The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown, Minneapolis

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown - A central business district hotel with farm-to-table dining and skyway access

Located in downtown Minneapolis's business district, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown stands 1148.3 ft from Nicollet Mall and 1640.4 ft from the Foshay Tower. This 5-star Minneapolis hotel features rooms equipped with flat-screen cable TVs, refrigerators, and coffee makers, with select accommodations offering Business Class Lounge access. The FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar serves Midwestern-inspired farm-to-table cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while in-room dining and grab-and-go breakfast options provide additional flexibility. A 24-hour fitness center and complimentary wireless internet access cater to business and leisure travelers. The Royal Sonesta's location connects directly to the Minneapolis Skyway System, providing enclosed walkway access to downtown attractions. The property sits 1 mile from the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and Walker Art Center, and 12.5 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

Pros

Direct access to Minneapolis Skyway System for weather-protected city navigation

Walking distance to Mary Tyler Moore Statue (0.5 miles) and historic Foshay Tower (0.5 miles)

Business Class Rooms include $20 credit to Wood + Paddle Eatery per person daily

Proximity to multiple dining options including Fhima's and The Oceanaire Seafood Room within 0.5 miles

Cons

12.5 miles distance from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport

Business Class Lounge temporarily closed