What is Downtown East like?

Downtown East is a trendy neighbourhood known for its bar scene and sporting events. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown East? Consider a visit to U.S. Bank Stadium while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown East?

Based on our traveller data, Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown East. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Mississippi River, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Aloft by Marriott Minneapolis and Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown East area?

With 12 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown East to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Minneapolis area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown East, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Downtown East.

What is there to do around this Minneapolis neighbourhood?

Sights like Guthrie Theater, Mill City Museum and Washburn "A" Mill can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown East. U.S. Bank Stadium and Mississippi River are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Loft Literary Center, Open Book and Gold Medal Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown East. While you're out sightseeing, Guthrie Theater - McGuire Proscenium Stage and Mill Ruins Park are a couple of additional sights to visit in Minneapolis.

How can I get around Downtown East and the greater Minneapolis area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Metrodome Station is the closest metro station.

The Best Hotels in Downtown East, Minneapolis - St. Paul - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown East hotels

A spacious lobby with exposed brick walls, a high ceiling with wooden beams, and a central seating area with sofas and chairs.

1. Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District

Downtown East

Diana

฿6,100 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a bar area with shelves, and large windows providing natural light.

2. Moxy Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown East

Marie

฿4,650 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern interior with a wall-mounted digital display, white desks, and hexagonal shelving units.

3. Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown East

Hailey

฿4,641 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bar area with a neon sign, a bar counter with stools, and a seating area with yellow chairs.

4. Aloft by Marriott Minneapolis

Downtown East

Dana

฿4,641 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a brick wall with shelves.

5. CozySuites at Mill District

Downtown East

Geneise

฿6,806 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a central revolving door.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown

Cedar-Riverside, 0.7 km from Downtown East

Samantha

฿5,187 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, surrounded by other buildings.

7. Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown West, 1 km from Downtown East

Jason

฿4,635 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to upper levels.

8. Hilton Minneapolis

Downtown West, 1.5 km from Downtown East

Manuel

฿5,122 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, colorful cushions, and a hanging chair.

9. Tru By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown

Gateway District, 1 km from Downtown East

Marinel

฿3,672 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with outdoor seating and red awnings.

10. Best Western Plus The Normandy Inn & Suites

Downtown West, 1 km from Downtown East

Tanya

฿4,307 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown West, 1.5 km from Downtown East

Margaret

฿4,970 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and a well-lit street.

12. The Lofton Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

North Loop, 1.6 km from Downtown East

Kristina

฿5,444 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for Hampton Inn & Suites, located at a city intersection with visible traffic lights and a clear sky.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis / Downtown

Downtown West, 1.7 km from Downtown East

Nicholas

฿4,155 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern conference room with a large table, red chairs, and a glass wall with a tropical view.

14. The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown West, 1.5 km from Downtown East

Brenden

฿4,242 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf.

15. AC Hotel by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown West, 1.4 km from Downtown East

฿4,459 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a curved bar counter, seating with teal chairs, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

16. Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown West, 2 km from Downtown East

Candida

฿3,545 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central circular emblem, a high ceiling with a decorative light fixture, and a bar area with seating.

17. Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

Dinkytown, 2 km from Downtown East

Christopher

฿5,711 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Minneapolis Downtown

Downtown West, 1.9 km from Downtown East

Bill

฿4,207 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, round coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the street.

19. Home2 Suites By Hilton Minneapolis University Area

Prospect Park, 3 km from Downtown East

Zita

฿3,511 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis University Area

Prospect Park, 3.1 km from Downtown East

Craig

฿3,414 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown East

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Moxy Minneapolis Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 951 reviews	View
Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,174 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Minneapolis	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
CozySuites at Mill District	4.0 star property	7.2 Good 13 reviews	View

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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 Nicollet Mall, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

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