Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide

Minneapolis - St. Paul

A covered pavilion with a large arched entrance and two spires, benches in front, and a lake in the background.
A park with a canal, a cyclist, and a building with pointed roofs.
A dirt path flanked by trees in a wooded area.
A wooden sign reading "Linden Hills Station" with a trolley in the background.
A lakeside park with a gazebo, a boat dock, and a building with a pointed roof.

Stay near popular Southwest Minneapolis attractions

Lake Harriet

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Harriet during your travels in Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Top hotels in Southwest Minneapolis

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2400 Mystic Lake Blvd. Prior Lake MN
The price is 3.628.296 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
3.628.296 ₫
4.040.929 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Prior Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is 2.974.874 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
2.974.874 ₫
3.451.599 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

3 out of 5
7800 International Drive Bloomington MN
The price is 2.454.904 ₫ per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
2.454.904 ₫
2.848.302 ₫ total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,116 reviews)
"The room was small even for two people. Other than that it was a good stay and get location with a park and fly across the street!!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

3 out of 5
1700 American Blvd E Bloomington MN
The price is 3.969.632 ₫ per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
3.969.632 ₫
4.605.765 ₫ total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Bloomington. Enjoy 4 restaurants, free water park access and a lazy river. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,267 reviews)
"This is a very busy and cluttered hotel. My reservation was difficult to find and the pre- check in didn't work."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

3 out of 5
2221 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is 2.996.811 ₫ per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
2.996.811 ₫
3.477.051 ₫ total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,688 reviews)
"Location directly across the street from Mall of America meant no parking drama. We were in town for 3 nights to sightsee and attend a concert at target field. The suit setup with plenty of closet space and two TVs was nice. Breakfast offerings were nice with daily variation of a meat, eggs/omelette, ..."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG

Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG

3 out of 5
5120 American Blvd. West Bloomington MN
The price is 1.934.680 ₫ per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
1.934.680 ₫
2.244.711 ₫ total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG
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Where to stay in Southwest Minneapolis

Find the best Southwest Minneapolis areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Minneapolis

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like U.S. Bank Stadium and Target Field, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

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South Minneapolis

While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Parkway Theater or Lake Nokomis, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and two towers.
Photo by Geraldine Soh
Open Photo by Geraldine Soh

Downtown West

Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.

A large indoor amusement park with a glass ceiling and roller coaster tracks.
Photo by Mark Iverson
Open Photo by Mark Iverson

East Bloomington

While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.

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Downtown St. Paul

Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Fitzgerald Theater.

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