hotels with a view in Apple Valley, MN

1. Holiday Inn Blmgtn Arpt South- Mall Area, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set along I-35W and within 5 miles of the Mall of America and Nickelodeon Universe, this relaxed budget hotel is 10 miles from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport.The functional rooms with dark wood furnishings feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms have pull-out sofas, minifridges and microwaves; suites add separate living areas and whirlpool tubs.Freebies include parking, and shuttle to the airport and Mall of America. A casual restaurant with a bar serves pizza. There’s also a fitness room and business center, as well as an atrium with an indoor pool and a hot tub.

Things You Need to Know

  • 8 min drive to the Mall of America
  • 12 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests mentioned “pizzas” 11 times
  • Guests praised the indoor pool and the hot tub
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Brandon S

I would not recommend this place The pictures posted by the business make it look a lot nicer than it is The pool looks really nice in the pics, but once you arrive it is a lot smaller and quite dated

We arrived to find dirty wash rags in our room, as well as only 2 sets of towels, even though we had marked 4 people to stay We also paid for “breakfast” which we were told the next morning they did not offer, to later find out when checking out two days later that they do have a small boxed breakfast not what you would think of for a hotel breakfast thoughAll of the garbages were full on the property, they were out of coffee each morning we went up there I also felt bad for the front desk guy as he was opening the pool, stocking the towels, filling the coffee, answering phones, checking in people Seems they need to have the maids doing some of thatAlso, the prices for their snack bar were excessive $2 for a 1oz bag of chips ?! The prices at Hilton or other nicer places are better than thatOverall not a great experience, needs a refresh in parts of the hotel, more cleaning/service, and better snack bar pricing

Risba Smith

Upon arriving, we were there 15 min early than our check in The counter employee said the rooms would be ready for an hour or so There wasn’t any manager to talk to

As we waited with 5 others to get a room There was another employee that started work A woman and her kid checked in and got a room, but our weren’t ready!! Went back to the desk and said something and he just up graded my room at no charge Gave us a 10% off to the adjoining restaurant Come to find out it doesn’t open til 11, so there’s no breakfast for checking out Now that was great until I seen make-up on the pillow cases and went to cut the air on and there was a hole that you can see the outside Satins on the curtains fly in the room probably from hole Never stay there again and won’t recommend them!! Hotel has gone down need a face lift and upgrade!!

The Creative Bite

The pool was the reason we booked this hotel and it was a tiny cesspool I am not very picky when it comes to cleanliness, but this hotel had me grossed out The very small pool had clumps of hair floating in it, the bottom was covered in sand and in the shallow 3 foot deep sections, my kids could barely see their diving toys on the bottom it was so murky

The kids had already gotten in the pool before I realized how gross it was, so I let them swimI called the front desk the next morning to see if they had any plans to clean it and she assured me they cleaned it every morning LIES! The next evening we went back to check it out but it was still so gross I wouldn’t let the kids get back in The sand was piled in the same spots on the bottom and it was still murky No staff had touched that poolThe rest of the hotel was also just run down and grimy As we walked in, the ceiling was crumbling into buckets on the floor from water damage When we walked in our room the first time there was a dirty women’s headband filled with hair on the floor, meaning the room was likely never vacuumedThe pros: It was relatively cheap and the AC worked I did a bedbug check and didn’t find any I have never done that at a hotel, but this hotel warranted it

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton Edina Minneapolis (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set off State Highway 62, this casual apartment hotel is 2 miles from Edinborough Park and 8 miles from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport.Down-to-earth studios feature kitchenettes, pull-out sofas, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Apartments add separate living rooms.Breakfast and parking are included. Other amenities consist of an exercise room and an indoor pool, as well as a 24-hour convenience store, coin-operated laundry facilities and a fire pit.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms
  • 7 min drive to The Museum of Russian Art
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • 14 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests liked the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “Housekeeping” 10 times
  • Guests liked the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Joanne Moy

Great location with restaurants and stores all around you and not far from the city What made this place stand out was the FREE breakfast This was the best quality FREE breakfast I have ever had at a Hilton brand and the Chef was so friendly and accommodating

Hotel is fairly new and it shows Parking is ample and the indoor pool was fun for the kids

Chas Ruby

An ideal location in Edina It is right off a busy thoroughfare The busy street noise though, is not heard in the room

It is good and quiet for a wonderful sleep 😴 The room has enough space to move around and enjoy your time in the room itself Thete is a nice size refrigerator and a microwave for those who want to prepare their own meals And a work out room (small but you can still get a sweat going) right next to a medium size pool There is shopping area close by, as well as a grocery store I had a great stay and will be coming back

