Rejuvenate & Reconnect: Inspiring Minnesota Resort Venues for Your Perfect Retreat

Here’s the plan: shake things up! Create a diversion your staff or members will never expect at your annual Minnesota conference, meeting, or retreat. Something so extraordinary, they’ll be left in awe. Break free from the predictable routine — meeting, break, meeting, meeting, meeting, break, wrap up, followed by lifeless drinks at the hotel bar.

This year, plan something different — an unforgettable getaway at one of Minnesota’s best lakeside resort retreats. Rejuvenate and reconnect in an inspiring setting designed for relaxation, productivity, and lasting memories.

Expand the Relaxation

Experience the beauty of Minnesota's lakes with a stay at one of its many enchanting resort retreats. Appeldoorns Sunset Bay Resort offers a tranquil lakeside escape, perfect for unwinding and reconnecting. Nestled on the shores of Lake Mille Lacs, this resort provides a peaceful, family-friendly atmosphere with boating, fishing, and spacious accommodations for your group.

For those seeking a more active retreat, Cragun's Conference and Golf Resort on Gull Lake offers everything from championship golf to a relaxing spa. With plenty of meeting space and gorgeous lake views, it's the ideal location to balance business with relaxation. After your meetings, enjoy boating, kayaking, or a round of golf, all while staying in comfortable lakeside cabins or spacious rooms.

Chase on the Lake in Walker is the perfect spot to blend business and fun. With over 4,000 square feet of meeting space, this lakeside retreat provides the ideal setting for any gathering. When the workday is over, enjoy outdoor adventures such as fishing, boating, or hiking, or unwind with a trip to the full-service spa. With a vibrant, historic atmosphere, your group will love every minute of their stay at Chase on the Lake.

Further north, Lake Darling Resort provides a cozy setting for meetings and downtime. Located on Lake Darling, this rustic yet modern resort offers serene water views, along with opportunities for fishing, hiking, and biking. It’s the perfect spot for groups to refresh and reconnect with nature after a productive meeting session.

Fun for Everyone

Minnesota is home to a range of resorts offering ample opportunities for outdoor fun. Breezy Point Resort & Conference Center, located on Pelican Lake, overflows with natural beauty. With various lodging options, including Jacuzzi suites and vacation homes, your group can enjoy a stress-free stay. After business is done, take a break with bowling, swimming, boating, golfing, or relaxing at the spa.

Want to combine meetings with the great outdoors? Grand View Lodge on Gull Lake features 45 holes of championship golf, a world-class spa, and more than 2,500 feet of sandy beach for relaxation. 

For a truly memorable retreat, Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge offers team-building activities such as golf, pontoon rides, giant outdoor twister, and high ropes courses.

The Lodge at Giants Ridge is ideal for large groups looking for a budget-friendly option. With space for up to 350 attendees, the resort offers a full range of activities, including golf, hiking, biking, boating, and fishing.

Plan Your Great Escape

Now’s the time to break out of the ordinary and experience the extraordinary. From lakeside resorts to secluded retreats, Minnesota offers the perfect setting for your next conference, meeting, or retreat.
Start planning today — view our directory for a complete list of Minnesota resort venues and make this year’s retreat your best one yet!