Minneapolis Vacations

Charming European style innkeeper since 1925 The warm chalet-style exterior of the Best Western Normandy Inn & Suites is inviting against the cool Minneapolis skyline. This same style is reflected in recently renovated guest rooms and other thoughtful details. Conveniently located near the Metrodome, Nicollet Mall and Orchestra Hall, this downtown Minneapolis hotel offers free shuttles to the Minneapolis Convention Center and Target Field for Twins games. Guests enjoy free access to the heated indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna. Fresh baked cookies and milk are offered every night at 10 p.m. Highlights4-story garden atrium houses a heated indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and sauna3 blocks from the Light Rail serving the MSP Airport and Mall of AmericaDelicious home style cooking at the on-site Normandy KitchenFree high-speed wireless Internet accessNew Fitness Suite offers cardio machines and free weights RoomsThe guest room and suites at the Best Western Normandy Inn & Suites are newly appointed with modern amenities. Guests enjoy a large work desk, free high-speed wireless Internet, new flat-screen TV and satellite cable. Euro-style bedding, pillow-top mattresses and fluffy duvets promise a restful sleep. In-room amenities include a coffee and tea maker, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. Suites with separate living room, kitchenette and adjoining guest rooms are also available. FeaturesAt the Best Western Normandy Inn, a working piano surrounded by a fireplace and large chairs adds distinct character to the hotel's lounge area. The on-site Normandy Kitchen is a cozy yet upscale restaurant with reasonably priced American and Bistro style dishes. The high-backed leather booths, mahogany woodwork and sidewalk-view windows lend to a very European atmosphere. The Normandy Kitchen is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.Guests can fit in a workout at the onsite exercise facility offering weightlifting equipment, a treadmill and stationary bike. The heated indoor pool is housed by a 4-story atrium and includes a jacuzzi and sauna. TransportationMinneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (9.4 mi/15.1 km)Amtrak (5.8 mi/9.3 km) AttractionsMetrodome (0.7 mi /1.1 km)Minneapolis Convention Center (0.8 mi /1.3 km)Nicollet Mall (0.9 mi /1.4 km)Guthrie Theatre (0.9 mi /1.4 km)Target Center (0.9 mi /1.4 km)Downtown St. Paul (9.5 mi /15.2 km) Business5,900 square feet of banquet and meeting spaceNewly renovated Continental Room comfortably hosts up to 240 people2 board rooms and 3 classroomsFree computers with Internet access are available in the Business Center

Debonair Twin Cities hotel retains roots in MinneapolisThe 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 hourComplimentary use of in-room yoga accessoriesLuxurious 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) BusinessBusiness center with private offices and secretarial services

An extended stay hotel located within the University of Minnesota campus and just minutes from downtown Minneapolis. University Inn Minneapolis invites you to relax in one of the 45 innovative private rooms, which include a kitchenette, private bath, high speed internet and cable TV. The comfortable lobby is also ready for you to meet with friends or to just relax.

