West Side Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Stay near popular West Side attractions
Things to do
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in West Side
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"The room was very dated. Walls were bubbling and peeling in spots in the bathroom. The toilet is the kind you’d see in a public restroom. Bathtub has rust stains in it. The beds were very comfortable and everything was generally clean. There are no cups or directories in the room which I found odd ..."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
"dismissive staff dirty"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
"I had a wonderful stay at the Royal Sonesta. The rooms were clean and very comfortable. It’s a great location and is close to restaurants and event centers. Zac at the front desk was so kind and helpful."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"This is one of the best hotels we’ve stayed at! Reasonable prices, clean rooms, comfortable beds and very quiet. We also love the hot tub!"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
"Clean property close to airport and mall."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
"They were doing heavy construction so I wasn’t aware of that. I think Guest should be more compensated for that other than that it’s a great place. Very convenient."
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026
Where to stay in West Side
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.
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.
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.
