Divine Destinations — 10 Minnesota Resorts That Have It All!

Picking the perfect resort with the most comfortable rooms, amazing amenities, and sensational service for your group doesn’t have to be difficult. Not when you check out (and then check in to) any of these outstanding Minnesota conference resorts.

Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center, Alexandria, Minnesota

The perfect northern Minnesota get-away or retreat takes place at this nature-inspired lakeside resort located on sparking Lake Darling. Rustic chic accommodations with lake views, decks, and fireplaces to cozy cottages with full kitchens and patios are perfect for small groups or large gatherings. Boasting 28,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and offering group incentives like full breakfast from four on-site dining options, bonfires, and year-round activities.

Breezy Point Resort & Conference Center

Just a 20-minute drive from downtown Brainerd, this rustic resort overlooks Pelican Lakes. Guests can choose from a unique variety of lodging options that can accommodate small groups or large conferences or events. The conference center’s 25,000 square feet of functional meeting space await your group attendees of up to 450 people. With plenty of year-round activities and dining options this is one resort you won’t want to miss.

Cragun’s Resort on Gull Lake

When your meeting agenda calls for a blend of business and pleasure, Cragun's is the place to gather. Located on Gull Lake, Minnesota's largest four-season golf and conference resort can accommodate meetings from 4 to 1,100 with true northern hospitality. 60,000 square feet of meeting/exhibit space await with 284 guest rooms most overlooking beautiful Gull Lake. World class 5-star golf, spa and recreation since 1940.

Grand View Lodge

Since 1916 this historic four-season lodge nestled along the shores of Gull Lake has welcomed guests with a variety of lodging choices. Check into the main lodge or lakeside Grand View cabins, Homes on Nokomis, Garden Cottages, or North, the resort’s 60-room boutique hotel. Unique meeting spaces include the state-of-the-art Gull Lake Center, the classic and rustic Norway Center, the Beach Lawn on the lake, the gorgeous Vineyard, and the historic Main Lodge. There is a space to meet for every size and type of group imaginable.

Chase on the Lake

Nestled on the shores of Leech Lake in the heart of downtown Walker, Chase on the Lake offers upscale lodging, lakeside dining, Aveda spa, 2-lane bowling alley, water and peddle rentals, beach with waterfront rentals and marina, and snowmobile and fish house rentals. Classic and lakeview guest rooms, 2- and 3-bedroom condos and luxury lake front beach home offer guests a cozy place to stay and relax. Featuring 3,800 square feet of function space and 119 sleeping rooms.

Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort

Tucked amongst the pines of Superior National Forest, Giants Ridge is the perfect destination for your group. Luxury accommodations include lodge rooms, villas, and guest houses, all charmingly rustic. After a day on the slopes, slip inside to one of the onsite dining options to satisfy every appetite. The conference center within the chalet offers more than 5,000 square feet of flexible meeting and gathering space along with onsite catering for up to 300.

Grand Casino

With two locations, Mille Lacs and Hinckley, these dynamic casino resorts offer guests a memorable stay no matter what the event. Mille Lacs’ Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 1,600 people with multiple function rooms for smaller groups. Lodge here in comfort in one of the 494 guest rooms or in the five-star RV resort. Grand Casino Hinkley offers a 22,480 ballroom for up to 2,288 guests. Both locations offer fine and casual dining, exciting gaming, Vegas-style entertainment, golf, spa, and more.

Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack

Part of the GrandStay Hospitality Group, Running Aces adheres to the brand commitment, “Every Guest — Every Time.” That means a modern, Scandinavian-designed hotel that offers an “Up North” feel with large rooms, business center, workout room, indoor pool, hotel bar, and free WiFi. Featuring poker rooms, table games, blackjack tournaments and entertainment right onsite and Minnesota-inspired cuisine for an all-around win. The recently opened hotel atrium can hold up to 450 guests for a standing reception and up to 200 for a banquet.

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Located just 35 minutes from the Twin Cities, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is the place to meet in the metro. Featuring one of Minnesota’s largest event centers with 70,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event space with a panoramic view and 30 meeting rooms to accommodate groups of any size, 766 luxurious hotel rooms, and an award winning on-site culinary staff and expert in house AV team.

Treasure Island Casino Resort

This Caribbean-themed casino resort overlooks the beautiful Mississippi River and welcomes guests to unwind in contemporary rooms with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, microwaves, and mini fridges. The perfect place for a corporate gathering or retreat, the resort boasts 50,000 square feet of functional meeting space with banquet seating to 1,000 complete with state-of-the-art equipment. You’ll never go hungry here with restaurant choices, bars and lounges. Indoor pool, golf course, fitness center, bowling lanes, plus casino and live entertainment means you may never want to leave.

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