Reuben L Correa

Very modern design and decor and accessories very business birth causer and business birthing person friendly LolThe pool room does not have a hot tub much to my chagrin and the smell of chlorine is quite over powering causing irritation to the eyes and lungsBreakfast is pretty good, no pancake or waffle maker

Big disappointment! Coffee choices are available throughout the dayThe rooms have a toaster oven annnnd a microwave very nice and a full sized refrigerator, dishwasher, cabinets full of crockery, drawers have flatware, same colorful wall decor very modern European bright colorsVery convenient to shopping, exercising and other eatery choices

3. Baymont by Wyndham Lakeville (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

This unassuming hotel off Interstate 35 is 9 miles from Minnesota Zoo and 13 miles from Mall of America. It’s also 21 miles from baseball games at Target Field.The unfussy rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges. Upgraded rooms add microwaves, and suites add whirlpool tubs, and sitting areas with sofabeds.Parking and continental breakfast are complimentary. There’s also an indoor pool.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the unfussy rooms
  • 5 min drive to Buck Hill
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned hot tubs 10 times
  • Guests praised the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Beth Anderson

Five stars for amazing serviceWe were in town for a funeral and they went above and beyond to make sure our family had a smooth trip They found fun things for the kids, facilitated extra pool and family connection and every time we spoke with them, they were incredibly friendly and helpful

The rooms were good (comfy beds, good pillows, decent room renovations, and it looks like bathroom renovations are happening shortly too), the pool was great, loved that breakfast was included, but it was the people working here who made our experience so memorableThank you

4. AmericInn by Wyndham Apple Valley (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

This casual hotel is 3 miles from the Minnesota Zoo, 6 miles from the Burnsville Performing Arts Center, and 10 miles from the Mall of America.The relaxed rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add pull-out sofas, in-room whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. Kids age 17 and under stay free with an adult.Freebies include hot breakfast and parking. There’s an indoor pool, a whirlpool tub and sauna, as well as an exercise room and a business center. Pets are allowed (fee).

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • 8 min drive to the Minnesota Zoo
  • 15 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests praised the indoor pool and the hot tub
  • Guests praised the spa

Feedback From Real Customers

Anna Esqueda

The elevator is very slow, the stairs were faster to take Stayed in a room with two beds and a pull out The pull out was very close to the side of one of the beds

When of the kids fell off the bed and hit the metal on the end of the pull out A piece of already chewed gum was found on the bottom of the comforterBreakfast was a nice lay out lots of choicesWorst part of stay, an expensive item was left behind in the room The location services showed it at the hotel After informing the hotel they hadn’t cleaned the room and were going to check Then the room was cleaned but nothing was found Later on the location services were disconnected on the device The item would have been very easily visible and not easily mixed in They stated it could have ended up in laundry, or trash They would check but were so far behind it would take a couple days After a week they stated they weren’t there Stated that the item was lost but not there or it may have possibly ended up in the trashI don’t accuse the housekeeper, or anyone It could have ended up in laundry, it could have been turned in and removed, it could be in the trash Now it’s a he say , she say with no way to prove anything so I have to take a loss and hope it doesn’t happen to other guest DOUBLE CHECK, triple check

Paul Johnson

Went to check in at 5:30pm and was told the room wasn’t ready because it was getting a deep clean Came back at 6:30 Room smelled like vomit, the carpet was wet, there was a giant hair ball in the bed and the sink was backed up

Jake, the manager, couldn’t put me in another room, help me find another hotel or apologize for trying to rent out a disgusting roomClearly whatever they were trying to clean up with their afternoon deep clean wasn’t successfulI get that a hotel can’t control what people do to the room, but they can choose not to rent the room and help the minimize the inconvenience to the next guest

5. Radisson Blu Mall of America (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set inside the Mall of America, this contemporary hotel is a 6-minute walk from Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, an 11-minute walk from Nickelodeon Universe amusement park, and 3.9 miles from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport.The 500 stylish rooms and suites feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, along with minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms include access to a lounge with complimentary breakfast.A complimentary airport shuttle is offered. Additional amenities include a fitness center, an indoor pool and a spa. There’s also an upscale restaurant and a cocktail bar, as well as 2 ballrooms and 14 meeting rooms.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to the Mall of America and Nickelodeon Universe
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • Guests liked the service and praised the room service
  • Guests liked the restaurant service
  • Guests praised the views
  • Guests liked the fitness center
  • The hotel has a boutique store

Feedback From Real Customers

Sarah Morin

Customer service was exceptional I tried to get the women’s name that helped us check in and couldn’t get it But she was wonderful and made my daughters birthday stay feel very special

So awesomeThe room was beautiful, unique and very cleanWe loved the hotel was connected to the mall We never had to leave that was super coolOne thing that I thought was the pool was supposed to be salt water but we smelled a lot like chlorine Not a big deal the pool was also fun and loved the tables we got to have dinnerWe will absolutely be back!