Picture-perfect elegance in downtown Minneapolis The upscale Hilton Minneapolis hotel is perfect for guests traveling on business or pleasure. Housed by an elegant twenty-five story Victorian brick building in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, guests adore the in-house amenities and superior access to Twin Cities culture, entertainment and cuisine. Deluxe guest rooms and suites offer city views and warm design. The AAA, four-Diamond hotel boasts a premium fitness center, the ultra luxurious Ivy Spa Club and the Skywater Restaurant offering global fare with regional touches. Highlights Rooms are fitted with large windows and offer pretty cityscape viewsUnderground parking available (fees apply)Adjacent to the Minneapolis Convention Center (connected via Skyway)Features the largest hotel ballroom in the city at 25,000 square feet Location Located in the heart of downtown, the Hilton Minneapolis is located next door to The Minnesota Orchestra and within walking distance of the city's Theatre District. Don't miss the city's crown jewel -- the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry at the Minneapolis Sculpture Gardens.  Rooms The Hilton Minneapolis offers 821 deluxe guest rooms and suites decorated in rich ambers, reds and tans with hand-carved oak woodwork. Guests enjoy complimentary high-speed Internet, 32-inch HDTV and plush Hilton Serenity® beds. The spa-inspired bathroom offers Crabtree & Evelyn products. The Royal Suite is gorgeous with distinctive artwork, crystal lighting, mahogany floors and pearl-glazed walls. Features The marble lobby exudes elegance with floor-to-ceiling windows, crystal chandeliers and mirrored columns. Refined meeting areas showcase celestial blue couches and intricate area rugs. Executive Level guests have access to the Executive Level Lounge offering complimentary breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres.  Dining Restaurant goers enjoy the innovative menu at this Hilton's onsite SkyWater Restaurant, where chandeliers, modern artwork, and elegant booth seating complete the metropolitan atmosphere. Stop by the SkyWater Lounge for appetizers or exotic cocktails. Barron's Brew serves Starbucks and breakfast treats. In-room dining is also available. Recreation Guests of the Hilton Minneapolis receive complimentary access to the fitness center featuring Precor exercise equipment, a heated indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna. The Ivy Spa Club offers a full menu of services including anti-aging treatments and healing massage. The peaceful atmosphere is magnified by exotic orchids, spiral bamboo stalks and a sultry fireplace lounge. Transportation Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (12.5 mi /20 km) Attractions Orchestra Hall (0.7 mi /1.2 km)Walker Art Center (1.4 mi /2.3 km)Downtown St. Paul (9.5 mi /15.3 km) Business 24-hour Business Center77,000 square feet of flexible meeting space that includes the Symphony and Marquette ballroomsThe Minneapolis Ballroom here is the largest hotel ballroom in the state of Minnesota at just under 25,000 square feet35 additional meetings roomsConnected via enclosed skyway to the Minneapolis Convention Center

Experience style and service at the Minneapolis Marriott City CenterSet in the heart of Minneapolis, about two blocks from Target Center, connected to Macy's via skywalk access, one block from Gavidae Commons, half-block from the Nicollet Mall, and adjacent to City Center Shops, Minneapolis Marriott City Center makes for an ideal retreat when visiting this vibrant Minnesota city. Whether for a romantic weekend getaway, a place to grab a quick bite to before the game, or a happening bar offering game day specials, the stylish hotel offers everything  that is needed when celebrating, no matter the occasion. Retreat to 593 rooms and 90 suites that offer stunning views of the city skyline and enjoy one of the weekend packages complete with breakfast, Internet access or late check-out. Highlights Superior downtown location is ideal for business travelers and sightseersUltra luxe Concierge Level suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows, bi-level rooms and exclusive private lounge accessEco-friendly hotel illuminates with energy saving lighting, and participates in a water and energy saving linen program Some rooms have spectacular downtown views Rooms The contemporary Minneapolis Marriott City Center spans 31 floors, and features 494 rooms and 89 suites. Rooms are colored in creamy caramel tones with crisp white linens, soft throw blanket and plush golden carpeting. Touches of modern glamour are found in accent mirrors and lamps. Rooms include a flat-screen TV, spacious work desk and comfy reading chair. Dramatic Concierge Level rooms at this downtown Minneapolis hotel offer vaulted ceilings, an oversized bathroom with double vanities, a kitchen and bi-level suites with floor-to-ceiling windows for amazing city views. Guests of the Concierge Level rooms enjoy complimentary hot buffet breakfast and an assortment of business services (fees apply). Dining Downtown Minneapolis is a supreme locale for premium restaurants and bistros  --  all within walking distance. Northern Shores Grille, an on-site restaurant, serves a hybrid of regional and classic American cuisine in a casual setting. The hotel lobby bar serves cocktails, lunch and dinner. Features With a per-capita theatre region only second to Manhattan, theatre buffs staying at the Minneapolis Marriott City Center are close to the Hennepin Theatre District. Major attractions like Target Field, the Walker Art Center and the Warehouse District are all within walking distance or a quick taxi ride away.   All guests have access to the Minneapolis Marriott City Center Fitness Center, which features cardiovascular equipment, free weights and a muscle warming sauna. Transportation Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (13.1 mi / 21 km) Attractions Minneapolis Convention Center (0.8 mi / 1.3 km) Target Field (1.1 mi/ 1.7 km)Walker Art Center (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)Metrodome (2.4 mi/ 3.8 km)