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Rate based on Check-in: Jun 1, 2012 Check-out: Jun 4, 2012

The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

4 stars
615 2nd Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.3
out of 5
112 reviews
Weekend graduation

Great staff, no coffee in room, extra for parking, very quiet See full review

  • Barby Doll
  • May 8, 2012
MY HUSBAND'S 40TH BIRTHDAY SURPRISE

MY HUSBAND LOVED HIS BIRTHDAY STAY @ THE GRAND HOTEL MINNEAPOLIS. I DEFINITELY WOULD STAY THERE... See full review

  • T BLOCK
  • Mar 8, 2012
Debonair Twin Cities hotel retains roots in Minneapolis
The Grand Hotel Minneapolis–A Kimpton Hotel, knows its roots. Once home to the historic Minneapolis Athletic Club, this modernized property retains its elegant upbringing through a recently completed makeover in late 2011.
The property boasts of a stylish interior highlighted by contemporary accents and a warm historic feel complete with warm Tuscan tones and plush rooms, some equipped with a fireplace, grand piano and four-poster bed. Modern comforts are also available through offerings like the lounge/restaurant at The SIX15 Room and access to the neighboring fitness club.

Highlights
  • Nightly wine reception hour
  • Complimentary use of in-room yoga accessories
  • Luxurious Presidential Suite includes a fireplace and grand piano

Rooms

The Grand Hotel's newly renovated 140 rooms vary in size, from 325 square feet to a palatial 3,500 square-foot Presidential Suite. All rooms include flat-screen televisions, MP3 docking stations, spacious marble bathrooms, complimentary use of in-room yoga accessories and an honor bar with gourmet and organic delicacies.

Features

Grand Hotel Minneapolis has received numerous awards, including the Top 500 Hotels of the World by Travel + Leisure and perennial AAA Four Diamond Awards. The perfect proximity is noteworthy, too. Connected to the iconic Minneapolis Skyway, the hotel enables guests to reach 69 blocks of downtown destinations from indoors. LifeSpa and Salon presented by LifeTime Fitness offers a full menu of revitalizing services.

Dining

Stop by The SIX15 Room for happy hour specials, light snacks or an easy nightcap. Patrons can also sample mouth-watering steaks and delectable sushi at the adjacent Rare Steak & Sushi.


Recreation

Guests of the Grand Hotel Minneapolis enjoy free access to the adjoining Life Time Fitness center.

The 58,000-square-foot club boasts an indoor pool with cloud mural ceiling, boxing, cycling and aerobics studios, running track, racquetball, handball and squash courts, steam room, sauna and more. Private yoga and Pilates sessions are available (fees apply).

Transportation
  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (12.5 mi/ 2.2 km)
  • Closest Light Rail: Government Plaza (.2 mi/ .3 km)
  • Minneapolis Skyway (connected)


Attractions
  • Minnesota Orchestra (.5 mi/ .75 km)
  • Minneapolis Convention Center (.6 mi/ 1 km)
  • Walker Art Center (1.3 mi/ 2 km)
  • Mall of America (10 mi/ 16 km)

Business
  • Business center with private offices and secretarial services

The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel Rooms

Room Amenities
Description not provided
Queen Queen Deluxe
Queen Queen Deluxe- 2 queen room 350 sq ft plush bedding HDTV iHome MP3 station
Presidential Suite
Presidential Suite- King living room media den kitchen dining room 3.500 sf fireplace piano
Grand Suite
Grand Suite- King suite living room media den 1.000 sq ft TV/ stereo system MP3 deluxe
Luxury Suite
Luxury Suite- King bed suite and parlor 570- 720 sq ft queen sofa- bed HDTV MP3 station
Atrium Premier King
Atrium Premier King- King room facing atrium 400 sq ft plush bedding HDTV MP3 dock station
Double Double Deluxe
Double Double Deluxe- Double room 350 sq ft plush bedding HDTV iHome MP3 station
King Deluxe
King Deluxe- 325- 50 sq ft plush bedding flat panel HDTV iHome MP3 station bath amenities
Premier King
Premier King- 450- 520 sq ft plush bedding HDTV iHome MP3 docking station deluxe bath amenities
Queen Deluxe
Queen Deluxe- 300 sq ft plush bedding flat panel HDTV iHome MP3 station deluxe bath amenities

Hotel Map

Area served
STP- St Paul, MSP- Minneapolis
Nearby airports
MSP- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, (MSP), 12.00, MI, N;
Area description
City Center