Mark Drury

Hotel is very nice Radisson needs to focus on building more ‘Blu’ hotels in the USA Staff was extremely friendly, great shuttle service to and from the airport and local businesses

It’s attached to the Mall so easy access to shopping The on-site bar was excellentThe rooms were very nice but the walls were very thin; could hear doors closing down the hall and the loud TV from the next room over Overall a good stay

Denise Morgan

We came with our son for spring break The lobby is so cool and comfy The rooms were fun and funky

The bed was a little firm for me but the pillows were perfect Note that the room service menu is on the TV along with other information We kept looking for a book The in- house restaurant, Firehouse Grill is so yummy I loved that the hotel was attached to the Mall of America, it was so convenient My only complaints are that there are not many channels to watch on TV, unless you want to pay for on demand, so we just streamed from our phone The main chair in our room was stained with ink, a drink of some sort, and full of dirt The rest of the room was very clean though and we spent most of our time exploring so not a big deal The shower was a rain head with a hand attachment as well Heaven! The pool is nice but not very big It fills up fast and there is also no hot tub Room service was awesome Would definitely come again I wish I took better pics

6. Staybridge Suites Eagan Arpt South – Mall Area, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off I-35E, this laid-back, all-suite extended-stay hotel is 6 miles from the Mall of America, 4 miles from Cascade Bay Water Park and 2 miles from Red Oak Park.Casual suites offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas with pull-out sofas, as well as kitchens with microwaves.Complimentary perks include breakfast and parking, as well as local shuttle service, and regular evening socials with snacks and drinks. Other amenities consist of an indoor pool, guest laundry facilities and a furnished patio with BBQ grills, plus a 24-hour gym and a hot tub.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 8 min drive to Nickelodeon Universe
  • 13 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests liked the hot tub, mentioned 14 times in reviews
  • Guests praised the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Adam Binder

Starting with the positives, check in was easy, staff was helpful, pool was nice and room was large Now for the areas of improvement We arrived and the TV did not work

We called the desk and they came and fixed it The room smelled like smoke The shower had a slow drain and took about 10 min to drain after a shower The pull out bed was worthless as springs were easily felt through the mattress Every time the AC kicked in, the unit was so loud in the bedroom that it was difficult to sleep The breakfast in the morning left a lot to be desired Ham and potatoes No eggs or pancakes Milk dispenser didn’t work Juice was out of order Just disappointing If you are doing a quick stay it is OK, if I had to do it over I would make a different choice

Ashlyn Bentley

This was the best hotel I’ve stayed at for the price you pay My room was basically an apartment, with a kitchenette including stovetop, dishwasher, microwave & fridge with ice maker with its own bedroom The bathroom was a good size

They even included dove soaps instead of cheap like usual hotels The pool area was good & the pool was nicely warmed Breakfast had great options compared to other hotels I was very impressed When I got to my room, the front desk even sent a text to ask how the room was & if there was anything we needed

Kalyn J

We stayed here last night! The room was nice and spacious – we had a One Bedroom King Bed Suite Very affordable and friendly staff The pool and hot tub are open for use until 12am which is also great

Breakfast buffet in the morning as well! One cool thing about this room – I’m not sure about other rooms as well – is that the conditioner and shampoo are in actual pump bottles attached to the wall So instead of just having the mini bottles, you could use as much as needed! Will be coming back in the future !

