The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
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About this property
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is a 4.5-star Sonesta Hotel located in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Situated a 4-minute walk from Target Center and 5 minutes on foot from Orpheum Theatre, the property offers 360 guestrooms and 17 suites, making it a substantial choice for both leisure and business travelers seeking downtown access.
Each guestroom features a bed dressed in down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, complemented by complimentary wireless internet and satellite television. Private bathrooms are outfitted with bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. The property earned a guest comfort rating of 4.5 out of 5, reflecting consistent satisfaction with room quality and amenities.
Dining is available at Wood + Paddle Eatery, which serves the hotel's guests, along with a bar and lounge for evening refreshment. Full breakfasts are offered weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for an additional fee.
Recreation and wellness facilities include a 24-hour fitness center, and the property features complimentary wireless internet throughout. Additional amenities encompass a ballroom, 21 meeting rooms totaling 30,000 square feet of conference space, a business center open 24 hours, television in common areas, coffee and tea service, and wedding services. The property is smoke-free and offers wheelchair accessibility with an accessible registration desk and elevator.
The hotel is positioned 0.6 miles from Target Field and 0.8 miles from Basilica of Saint Mary. Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport is 12 miles away, approximately 15 minutes by car, with ground transportation options including Super Shuttle at $24 per person round-trip or taxi service at $30 per direction. The property has earned a 4.4 out of 5 overall rating from 1,429 guest reviews.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and continues anytime, with standard check-out at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome, with dogs allowed up to two per room. A 24-hour front desk is available for guest assistance, and self-parking is available for an additional charge.
Location & nearby attractions
Nicollet Mall - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Mary Tyler Moore Statue - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Skyway Theatre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
First Avenue - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
IDS Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Hennepin Center for the Arts - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
State Theatre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Target Center - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Orpheum Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Foshay Tower - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Target Field - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Minnesota Orchestra Hall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The Armory - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Minneapolis Grain Exchange - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 16.1 km / 10 mi
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 19.7 km / 12.3 mi
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 27.9 km / 17.3 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets welcome
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
- Self parking fee: USD 32 per day
- Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)<
Know before you go
- Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
- Parking height restrictions apply.