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • 24 Hour Security
  • Accessible facilities
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Audio Visual Equipment
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber Shop
  • Boating
  • Business center
  • Children's Activities
  • Coffee Shop
  • Concierge Desk
  • Copy Service
  • Data port Available
  • Desk with Lamp
  • Elevators
  • FAX
  • Fishing
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Free Newspaper
  • Golf
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • In Room Movies
  • Indoor Parking
  • Indoor Pool
  • Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Jogging Track
  • Maid Service
  • Mini Bar
  • Modem in Room
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Phone with speaker
  • Pool
  • Porters
  • Racquetball Courts
  • Radio
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Satellite TV
  • Sauna
  • Security
  • Shower
  • Sofa Bed
  • Telephone
  • Television with Cable
  • Temperature Control
  • Turndown Service
  • TV
  • Valet Parking
  • Wake-up Service

Dining

Zahtar by Fhima
Zahtar by Fhima - indulging patrons with classic American cuisine and a Mediterranean twist combines organic philosophy and sophisticated flavors with an atmosphere that invites you to come as you are. Open 7 days from 630am-10pm Hours may vary by

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (112)

Ratings and reviews for The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Overall score

4.3 / 5
112 out of 112
Amenities:
4.4
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.4
Value:
4.3

95% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Barby Doll
La Crosse, WI
May 8, 2012

Weekend graduation

Great staff, no coffee in room, extra for parking, very quiet

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

3
J MO
Fargo, ND, USA
Mar 17, 2012

Meh...

The room was nice and about what I would expect for the price. There were issues with the valet and some of the staff seemed bothered to help. There were also additional charges placed on the bill that were taken care of yet made me really question what was going on at the hotel. Location is not bad.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The Keys at Foshay just a 2 block walk, value and nice enough for breakfast every morning during our stay.

Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
T BLOCK
Eagan, MN, USA
Mar 8, 2012

MY HUSBAND'S 40TH BIRTHDAY SURPRISE

MY HUSBAND LOVED HIS BIRTHDAY STAY @ THE GRAND HOTEL MINNEAPOLIS. I DEFINITELY WOULD STAY THERE AGAIN. A WONDERFUL WAY TO CLOSE OUT A WEEK OF SURPRISES FOR HIM WHO TURNED 40 ON 2/29. GREAT PLACE FOR A MINI VACA FOR THE BOTH OF US.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
MelaF
Iowa City, Iowa
Feb 26, 2012

Love this Hotel!!!

This is located downtown Minneapolis. We pulled right up to the valet parking and they unloaded our car and took our luggage up to the lobby. We arrived prior to check-in but the staff let us check in early and even gave us a room upgrade! I love how they have a wine reception at 5:00 pm. We also signed up on-line to be Kimpton members and received free wi-fi. The rooms were big and bright. Very clean and very comfy. I would recommend paying the extra $5 to $10 to use their valet parking instead of using a public lot. Just being able to call down and in 15 minutes they bring the car up for you is awesome.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

We went to the Dakota Jazz Club which you can get to easily through the inside walk-ways or a couple of blocks walk out side. There is also good shopping along the walk-ways.

Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Mpls Laker
Minneapolis, MN, USA
Jan 30, 2012

great location for business traveler

great location and amenities. very large and updated bathroom. my only complains: 1. they charge $10/day for internet access 2. calling front desk is a bit weird for a hotel - no one seemed eager to pick up the phone there

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Weekend Date
Minnesota, USA
Jan 9, 2012

Anniversary Weekend! Perfect!

One of the nicest hotels in the area! Location was great and skyway access was very convenient.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Right around the corner food is great @Dan Kelly's if you are looking for inexpensive place just for a burger & beer!

Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Kristy M
Buffalo Grove, IL, USA
Jan 4, 2012

great stay for weekend getaway

Super friendly and helpful staff. Great location, within walking distance of Metrodome and many great restaurants. Walkable to art museums and sculpture garden. Very comfortable room, despite the awkward layout and dead space.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

Great locale if in town for a Vikings game

Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Minnesota Sojouner
St Paul, MN, USA
Jan 2, 2012

Very nice night

Checked in for a romantic birthday night for my wife. Room was clean and tidy with all the amenities. Would have liked to be able to fetch my own ice for bottle of wine that we brought along, but hotel has you request ice service. My wife especially liked the deep tub with built in wall television.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Good steak houses are walking distance from the hotel, including Murray's, Manny's and Ruth Chris.

Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

4
smilingjoker
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Dec 20, 2011

The Grand Minneapolis Getaway

The staff members were personable and courteous. The bed was a bit too soft and restaurant hours limited, but still the best hotel stay I ever had.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Stay in downtown Minneapolis, everything is within walking distance and the skywalk system makes it comfortable no matter the outside weather.

Review of The Grand Hotel Minneapolis a Kimpton Hotel

Reviewer score

4
jeff935
Business
Bismarck, ND, USA
Dec 14, 2011

Classey property

Very nice decor, bathroom are a little small and lack counter space but nice rooms. Good downtown location. Free wine from 5 to 6 every night is a nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

Parking is steep at $30/night but the ramp right across is only $20.

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