Nightly rates from $84
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Feb 17, 2012 Check-out: Feb 18, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
117 reviews
Westin Hotel Mpls

Excellant adaptive reuse of an historic building incorporating the exceptional architectural... See full review

  • Southern Yankee
  • Jan 31, 2012
Fantastic!

After watching an amazing performance of the Lion King by husband and I checked into the Westin.... See full review

  • Allie Cat
  • Jan 30, 2012
Once-historic bank becomes modern Minneapolis luxury

The downtown Westin Minneapolis is a faithful blend of historic significance and modern luxury. Transformed from the Farmers & Mechanics Bank, this Tony four-star hotel retains the original World War II era woodwork, marble staircase and vaulted lobby. Guest rooms are equipped with modern amenities like MP3 players, flat-screen TVs and Internet access (fees apply). Following adventure on the town, the end-of-day rewards here are plenty: an indoor pool cloaked in midnight blue, a dimly lit cocktail lounge and a savory dish or decadent treat at B.A.N.K.

Highlights

  • The penthouse patio boasts panoramic views of the city
  • Original bank vault converted into a wine cellar at B.A.N.K.
  • Partake in a true "no interruption" function in the hotel's vault-secured meeting room
  • Walking distance to Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis Convention Center, Metrodome, Target Center and Hennepin Theatre District

Rooms

All 214 guest rooms at The Westin Minneapolis offer superior comfort. Decorated in sandstone colors blended with creams, whites and bamboo, the atmosphere is refreshingly modern. Featuring the famed Westin Heavenly Bed, all beds are dressed in rich fabrics and include dreamy touches like an ultra-thick pillow top mattress, fluffy down comforter and lots of throw pillows. Rooms at the Westin come complete for business travelers with a spacious work desk, mesh swivel chair and chaise lounge. Request an upgrade for a city or courtyard views or a private balcony.

Features

The Westin Minneapolis keeps indoor and outdoor fitness buffs in mind. Warm up in the hotel's fitness center and heated indoor pool. Golfers are minutes from the Highland Golf Course and Stonebrooke Golf Club.

Dining

Located in the lobby, B.A.N.K. offers stylish American dining. The lively open atmosphere is great for people watching across the huge center-stage oval bar and large dining room. Those looking for a quiet escape can take to the more intimate B.A.N.K. lounge for small plates and cocktails.

Transportation

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (12.8 mi/20.5 km)

Attractions

  • Target Center (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Metrodome (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Minneapolis Convention Center (0.8 mi/1.2 km)
  • Guthrie Theatre (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Minnesota Opera (1.2 mi /1.9 km)
  • Minneapolis Institute of Arts (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
  • Walker Art Center (1.7 mi/2.7 km)
  • Downtown St. Paul (9 mi/14.5 km)
  • Mall of America (10.7 mi/17.2 km)

Business

  • 7,891 square feet of flexible meeting space
  • Vault-secured meeting rooms can host true "no-interruption" events
  • Banker's Boardroom features floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Private boardrooms with built-in audiovisual banquettes

Hotel Map

88th South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402-1114

Nearby airports
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, (MSP), 12.00, Mile
Area description
Downtown

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • 24 Hour Security
  • Air Conditioned
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Audio Visual Equipment
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Brailled Elevators
  • Business center
  • Children's Activities
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Concierge
  • Connecting Rooms
  • Doorman
  • Elevators
  • Express Check In
  • Express Checkout
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Heated Pool
  • Ice Machine
  • Indoor Pool
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • Lounge
  • Maid Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Porters
  • Ramp Access to Buildings
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Television with Cable
  • Turndown Service
  • Valet Parking
  • Wake-up Service
  • Wheel Chair Access
  • White Board

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
3:00 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 (117)

Ratings and reviews for The Westin Minneapolis

Overall score

4.2 / 5
117 out of 117
Amenities:
4.2
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.5
Location:
4.7
Value:
4.3

91% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

4
hcstewart24
Denver, Colorado
Feb 6, 2012

Great location, great rooms.