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Minneapolis St. Paul/Eagan (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In an area dotted with parks and shopping plazas, this relaxed all-suite hotel is a mile from I-35E, 5 miles from Historic Fort Snelling and 6 miles from the sprawling Mall of America.Casual studios with kitchenettes feature complimentary Wi-Fi, sitting areas and flat-screen TVs. The 1-bedroom suites offer separate living rooms with sofabeds.Freebies include parking, breakfast, and regular happy hours with snacks and drinks. There’s also an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym, plus a picnic area, a convenience store, and a lounge with a fireplace.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the kitchenettes
  • 7 min drive to Fort Snelling State Park
  • 13 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests liked the pool, mentioned 11 times in reviews
  • The fitness center has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Amy Laubenstein

Unfortunately our stay here wasn’t as pleasant as I wished When my family arrived in our room, the smell of synthetic scent spray was overpowering When we went into the bathroom there was a pungent smell of cigarette smoke as well as a subtle smell of it in our bedroom

The vent in the bathroom wasn’t working to try to dispel some of the smell It was obvious house keeping sprayed ton of scent spray to attempt to mask the smell We tried to see if there was another one bedroom option, but told us there were none available They also offered to spray the room again or carpet clean, but I didn’t want the risk of my toddler inhaling even more of those strong chemicals on top of the strong scent spray and smoke residue that already lingered in the room Also, not to mention there was barely enough toilet paper to last for our 3 night stayAnother issue was that our room was right next to the door to the stairwell which was extremely loud It woke me up several times throughout the night and early morning from people constantly opening and closing that door In fact, I just heard it a handful of times while writing this reviewHonestly, I have had a better stay at a Motel 6 than at this Residence Inn location

April Tucker

Wish we had found this place on all our trips The rooms are so big!! There was a full size fridge, island with chairs for eating, a desk, huge countertop for storage and big bathroom All the countertops were beautiful quartz, the shower was white tiled, guys

We will look for one of these on our weeklong vacation because we personally trust hotels more than Airbnb due to some bad experiences and this gives us the option to stock up food for lunch/dinner to help save some money on vacations Full kitchen with cooking supplies and free breakfast What a 10! We only stayed one night but it was a total win in our books! Consider staying here if you’re traveling through the Twin Cities or if you don’t mind staying a touch outside the cities for a vacay there Cheers! April

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Minneapolis – Lakeville, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This contemporary hotel off the I-35 is a 17-minute drive from the Mall of America and 8-minutes’ drive from the Elko Speedway.Modern rooms come with desks and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, microwaves and premium cable channels. There’s also free WiFi and high-pressure showerheads, plus kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Suites add separate living spaces, kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs. Kidsuites® are available.Amenities include an bistro offering Italian/American dishes (where kids 12 and under eat free) and an indoor pool with a waterslide, as well as a fitness center and free parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • 6 min drive to Ritter Farm Park
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests liked the water park, mentioned 40 times in reviews
  • Guests praised the grounds
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the indoor pool and the hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Julie Mack

Went down for a wedding and spent 2 nights here in 2 different rooms First room was a suite, working fridge, microwave, dishwasher and fireplace with different colors in it Very spacious room, separate bedroom with a poolside view

I slept on the pull out bed which I found to be comfortable Separate air conditioning for the livingroom space and bedroom which was very nice Second night, was a regular room Also very comfortable but I did find some food residue left under the desk there from a past guest Pillows and bed was very comfortable and the refrigerator, coffeemaker, and TV were all in working order Desk staff was very pleasant to work with and greeted us every time we walked in or out the front doors I’ve added pictures of the pool/jacuzzi area

Samantha Y.

This hotel was okay, but not for the price The “water park” is a joke There aren’t very many pictures of it on the website for a reason

There’s a little splasher area and one water slide The pool doesn’t go deeper than 3ish feet, and it is NEVER on unless you walk all the way out to the front desk and wait for someone to come along so you can request it be turned on There is only one elevator in the building and it’s right by the pool, so it stinks like corn chips and dirty, wet feetOur room had candy on the floor when we got there The toddler found one right away, and then we found a few more plus a lot of crumbs in the carpet We left a couple bags of ice in the tub to melt overnight and they left rings in the grime inside the tub One of the TVs in our room didn’t have a working remote We filled out the requests for our stay ahead of time, but we didn’t get any extra pillows or towels When the room is reserved for more than 2 people, why aren’t there more than two towels?The staff was nice They did have a little area where you could buy snacks or microwavable things We were able to go to the front desk every single time to ask for coupons when we wanted to eat in the restaurant, which made the kids’ food free

sasho nedanovski

I came out for a business meeting and when I came back to the hotel after the meeting the room had already been cleaned and $300 of my money was stolen from the roomDon’t use this hotel theirs no safe to keep your belongs in and the house keeping will steal your money or anything of VauleAs a business owner myself this is so unprofessional

Make sure to never stay here I’ve been in plenty of hotels and never had anything stolen, especially money!Bad for business you guys should make sure you hire people that are more trustworthy and do better background checks!

