/10 Excellent

"This place was exactly what we were looking for to get together and relax with old friends. The kitchen was so fun to work in and had everything we were needing and the patio was perfect for Happy Hour while grilling supper. The view and furniture in the living room were so comforting that you didn’t want to leave. The lakeside fire pit was perfect for s’more making and reminiscing.We very much appreciated how quick the Host was to respond to all our questions and even sent welcoming texts and directions before we got there."

Lakeside Sand Beach House on 3 Acres of fun Near Nisswa and Cross Lake.

10/10 Excellent

"The house is located in a beautiful setting, close to the lake and surrounded by trees. The house has plenty of room for a very large gathering with abundant beds and bathrooms. The hot tub (or sauna) is a perfect place to relax after a day of fishing or hiking. The bunk house/game room is the perfect place to go have fun on a rainy day. Mark and Andria are wonderful and very responsive hosts. Our entire family enjoyed our stay."

Brainerd Lakefront- Sleeps 13- Private Beach + Dock- Game Room

10/10 Excellent

"This is a gorgeous home on the lake. It was extremely clean with a well appointed kitchen. We had 8 adults and it never seemed crowded. It was wonderful!"

Other attractions near Crystal Lake

Merrifield Lions Park

Explore the great outdoors at Merrifield Lions Park, a lovely green space in Merrifield.

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Twin Lakes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Twin Lakes during your travels in Merrifield.

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Campbell Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Campbell Lake during your travels in Merrifield.

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Bass Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bass Lake during your travels in Merrifield.

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Mollie Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mollie Lake during your travels in Nisswa. Stroll along this family-friendly area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Spider Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spider Lake during your travels in Merrifield.

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beach near Vail Street

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

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Lake Edward

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Edward during your travels in Nisswa. Stroll along this family-friendly area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is located in Merrifield. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Crystal Lake?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Crystal Lake.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Crystal Lake.

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Our top choices for Crystal Lake hotels

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

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

4. Good Ol' Days Resort

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

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

7. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

8. Nature Link Resort

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

10. Rapid River Lodge

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

12. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

13. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

14. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

15. Pelican Lakes Motel

16. GULL LAKE MOTEL

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Top Crystal Lake Hotel Reviews

The Lakeside On North Long

NEW - The Boardwalk on North Long Lake Brainerd with Hot Tub, Pet-Friendly

Pet Friendly-Secluded-Fire Pit-300mbps internet

ENJOY this New Construction! Private! Rustic! Mollie Lake Cabin! No SMOKING/PETS

Shoreview On North Long

Cozy cabin 25ft off the water! Near shopping, Restaurants, Attractions & Golf!

Silver Lake Swimming and More

Lakeside Sand Beach House on 3 Acres of fun Near Nisswa and Cross Lake.

Brainerd Lakefront- Sleeps 13- Private Beach + Dock- Game Room

Other attractions near Crystal Lake

Merrifield Lions Park

Twin Lakes

Campbell Lake

Bass Lake

Mollie Lake

Spider Lake

beach near Vail Street

Lake Edward

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