Room was incredibly comfortable and clean. Location is about a half a block from the Light Rail station, which gives you easy and cheap ($1.75) access to the airport and the Mall of America. Only complaint is that the food quality for room service isn't that great, and is WAY too expensive. Nonetheless, I will stay here again (and just not order room service).

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

Take the Light Rail to/from the airport to save a TON of cash. Fare is $1.75 one way. The Light Rail is clean and safe.

Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

3
sarahm
Nashville, TN, USA
Feb 6, 2012

Nice downtown Minneapolis hotel

This hotel is very nice and well kept. Staff was pleasant. Gym was decent. Lobby/common areas nice style. Bar/restaurant very busy during happy hour. Location was fabulous - right in center of downtown. Didn't have free wireless internet in rooms ($12.95 per day) which I found a little unexpected at a Westin. Overall, we got a great deal on an above average hotel for the weekend. For the same price, I would recommend it to a friend.

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

Go to H**l's Kitchen for brunch - 3 blocks down from hotel. Everything on their breakfast/brunch menu is AMAZING! They have an amazing peanut butter spread they bring to the tables with the jelly for the toast - you have to at least try it! Yum!

Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

5
Southern Yankee
Business
Florida
Jan 31, 2012

Westin Hotel Mpls

Excellant adaptive reuse of an historic building incorporating the exceptional architectural details into the hotel lobby public spaces. The rooms are well designed with a careful attention to lighting, contemporary design (yet comfortable & functional) and style. The in-room coffee maker was a real treat in that it produced a truly great cup of coffee at the most critical of moments. The shower was so good that there may be a down side... you could end up being late for a meeting. All in all - a solid experience.

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

Business

Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

5
magoozimmer
Woodbury
Jan 30, 2012

Good Hotel if you are going to a game at Target Center

We loved having the valet service for parking, super convienent. Rooms were great.

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

Target Center is a short walk through the skyway system and you don't have to get cold to go to a Timberwolves game!

Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

5
Allie Cat
Cannon Falls, MN
Jan 30, 2012

Fantastic!

After watching an amazing performance of the Lion King by husband and I checked into the Westin. Great staff, amazing room and just an overall beautiful hotel. Within walking distance to great restaurants and bars, we ate at Ruth Chris and enjoyed walking in downtown without any worries. We will be back!

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

Reviewer score

4
el nina
St Paul, MN, USA
Jan 30, 2012

mini escape

peaceful night's sleep in the most comfortable bed

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

Reviewer score

5
Geraldine Fairbrother
Prescott, WI
Jan 29, 2012

Great Stay @ Westin Mpls.

The room was beautiful/white duvetand soft pillows.A great nights sleep. Great access to the downtown skyway. Left our coats at hotel and shopped and enjoyed a few bars & restaurants. Happy hour at the hotel was at 3:30PM and half price appetizers. Try the calemara. Great breakfast at the hotel.

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

Skyway shopping & Eating

Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

4
franny5
Business
Iowa, USA
Jan 28, 2012

Pleasant business trip

Overall, I enjoyed my stay at this hotel. It is conveniently located downtown near many restaurants, including the Oceanaire, which was very nice. The hotel restaurant wasn't fantastic, though there is a decent wine selection. Staff was generally helpful and accommodating. The fitness center could use some work.

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

Business

Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

4
Steph8920
Minneapolis, MN, USA
Jan 25, 2012

Wonderful weekend getaway

Wonderful heavenly beds, reasonable food items and pop in the hotel gift shop. Room was a little small and difficult to open the closet with the two full size beds but otherwise wonderful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: In Hotel

Pop, water, and other food items can be purchased by check in for a reasonable price vs room service.

Review of The Westin Minneapolis

Reviewer score

5
Karen w
Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Jan 24, 2012

Amazing

The whole experience was amazing!! Wonderful staff.

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