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Minneapolis Bloomington W (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 494, this casual hotel is a 0.9-mile drive to Mt. Normandale Lake Park and a 3.7-mile drive to downtown Bloomington.Traditional rooms include pillow-top mattresses, flat-screen TVs with HD channels and free high-speed Internet. Some rooms come with microwaves and minifridges. Suites with separate living rooms are also available.The property features an indoor pool with a hot tub and sauna, as well as a fitness center. A free continental breakfast is offered in addition to complimentary parking and airport shuttle service.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms
  • 6 min drive to Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 14 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests liked the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “waffles” 22 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests praised the views

Feedback From Real Customers

Zach Leen

The highlight is the breakfast Waffles are good Beds definitely are not queen size

full size is more accurate With that being said the rooms are clean and it’s comfortable The parking lot is beat up The elevators are nice and fast The pool area is in the lower level and was fun but a little bit of a small space The hot tub is closed

Jenna Downey

The stay at this LaQuinta was really comforting At first glance, we thought the hotel room was pretty small, old, and were bummed out the patios weren’t able to be accessed When we checked out the pool, we were stunned because it looked out-dated, but we enjoyed our stay here nonetheless! We found the pool enjoyable even though there wasn’t much to it, and were bummed that the hot tub wasn’t working

The only real big downside was the breakfast The orange juice tasted extremely watered down, and the options were pretty limited The biggest things that mattered though was the cleanliness of our rooms & the friendliness of the staff! The rooms were tidy and clean but the walls were very thin, and we could be heard (talking in normal tone) from outside the room and we could hear others talking and moving around outside of ours All of us found the beds uncomfortable, and all of my friends had one night where they all would wake up every hour or so due to noise We booked this place due to the lower price in Minneapolis and since it was near everything, so if you’re looking for a budget place this is a good option, but consider everything listed above!

Megan F.

Amazing rooms Comfy beds Fridge, microwave and tv

Staff charged my card for my entire stay versus just holding my card for incidentals even though the room was already prepaid through their website! Each staff member I spoke to you gave me a different story asked to what was happening, which made my stay miserable considering they took a significant amount of money off of my card You have to reserve your shuttle from the airport Which comes at the top of every hour They state that they will shuttle you to any venue that you want but when trying to go to Mall of America which is 10 minutes away the only shuttle they had was at 6 PM and they would pick you up at 8:20 PM, the mall closes at 8 PM so you have to stand outside underneath warming lights which don’t work until the shuttle comes We used the shuttle two times and each time it was late by 30 to 40 minutes Even with that being said I tried to go to the mall called them at 5:45 and they said the last shuttle goes out at 6 PM but it was too late to order the shuttle because the driver was already doing other things The breakfast was horrible the only salvageable thing would be the waffles The apples were not even good The milk tasted gross and there was nothing except sugar for your coffee No eggs or yogurts “Hash browns” Were simply just potatoes cooked with no frying or seasoning The hot tub does not work and they will no longer be using it because it’s broken and cost too much to fix it according to staff, the pool has way too much chlorine in it and it’s freezing cold I am giving this a 2 star because the rooms themselves were fine

10. Sheraton Bloomington Hotel (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

Just off Interstate 494, this unfussy hotel is 7 miles from the Mall of America and 10 miles from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport.Straightforward rooms and suites offer flat-screen TVs, WiFi (surcharge) and free Starbucks coffee. Club rooms have access to a lounge with free WiFi and breakfast.Amenities include an exercise room, a business center with complimentary WiFi, and free parking. The hotel also has 11,750 sq ft of meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • 5 min drive to Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area
  • Guests praised the clean, large rooms but some disliked the kitchenettes
  • 14 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned microwaves 17 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center

Feedback From Real Customers

Tammy Daughtrey

I travel a fair amount for work I was pleasantly surprised with this hotel The staff (although I used the app to check in and out) were very friendly and helpful

The rooms were very clean The lobby was very large and had several tables available for small groups The wasn’t complimentary coffee/breakfast, but I was able to purchase a cup at the bar I will stay again when I return to the area

Ziyi Wang

The check-in time stated in the confirmation email was 3pm When we arrived around 4:50, the front desk staff Andrea told us that we can’t be checked-in yet because our room wasn’t ready yet We told her that we were supposed to check in at 3pm, and it had passed two hours than that

