Escape, Gather & Reset during Season's Grandeur at Grand View Lodge
The holidays in Minnesota's Northwoods have a feeling all their own: pine-scented air, wood smoke drifting across the lake and a crackling fire waiting when you come in from the snow. This season, Grand View Lodge in Nisswa offers three holiday packages, each timed to a different moment: a quiet escape before the rush, a festive December celebration and a January reset.
Season's Grandeur Escape: Slow Down Before the Holiday Rush (Nov. 1-25)
Before the calendar fills up, claim a few unhurried days in the Brainerd Lakes Area. The Grandeur Escape experience is designed for couples, friend groups and solo travelers. It includes:
- Grand View Lodge's custom hot cocoa in a festive souvenir mug to take home
- Daily chef-curated Grand Breakfast Buffet
- Complimentary aromatherapy enhancement with every spa service booked
- Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing if early snow arrives, or unlimited access to NorthPark's indoor pool, fitness center and Minnesota's largest outdoor hot tub, plus bikes and hiking trails
- Learn more about the Season's Grandeur Escape offer here.
Season's Grandeur Gatherings: A Minnesota Christmas Getaway Without the Stress (Dec. 1-23)
Season's Grandeur Gatherings is made for families and friends who want holiday magic without the hosting. Grand View Lodge handles the décor, meals and details. Highlights include:
- Handcrafted Grand View Lodge ornament on arrival
- Daily chef-curated Grand Breakfast Buffet
- Complimentary aromatherapy upgrade on spa services
- Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and sledding, plus NorthPark's pool, fitness center and outdoor hot tub
- The Gingerbread Lodge display, a winter garden of lights walk, horse-drawn carriage rides, story and picture time with Santa. Learn more about the Season's Grandeur Gatherings offer here.
Season's Grandeur Reset: A Winter Spa Retreat for the New Year (January 1-31, 2027)
When the celebrations wind down, January in the Northwoods on Gull Lake brings stillness and renewal. Grandeur Reset is a wellness-focused winter getaway featuring:
- 20% off all spa services, plus a signature spa gift
- Daily chef-curated Grand Breakfast Buffet
- Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding and unlimited NorthPark pool and fitness center access
- Minnesota's largest outdoor hot tub
- Signature cocktails, mocktails and toasts to new beginnings
- Learn more about the Season's Grandeur Reset offer here.
Winter time at Grand View Lodge
Grand View Lodge create special moments that become treasured memories with guests returning year after year since 1916. Our dedicated staff upholds a tradition of excellent service in an environment that is one-of-a-kind. From our rejuvenating wellness spa to recreational activities, distinctive dining, luxury accommodations and stunning views, we have built a legacy of exceptional experiences and memories. Come breathe in the fresh air and relax in the comfort of the great indoors and outdoors.
Which Holiday Package Is Right for You?
Choose Escape for a restorative pre-Thanksgiving break, Gatherings for a stress-free family Christmas tradition and Reset for a spa-centered start to the new year.
Your Season's Grandeur starts here. Call 866-801-2951 to reserve your Northwoods holiday getaway.
Frequently Asked Questions
What holiday packages does Grand View Lodge offer?
Grandeur Escape (November 1-25), Grandeur Gatherings (December 1-27) and Grandeur Reset (January 1-31, 2027).
What if there isn't enough snow?
Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing depend on snow and grooming conditions, but the indoor pool, fitness center and outdoor hot tub are available all season.
Where is Grand View Lodge?
At 23521 Nokomis Avenue in Nisswa, Minnesota, on the shores of Gull Lake in the Brainerd Lakes Area.
How do I book?
Call 866-801-2951 or email vacation@grandviewlodge.com. Availability is limited, and spa services require reservations.