Minneapolis Beach hotels

Are you someone who enjoys both the thrill of travel and the calming effects of a beach getaway? If so, then Minneapolis might not be the first destination that comes to mind when planning your next trip. However, you might be surprised to learn that this vibrant city in the heart of the Midwest offers a unique blend of urban attractions and tranquil beach experiences. In fact, staying at a beach hotel can be the perfect way to enhance your visit to Minneapolis. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why beach hotels are an excellent choice when travelling to this charming city.

The first reason to consider staying at a beach hotel in Minneapolis is the unparalleled opportunity for relaxation. After a day of exploring the city's renowned museums, lively cultural scene, and bustling shopping districts, you can unwind and rejuvenate by the serene shores of Lake Calhoun or Lake Harriet. These beautiful urban lakes provide not only stunning views but also a peaceful atmosphere where you can take a leisurely stroll, have a picnic, or simply soak up the sun. Staying at a beach hotel will allow you convenient access to these rejuvenating natural spaces.

Another advantage of choosing a beach hotel in Minneapolis is the chance to engage in a variety of exciting water activities. Whether you are an avid swimmer, a paddleboarding enthusiast, or simply enjoy lounging by the water, the beaches around the city offer opportunities for everyone. Lake Calhoun, for instance, is known for its excellent sailing conditions, while Lake Nokomis attracts kayakers with its calm waters. By selecting a beach hotel as your accommodation, you can indulge in these thrilling water sports and immerse yourself in the adventurous spirit of Minneapolis.

Moreover, beach hotels in Minneapolis offer more than just proximity to the lakes. Many of these accommodations provide additional amenities and services that cater to beachgoers. From private beach access and lakefront dining options to outdoor swimming pools and wellness facilities, beach hotels ensure that you have everything you need for a perfect beach vacation. Whether you are travelling with your family, a group of friends, or looking for a romantic getaway, the extensive range of facilities available at beach hotels will undoubtedly enhance your overall experience in Minneapolis.

Lastly, staying at a beach hotel in Minneapolis doesn't mean sacrificing proximity to the city's vibrant urban life. In fact, many of these hotels are strategically located near popular attractions and bustling neighborhoods. This means that after a day of basking in the sun and enjoying the lakes, you can easily access downtown Minneapolis for a night out on the town. From world-class restaurants and trendy bars to live music venues and theaters, the city offers a lively atmosphere that will make your evenings just as memorable as your days spent on the beach.

In conclusion, if you are looking for a unique travel experience that combines the tranquility of a beach getaway with the excitement of urban exploration, Minneapolis might just be the perfect destination. By choosing a beach hotel as your accommodation, you can enjoy the best of both worlds – the beauty and relaxation of the lakes and the vibrant energy of the city. So, the next time you plan your trip to Minneapolis, consider booking a beach hotel and let the magical charm of this unexpected beach destination sweep you off your feet.

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Hyatt Place Minneapolis/Downtown W Minneapolis - The Foshay Emery Hotel, Autograph Collection The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown Best Beach hotels in Minneapolis Hilton Minneapolis Embassy Suites By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis Cheap Beach hotels in Minneapolis Graduate Minneapolis Ramada By Wyndham Minneapolis Golden Valley Hyatt Regency Minneapolis

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Hyatt Place Minneapolis/Downtown

📍 425 South 7Th Street

Lake Nokomis is located only a few minutes from the accommodation while the clock tower "Minneapolis City Hall" is a 6-minute stroll away. Popular natural sights near the Hyatt Place Minneapolis/Downtown Minneapolis are the 4.2 - acre Commons Park (900 metres) and Saint Anthony Falls (1.2 km).

The area features a number of shopping sites such as Minneapolis Convention Center within 5 minutes' drive of this Minneapolis property.

Offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the 213 rooms come with an iron and ironing board, and air-conditioning to ensure a comfortable stay. They are furnished with sofa beds along with a sofa. Equipped with a tub and a roll in shower, the handicap-accessible bathrooms have hairdryers and toiletries.

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W Minneapolis - The Foshay

📍 821 Marquette Avenue

This unique pet-friendly property is nestled only metres from the business hub Downtown West and just a step away from the financial district of Minneapolis. Located 5 minutes' walk from Minnesota Orchestra Hall, the W Minneapolis - Foshay is around a 5-minute ride from the class Walker Art Center.

The accommodation is situated within walking distance to the 66200 seat US Bank Stadium, while Hawthorne Transportation Center bus station lies only 600 metres away.

Some of the 229 air-conditioned rooms at the unique property are furnished with a sofa and a work desk, and appointed with a mini fridge bar. Guests can also use a separate toilet, along with such amenities as bathrobes. Certain units feature views of the city.