Andrea used the excuse that there were too many rooms for them to clean and they didn’t clean all the rooms at the time yet We made clear that we don’t accept that as an excuse And then Andrea said “YOU GUYS GOT LUCKY, I found one,” and then checked us in During the entire interaction with Andrea, she was very condescending and rude to us We didn’t feel welcoming when we arrived the hotel We highly suspect that she was being racist to us because we are people of color and wore a mask at the time we checked in After we entered the room, we found the toilet didn’t work properly and it makes very loud noise when it refills with water The room was located at the 1st floor Sound insulation was near zero!! We clearly heard people talking in the hotel lobby at midnight We are extremely disappointed by this stay with Sheraton

Keely Ward

I have to say I’ve had nothing but an amazing experience every-time I stay here Specifically tonight, I had an amazing dinner with Todd being extremely attentive behind the bar, per usual Then, there was a situation on the 3rd floor and I was provided a drink and soup by the GM, Tiffany, while I waited for it to clear

I could not be happier with my serviceI typically stay downtown but this place is way better!! Stay here everytime for quality and amazing customer serviceThank you for having amazing staff and an amazing hotel!

11. Hyatt Regency Bloomington – Minneapolis (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 2-minute walk from Bloomington Central light rail station, this chic, modern hotel is also 1 mile from the Mall of America and 2 miles from Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium.Stylish rooms with colorful accents offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, minifridges and sitting areas. Upgraded rooms and suites have access to a club lounge offering complimentary refreshments. Suites add separate sitting rooms.Freebies include parking, and a shuttle service to the airport and local malls. Other amenities include a laid-back restaurant, a hip bar and a cafe. There’s also an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Things You Need to Know

  • 4 min drive to the Mall of America
  • 8 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests liked the laid-back restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “Ballroom” 12 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the hip bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Michelle Golden

Beautiful hotel!We only stayed 1 night but we will definitely be back!Rooms were super nice!We did the pick up breakfast as the restaurant or the room service is only open certain times and we missed it With covid room service I believe is not an optionLoved the free parking and the shuttle to the mall!Staff was super friendly!

Arnold Heney

No television remote in the room the first night but the front desk staff handled it quickly the next morning My wife asked for more coffee cups the second night but they were never delivered Club access was available however the espresso machine did not operate, and the meals were available thru a voucher downstairs in the market

Pool was small but nice we were hoping for a hot tub to relax in after spending the day at Mall of America We were happy with the proximity to the mall

Michael Moses

Nice digs for an airport stopover Right on the train line so don’t even worry about taking a shuttle, and technically you could just take the train into the city and not need a car at allSeems fairly new

A bit noisy in the hallways from guest room doors opening and closingCould use a bigger lobbyRooms felt modern and typical of a Hyatt Regency

12. Best Western Plus Dakota Ridge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area off I-35E, this low-key hotel is 6 miles from both the Minnesota Zoo and the Mall of America, and 8 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.Warm rooms have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus microwaves, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add living areas with sofabeds; some include whirlpool tubs.Cooked breakfast, parking and a 24-hour airport shuttle are complimentary. There’s also a gym and business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • 7 min drive to Fort Snelling State Park
  • 12 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests liked the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 22 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • The fitness center has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Halo Horns

Lori,Alec and Sam were helpful and and accommodating hosts Best western really earned their name with how awesome these guys are! Literally they had anything I forgot and were super chill Thank you guys! You deserve a bonus $

Definitely will recommend staying here to my personal family, friends and anybody looking for a cozy clean place to stay 😁

Lela Steffes

When we pulled in, the lot was nice and clean We made our way into the lobby, which seemed really nice and clean The girl at the counter was sitting there with her phone and earbuds in

I asked where the bathroom was and then she got up and pointed the way She was nice enough, but seemed sort of lazy I went to the restroom and my husband checked us in He said she acted as if she didn’t really want to be there She also told him that they were pretty short-staffed and all the rooms hadn’t been cleaned yet since the weekend started Okaaaay Why would you tell that?? When I was in the bathroom, I noticed that it really needed some tidy-ing up There was toilet paper and paper towels all over the floor and the soap container needed to be filled up There was soap all over the vanity I thought to myself that our room better not look like that We went to the entrance where I room was closest to and there was a garbage can that was completely overflowing I thought that instead of sitting on her bum at the front desk, that girl could have been tending to these issues It just made a nice place look bad I liked our room Nice space and clean But the beds are old and not at all comfy for two people in one bed I think our son slept like a baby (but he’s a teenager and would have slept as well on the floor! Haha!) The mattresses are just way to soft and ours had a slant to it on one side In the bathroom the exhaust fan didn’t work, it was very dark to take a shower and the water went ICE COLD on me for about 20 seconds That woke me up! Also, the drain in the sink smelled like mold and made me gag when I had to brush my teeth or wash my face I guess we got our money’s worth If the things I mentioned were addressed, I could have easily given it 5 stars I’m giving it 3 just because of the mattress and I didn’t get a lot of sleep

