MInneapolis is one of what is called the Twin Cities of MInnesota. Minneapolis and St. Paul and neighboring cities that attract many travelers. The 2008 Republican Convention is being held in the Twin Cities, selecting a presidential candidate. Minneapolis hotels offer many upscale amenities and fine lodging.
Minneapolis is a sophisticated urban city with excellent hotel accommodations for the discerning traveler. Travelers can enjoy the many attractions of Minneapolis while staying in a fine downtown hotel.
The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a beautiful urban area in Minnesota. The Twin Cities are near the Minnesota / Wisconsin border. Minneapolis is famed for the skywalk connecting the downtown attractions, businesses, restaurants and hotels. The skywalk allows people to traverse through the city without being exposed to the cold Minnesota winters. Minneapolis is about ten miles from a major Twin Cities area attraction, The Mall of America in Bloomington.
Travelers who visit Minneapolis for business or leisure have a choice of excellent hotels with fine amenities. Following are some of the best hotels in Minneapolis.
- Grand Hotel Minneapolis. The Grand Hotel is an urban resort in the heart of the city. The skyway system offers climate controlled access to the shopping and business district. Guests of Grand Hotel enjoy complimentary access to the Minneapolis Life Time Athletic Club with the indoor lap pool, fitness center, squash courts, racquet ball course, indoor running track, sauna and steam room. Amenities include the LifeSpa Salon and Spa, Business Center, complimentary high speed Internet access and more. Martini BLU offers fine dining on the premises. 1-612-288-8888.
- Graves 601 Hotel Upscale downtown hotel rises 22 stories above the city. The famed Skyway connects the hotel to the business and shopping district. Amenities include high speed Internet access, health club, pharmacy, concierge, business center, elevators and indoor parking. The Cosmos is a fine dining restaurant on the premises. Pets allowed. AAA Four Diamond. 601 1st Ave. North, Minneapolis, MN. 1-612-677-1100.
- Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. Amenities include a StayFit Health Club, heated indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and business center. Taxxi: An American Bistro served American food. 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Minnesota. 1-612-370-1234.
- The Marquette Hotel. This hotel is located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis and is part of the IDS Center and Crystal Court. The Target Center, Metrodome and Convention Center are near The Marquette Hotel. Amenities include high speed Internet, underground heated parking, business center and fitness room.. Pets allowed. AAA Four Diamond. 710 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN. 1-612-333-4545.
- Radisson Plaza Hotel Minneapolis. Radisson is in the heart of downtown, steps away from shopping and entertainment. Hotel services include a complimentary The 17th floor health club has panoramic views of the city. Amenities include , business center, heated parking, Continental breakfast and complimentary evening cocktails. AAA Four Diamond. 5 South Seventh Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota. 1-612-339-4900.
- Hilton Minneapolis. Hilton is a 25 story Victorian brick building that rises 25 stories above the city. Amenities include a fitness room, swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and business center. Skywater Restaurant serves food from the American Heartland. 1001 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 1-612-376-1000.
- Millennium Hotel. Millennium is located downtown, on the tree lined sidewalks of Nicolette Mall. The hotel is connected by enclosed skywalk to the Minneapolis Convention Center and is near the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. Amenities include an indoor swimming pool, business center, complimentary breakfast and Martini Lounge. 1313 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Minnesota. 1-612-332-6000.
- Westin Minneapolis. Westin features include swimming pool, whirlpool, business services, business center
Information about the hotels in this article was gathered over hotel web sites Hotel policies are subject to change without notice. Contact the hotels for additional information and to make reservations
