Nightly rates from $104
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Mar 15, 2012 Check-out: Mar 18, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
29 reviews
Romantic Birthday

The Foshay was lots of fun! We celebrated my fiance's birthday and enjoyed the museum on the top as... See full review

  • KmacKkoh
  • Jan 27, 2012
Great New Years Getaway

From the time we arrived to the time we left everything was great! See full review

  • Izzers
  • Jan 2, 2012
Roaring Twenties meets fashionably cool

Towering 447 feet over the city, W Minneapolis The Foshay effortlessly melts Art Deco architecture into cutting-edge cool. On the doorstep of cultural gems like the Walker Art Center and Guthrie Theatre, The Foshay hotel is surrounded by art, independent music and thriving theater. Guests indulge in modern must-see rooms and a trendy scene. Lounge along with cool DJ mixes at the sensual Living Room or slip away to the intimate Prohibition Skybar on the 27th floor. The top-floor observation deck and mini-museum offer gorgeous city views. 

Highlights

  • Completed in 1929 before the stock market crash, The Foshay hotel is the only skyscraper on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Check out the original 1920s mosaic ceiling, terrazzo marble floor and elevator doors
  • Connected to the Minneapolis Skyway
  • The hotel's observation deck is the only one in Minneapolis

Location

Minnesota is home to spectacular scenery and historical intrigue, including St. Anthony Falls, Stone Arch Bridge and the scenic Chain of Lakes. Stroll down Summit Avenue to see the epic Victorian residences where literary giants F. Scott Fitzgerald, Garrison Keillor and Sinclair Lewis once lived.

Rooms

All 229 rooms and suites at W Minneapolis-The Foshay offer bold design and modern amenities. The decor mixes avant-garde black and white geometric patterns with flirty pinks and exotic magentas. Rooms include high-speed Internet access (fees apply),a flat-screen TV, hypo-allergenic feather pillows, a down duvet, iPod docking station and a work desk with ergonomic chair. The diaphanous bathrooms feature a rainforest shower and Bliss bath amenities. Book the penthouse Extreme WOW Suite for wrap-around views of Minneapolis.

Features

The Foshay juxtaposes Roaring Twenties architecture with modern dining, sultry lounges and complimentary access to a revitalizing fitness center. Manny's, the on-site restaurant, is known for sizzling steaks, while Keys Cafe is perfect for home-style cuisine and knockout Bloody Marys. Cozy up to the fireplace in the Living Room, or people-watch over cocktails and city views at Prohibition Skybar on the 27th floor. Work out at SWEAT Fitness Center or polish and unwind at the spa. 

Transportation

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (12.6 mi/20.3 km)

Attractions

  • Hennepin Theater District (0.5 mi /0.7 km)
  • Target Center (0.5 mi /1.8 km)
  • Minneapolis Convention Center (0.6 mi /1 km)
  • Minnesota Orchestra (0.9 mi /1.4 km)
  • Walker Art Center (1.1 mi /1.6 km)
  • Mall of America (9.9 mi /15.9 km)

Business

  • Business center with PC and Mac workstations available (fees apply)
  • Over 6,000 square feet of meeting space

Policies & fees

W Minneapolis -- The Foshay welcomes cats and dogs 40 pounds or less. Guests must sign a waiver upon check-in and will be charged $25 USD per pet per day above the room rate. There is also a non-refundable $100 USD cleaning fee regardless of length of stay.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Hotel Map

821 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Nearby airports
Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport, (MSP), 10.00, Mile
Area description
Downtown, City

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Adjoining Rooms
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Business center
  • CD Player
  • City Center
  • Concierge Desk
  • Data port Available
  • DVD Player
  • Exercise Gym
  • Express Checkout
  • Fitness center
  • Free Newspaper
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Radio
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Security
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Valet Parking
  • Wake-up Service

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 (29)

Ratings and reviews for W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Overall score

4.2 / 5
29 out of 29
Amenities:
4.5
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.7
Value:
4.2

79% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

5
KmacKkoh
Jordan, MN 55352, USA
Jan 27, 2012

Romantic Birthday

The Foshay was lots of fun! We celebrated my fiance's birthday and enjoyed the museum on the top as well as the view from the top! Manny's for breakfast was great and the room was adorable!

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

Walking distance to Melting Pot!

Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

5
Izzers
Minneapolis, MN, USA
Jan 2, 2012

Great New Years Getaway

From the time we arrived to the time we left everything was great!

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

Mannys was wonderful!

Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

5
kellarz
Minneapolis, MN, USA
Jan 2, 2012

loved it!

my husband and i were celebrating our 5 year anniversary and we stayed for just one night. shortly after we arrived at the room we received a call to make sure everything was satisfactory. we also took advantage of the FREE acura ride which was also very fun. all in all a great night! oh, and i LOVE the showers... even the worst of singers could sound good in their showers.

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

Reviewer score

5
Downtown Expert
Minneapolis, MN, USA
Oct 18, 2011

Great Romantic Get-Away

Loved the location, restaurants, and staff! The bed was hard and uncomfortable though. No other complaints!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

3
Genevieve
Michigan, West Coast
Jul 6, 2011

W Foshay is OK

Minneapolis never disappoints with its lively music scene, the fabulous Walker, great food and its lakes. While the staff were all great at the W, we were a little underwhelmed at this hotel. As far as "W" hotels go, the one in San Fran is much nicer. The W Foshay was not as clean nor was a conceirge available often--we saw him once during the 5 days we were there. It's not that it was terrible--it just didn't live up to the hype.

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

Great Indian restaurant across the street; upscale Mexican, try Masa, and if you're up for a short drive, Lola's or Black Sheep have great pizza.

Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

5
Swany32
mpls mn
May 15, 2011

Great hotel

Great hotel. Use the Acura car service, if you get a chance. Very clean rooms and great bars on the property.

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

Use the car service. It was free and they were very helpful.

Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

5
The Best Nighter
Minneapolis, MN
Mar 20, 2011

wonderful overnight stay

The hotel was wonderful!! Beautiful interior, attentive staff, I will go back again and again!!

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

Reviewer score

3
Chilly
Rochester, MN
Jan 17, 2011

Some warm water would have been nice...

The hotel itself is very nice, very hip. The rooms are very clean. The Living Room is the hotel bar and has been a lot of fun every time I've been there and this trip was no exception. The crowd is mostly 20-30 somethings. This was the first time I've stayed at the W and when I went to take a shower the next morning, there was no hot water. I called the desk to see what the problem was and I was told someone from engineering would be up to my room soon. After 15 mins of not hearing anything, I called back and was told that the boiler for my floor was out and that in a few minutes there would again be hot water. After waiting another 30 minutes, I was forced to take a cold shower. At checkout, I informed the employee of the problem and was not offered remuneration of any kind. Stay at your own risk!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

4
Karl
Minneapolis, MN
Dec 27, 2010

THE W WAS AS WONDERFUL AS EVER!!!

A wonderful hotel for the price, highly recommend!

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

If you stay at the W, make sure you have dinner at Manny's Steakhouse, the best in town.

Review of W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Reviewer score

5
Little Lu
Business
St. Paul, Mn
Nov 21, 2010

Art Deco extraordinaire!

Exceptional service began at the door, reception, drivers & everywhere else. With 2 award winning restaurants attached - no need to go elsewhere if you are a busy traveler! Weekend road warriors will love the bars, lounge & vibes in the mix of old - young! AAAA+ experience & value for the price!!

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

Business

Time-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

A driver was available at same price of taxi

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