Eva Gallant

Excellent customer service! I took advantage of the park and fly option which is super convenient and affordably priced—keeping away the hassle associated with traveling Upon arrival, ALec who checked me in couldn’t have been more excellent and more patient in explaining everything, since I will be with a pet upon my return From making the reservation to checking out every employee was very friendly and professional

This Best Western goes above and beyond to help ease your travel Additionally, the rooms were very clean and spacious, and the bed was super comfy Great assortment of amenities, along with a fridge and microwave I am already looking forward to my return stay

13. Omni Viking Lakes Hotel (4-star hotel)

  • Address: 2611 Nordic Way, Eagan, MN 55121
  • Phone: (651) 689-9800
  • Ratings: 4.5 (166 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Omni Viking Lakes Hotel
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Upscale, Nordic-style hotel offering an indoor pool, a gym & a spa, plus dining & a lobby bar.

About this hotel

In a mixed-purpose development containing a training facility for the Minnesota Vikings football team, this upscale hotel featuring Nordic decor is 2 miles from Interstate 494.Polished rooms with earth tones provide Wi-Fi, flat-screens, minibars and Keurig coffeemakers. Some rooms add sofas, floor-to-ceiling windows and/or training facility views. Airy suites offer living areas; bi-level suites have kitchens.There’s a casual restaurant, a cafe and a lobby bar. A chic spa has a sauna and a steam room. Other amenities consist of a heated indoor pool and a gym. Event space includes a ballroom. Valet parking is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 8 min drive to Fort Snelling State Park
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned restaurants 25 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • The hotel has a boutique store
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a spa

Feedback From Real Customers

Felix

Stayed at hotel for honeymoon and it was perfect Amazing food delivered to the room from the restaurant, all staff were friendly and accommodating Everything was clean and loved the suite, the tub is large enough even my 6’5” hubby was able to comfortably relax and bathe

The common area was luxurious so it was nice to have a quiet meal in the room one night and play cards with a local friend Definitely want to go back! The rooftop bar was amazing as well!!

Emilie Christensen

I have stayed at Omni Viking Lakes a few times, and there are a some things that keep me coming back The hotel is beautiful! The Nordic Viking theme is just perfect, with subtle and tasteful nods to the Purple&Gold Vikings who’s training facility is just next door This hotel is high end while still being inviting and comfortable

Side note: If you are a MN Vikings fan, you just might end up having a drink and some great conversation with a player or coach ;)The rooms and spaces are exceptionally clean and well appointed The staff- from the front desk to the restaurant, and bar staff- have all been so kind, professional, and welcomingTheir loyalty program is so thoughtful! Sometimes a glass of champagne at check in, complimentary wine/beer at the lounges or restaurants, or complimentary coffee from the in-house Caribou Coffee branded shop are always so appreciated I recently also booked services at the spa and it was truly a luxury experienceSo, with all of the hotels to choose from in the area, I’ll continue to come to Omni

Cassandra Krzebietke

This place is excellent My fiancé and I booked a regular room and were able to upgrade to a suite for half the price We had a huge bathtub and shower room

Very clean room, comfy bedThe food down at the restaurant is good too Only complaint I have is the fries were not all that great But my Korean Fried Chicken sandwich and his steak was so yummy! We had breakfast down at the little coffee shop (wasn’t great for the price…)We also got couples massages at the spa and were treated like royalty when we went in there You can use the spa all day if you book a serviceOverall, it was a nice and enjoyable experience We were sad to leave!

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Airport (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This polished, all-suite airport hotel is 2 miles from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport and 3 miles from the Mall of America.Understated suites provide Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs and Keurigs, plus minifridges, microwaves and separate living areas with pull-out sofas.Freebies include breakfast and parking, as well as an airport shuttle, and regular evening socials with snacks and drinks. Other amenities include a steakhouse, an indoor pool and a gym, plus a hot tub and coin-operated laundry facilities. There’s also a business center, and meeting and event space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms
  • 3 min drive to Fort Snelling State Park
  • Some guests disliked the kitchenettes and others complained about the air conditioning
  • Some guests disliked the unclean bathrooms
  • 5 min drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
  • Guests mentioned the service is professional
  • Guests praised the hot tub
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

N Kuhn

I really wanted to leave a 5 star review, but couldn’t The rooms are spacious and modern The breakfast is good