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Emery Hotel, Autograph Collection

📍 215 4Th Street South

The modern property has a fabulous location within 1.5 km of the 66200 seat US Bank Stadium, while shopping venues like Nicollet Mall are about a 5-minute ride away. At a moderate distance from the smoke-free Emery Hotel, Autograph Collection Minneapolis, business travellers will find the clock tower "Minneapolis City Hall".

Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting The Commons Urban Park, within 550 metres of the accommodation.

Some of the 229 air-conditioned rooms at this Minneapolis property are furnished with a writing desk, and appointed with a minibar, tea and coffee making equipment. A rain shower and a separate toilet, together with such amenities as a hair dryer and towels, are also at guests' disposal.

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The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

📍 35 South 7Th Street

The accommodation in the business district of Minneapolis enjoys the proximity of tourist attractions such as Nicollet Avenue, which stands merely 350 metres away. Religious sights in the area include the historic church "Basilica of Saint Mary" (1.6 km) and Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (1.9 km).

This Minneapolis hotel is placed within walking distance from Nicollet Mall, and Fourth Street North Transit bus station is just 0.7 km away.

The welcoming property welcomes guests to 360 non-smoking rooms. Some of them come with free Wi-Fi and an iPod dock along with a coffee maker. They have comfortable interior. In addition, a 49 m² suite comprises a separate living area and accommodates up to 2.

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Hilton Minneapolis

📍 1001 Marquette Avenue South

The comfortable property puts you in the very heart of Minneapolis, approximately a 25-minute walk from American Swedish Institute and not very far from Spoonbridge and Cherry Sculpture. Cultural sights in the area are Hennepin History Museum (1.8 km) and the Minnesota Mill City Historical Museum (1.9 km).

This Minneapolis hotel is placed nearly an 18-minute walk from the contemporary Walker Art Center, and Hawthorne Transportation Center bus station is approximately a 10-minute walk away.

You can stay in one of the 821 air-conditioned rooms featuring free wireless internet and cable channels along with coffee and tea making equipment. They are outfitted with comfortable decor. The private bathrooms are appointed with a hot tub and a sauna together with hair dryers and bath sheets. Guests will surely enjoy scenic views of the downtown.

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Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Hyatt Place Minneapolis/Downtown
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ W Minneapolis - The Foshay
Top Hotel for couples 💑 Emery Hotel, Autograph Collection

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Embassy Suites By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown Hotel

📍 12 Sixth Street South

The accommodation is just 0.8 km from Minnesota Orchestra Hall, while Saint Anthony Falls is nearly a 15-minute stroll away. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting the 66200 seat US Bank Stadium, about a 5-minute ride from the Embassy Suites By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown.

The area offers shopping experience such as Nicollet Mall at a short distance from the property.

The rooms at this accommodation have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making equipment for your convenience. They are furnished with comfortable decor. The decorated bedrooms come with sofa beds with a pillow-top mattress along with feather down pillows and plump down pillows. Offering amenities such as a hairdryer and toiletries, the bathrooms also feature a walk-in shower. Guests can take advantage of views of the town.

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Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis

📍 245 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Mary Tyler Moore Statue is located really close to the accommodation, and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International airport is approximately a 19-minute drive away. The 5-star hotel is within 16 minutes' walk of the grand church "Basilica of Saint Mary" and approximately an 8-minute walk from Minneapolis Skyway System Shopping Mall.

This property is placed within an easy walking distance to Soap Factory Contemporary Art Gallery, while Hawthorne Transportation Center bus station is nearly 5 minutes' walk away.

Some rooms provide a mini fridge bar and tea/coffee making equipment as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. These units also have tiled floors. The private bathrooms include a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, and comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets.

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Graduate Minneapolis

📍 615 Washington Avenue Southeast

The boutique style property is nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, within easy reach from Williams Arena. The Commons Urban Park in Minneapolis is a 10-minute ride from the Graduate.

The area offers shopping experience such as Minneapolis Convention Center within 10 minutes' drive of the chic accommodation.

Some rooms provide tea and coffee making facilities as well as wireless Internet and cable channels to help you enjoy your stay. Guests can use a rainfall shower together with a hairdryer and toiletries.

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Ramada By Wyndham Minneapolis Golden Valley

📍 6300 Wayzata Boulevard

The property in a business area is within 15 minutes' drive of the grand church "Basilica of Saint Mary" and 20 minutes on foot from such shopping venues as the air Shops at West End Shopping Center. The Ramada By Wyndham Minneapolis Golden Valley offers proximity to natural sights like Lake Harriet Bandshell Park (7 km) and the celebrated urban Lake of the Isles (4.5 km).

Along with other cultural attractions the multidisciplinary contemporary Walker Art Center is nestled within 6 km of this comfortable accommodation.

