Core Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Stay near popular Core attractions
Top hotels in Core
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
"Just make sure you plan ahead for where to park. I was used to hotels having parking lots, and they do not. Either you do valet or park in a neighboring ramp. Otherwise it was just fine"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
The Saint Paul Hotel
"The room was clean. The staff was super friendly. Valet parking was awesome."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown
"It was nice!"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"It is a really nice hotel!! Very clean and tidy, and it was easy to get rid of garbage or used towels without any hassle and very easy to get new fresh towels!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
"I may have had my expectations set higher than they should have been. I was expecting it to be a similar level as a Hampton Inn or Spring Hills Suites but this property desperately needs their renovation to be completed. The good news they are in the process of renovating - I'm hoping the room I ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"The hotel was nice and clean. I was very disappointed that I booked this hotel because there was a pool and upon arrival there was a sign saying that the pool was closed until further notice. It was convenient with it being attached to the mall."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Core
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.
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.
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.
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.
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.