I can’t give it 5 stars because of the atrium noise Guests are to follow the quiet rules beginning at 9:00 There was a wedding reception that was still going strong at 11:00 The reception was in a ballroom/meeting room, but some of the the reception guests used the atrium They were loud Very loud If paying guests are to follow the quiet hours, then should reception guests

Rochelle Burger

The bathrooms are small, mildew on the ceiling in the shower Needs an update and added ventilation to it The deck door froze over and once it warmed up it melted to the bottom

No drainage holes The living area is nice and roomy Had a room with two queen beds Did not use the pool, no sitting area (table/chairs) The attached restaurant has really good food, will definitely return for that

Alan Duck

Had an incredible experience at the Embassy during a recent post-Covid work trip The hotel made hospitality feel like the good old days Front desk was very swift and attentive

However, the bar was set in the restaurant this trip Shannon the manager had a stacked house and her staff ran the place like pros Shannon cultivated a connection with many guests, despite how busy they were Azure, a new waitress, was equally exceptional Service was fast and my entire Corporate team will now know this is the place to stay on our next visit Highly recommended

15. GrandStay Hotel & Conference Apple Valley (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a 4-story brick building, this straightforward, all-suite hotel and conference center lies 9.9 miles from Minneapolis’ Mall of America and 15.3 miles from the Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport.Classic suites come with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, desks, sitting areas with pull-out sofas, and kitchens.There’s an indoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, outdoor sport court and putting green. Conference facilities and a business center are also available. Freebies include a breakfast buffet, and shuttles to the airport and Mall of America. There’s also an informal restaurant/bar, plus a pantry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large
  • 9 min drive to the Minnesota Zoo
  • Some guests disliked the beds
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned hot tubs 17 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Linda Goodman

This was a great hotel

room 415 was perfect for my two daughters to sleep on the queen bed and I (mom) slept on the pull-out sofa (which really wasn’t bad at all) Then, I had the bathroom, office, kitchen, sofa bed, and access to the main door all to myself I loved the pocket door to the bedroom where my girls were sleeping I was able to work late into the night and I got up early, ate breakfast, showered, and worked some more in the morning before they woke up The best part of breakfast: they have a waffle maker with two unique toppings: cool whip and canned cherries YUM!

Joe Koken

Have stayed often over past 5 years given location convenience to children Quality continues to decline, always short with staff but keep raising prices Checked in last night no amenities such as soap, shampoo, TV didn’t work (next day they determined missing cables) and temp at 60 degrees in room

Heat does work but took 30 minutes for room to be acceptable Called next day for help and desk said it would be awhile as she was only one working If their were other alternatives in area would stay there Bar attached to hotel is only bright spot…

Paul Ferguson

The staff were super friendly and I felt the rooms were cleanI arrived late and was put in 101 The handicap accessible room

The entire room is like an after thought full of old furniture and the disproportionate ceiling height gives it a strange stretched lookOverall my stay was okay I would have liked to have a normal room

16. AC Hotel by Marriott Bloomington Mall of America (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a straightforward roadside building in a commercial area, this modern hotel is a 9-minute walk from the SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium in the Mall of America, and 4 miles from Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport.Simple rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, plus coffeemakers and minifridges. Upgraded rooms add pull-out sofas. Suites have separate living rooms.Parking is free. There’s also a stylish tapas bar, a lounge and a gym. Breakfast is available for a surcharge.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the beds
  • Guests praised the air conditioning
  • Guests praised the showers
  • Walking distance to the Mall of America and the Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has weight machines
  • Guests praised the stylish bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Addie Hudnall

Thoroughly enjoyed my 3 week stay here The front desk and restaurant/bar staff were very friendly and always helpful Small menu but very good; enjoyed everything except the meatballs

Room was extremely clean and very well laid out And a plus, it’s right next to the Hazelwood restaurant This hotel will for sure be my go to spot, every time in I’m the SMinnie/Bloomington area

April Johnson

Tracy was one of the front desk employees and she was excellent My husband and I were here for the weekend, we asked for a restaurant recommendation and Tracy kept looking until she found us a place that did not disappoint We truly appreciated her going the extra mile for us

The room was clean and modern, the housekeeping staff was friendly and responsive to direct requests This rating would have been a 5, but surface parking was very limited

Andrew Boyce

As a weekly business traveler, I’m pickyThis hotel was excellent for the price I paid I had a nice one bedroom suite on the 5th floor

524 Good location!I will say that the airplanes are a little loud I stay in airport hotels all the time The windows aren’t soundproofed here like a lot of other airport hotels

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