You can choose from one of the 127 air-conditioned rooms with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and self-catering amenities like coffee/tea making equipment. For more comfort, hair dryers and free toiletries together with a shower/bath combination and a hot tub are provided.

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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis

📍 1300 Nicollet Mall

The luxury accommodation boasts a prime setting near the business district of Minneapolis. Cultural sights in the area are the class Walker Art Center (1.1 km) and Minneapolis Institute of Art (1.7 km).

In addition, this Minneapolis hotel is with direct connections to convention centres and at a medium distance from the grand church "Basilica of Saint Mary". The nearby entertainment attractions of Minneapolis include Guthrie Theater, which is a 10-minute ride away.

The 644 rooms are allergy-free and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee and tea making facilities. A shower, together with such amenities as hairdryers and free toiletries, are also at guests' disposal. A separate toilet and a shower are available in private bathrooms. Some of the units look out over the downtown.

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Millennium Minneapolis

📍 1313 Nicollet Mall

The accommodation is placed in the centre of Minneapolis, next to convention centres. The 4-star hotel is located only metres from Minneapolis Skyway System Shopping Mall and Minnesota Orchestra Hall.

Its' ideal location gives access to sports attractions like the 66200 seat US Bank Stadium, which is approximately 1.8 km away.

Some of the well-appointed units feature high-speed internet and cable channels as well as a coffee maker and a mini refrigerator. For your safety, these comfortable rooms are appointed with an individual safe and smoke detectors. Providing a sauna and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are also equipped with a hair dryer and bath sheets.

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Hewing Hotel

📍 300 Washington Avenue North

This Minneapolis property stands in Warehouse District with Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins professional baseball team, around 19 minutes on foot from the religious sites like Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting the 66200 seat US Bank Stadium, a 10-minute ride from the Hewing Minneapolis.

Parks are near the lovely accommodation, and the 4.2-acre Commons Park is a 5-minute drive away. Entertainment options in the area feature Guthrie Theater about 20 minutes on foot from Hewing Hotel.

The 77 units are allergy-friendly, and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini-fridge-bar. Guests can also use a sauna and a spa bath, along with such amenities as a hairdryer and towels.

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Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot

📍 225 3Rd Avenue South

The lovely 4-star property is near a tube station and just a short drive from the Minnesota Mill City Historical Museum. Nicollet Mall is about a 25-minute walk away, while Chain of Lakes is about 6 minutes' walk from this Minneapolis hotel.

The accommodation is placed at a moderate distance from Foshay Tower, and Fourth Street North Transit bus station is a mere 900 metres away.

Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot welcomes guests to 335 air-conditioned rooms. Some of them come with free Wi-Fi and cable channels along with a minibar and coffee/tea making equipment. They are furnished with comfortable decor. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination, and comforts such as hairdryers.

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Radisson Red Minneapolis Downtown

📍 609 3Rd Street South

The clock tower "Minneapolis City Hall" is located 450 metres of the property, and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International airport is approximately a 19-minute drive away. The Radisson Red Minneapolis Downtown is also a short way to such natural sights as the 4.2 - acre Commons Park.

The accommodation is set close to business offices. The 3-star Radisson Red Minneapolis Downtown is placed approximately a 5-minute ride from Nicollet Mall.

The rooms include tea and coffee making facilities, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. Some of the spacious units also come with a coffee maker and a refrigerator. Bathrooms include an additional toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as hairdryers and a shower cap.

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Minneapolis Marriott City Center

📍 30 South 7Th Street

The inviting accommodation is situated about a 25-minute walk from Minneapolis Institute of Art and near an underground station. It is at 250 metres of Nicollet Avenue and close to Minneapolis Skyway System Shopping Mall.

There is the 66200 seat US Bank Stadium about 1.5 km away, while Hawthorne Transportation Center bus station at 450 metres of the hotel.

The private bathrooms are appointed with a shower/bath combination together with complimentary toiletries. Guests will surely enjoy stunning views of the downtown.

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Moxy Minneapolis Uptown

📍 1121 West Lake Street

Notable for its location a 10-minute ride from Nicollet Mall in the entertainment Uptown district, this fashionable accommodation is placed within a minutes' drive from New Wine Church. The Moxy Minneapolis Uptown offers proximity to such natural sights as Lyndale Park Rose Garden (2.3 km) and the 11-acre park "Minneapolis Sculpture Garden" (2.4 km).

Visit Bde Maka Ska, around a 17-minute walk from the comfortable property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. The nearby notable religious buildings include the Roman Catholic minor Basilica of Saint Mary, 2.8 km from Moxy Minneapolis Uptown.

For more comfort, towels together with a bath are provided.

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