
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Best for large conferences, meetings and guests who want immediate downtown access to theaters, sports venues and the Minneapolis Convention Center.
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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is a large, full-service downtown convention hotel on Nicollet Mall for business travelers, event planners and families who want skyway access to the Convention Center and city attractions. Radisson Blu Mall of America is an upscale Bloomington property attached to Mall of America for shoppers, families and airport-transfer guests who want immediate mall access.
Updated · About 15 minutes by car (Mall of America is about 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis).

Best for large conferences, meetings and guests who want immediate downtown access to theaters, sports venues and the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Best for shoppers, families or travelers who want direct access to Mall of America and complimentary airport shuttle service.
When Hyatt Regency Minneapolis wins: choose Hyatt if you need big meeting and ballroom capacities, direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center, or a downtown walkable base close to museums, concert halls and nightlife.
When Radisson Blu Mall of America wins: choose Radisson Blu for an upscale stay directly connected to Mall of America attractions (Nickelodeon Universe, Sea Life), easy airport transfers and a hotel geared toward mall visits and family convenience.
Bottom line: both are polished full-service hotels; Hyatt is the downtown convention and culture base, Radisson Blu is the convenient, mall-focused alternative outside the city center.
| Category | Hyatt Regency Minneapolis | Radisson Blu Mall of America |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large downtown convention hotel — business and event focus with family-friendly amenities. | Upscale, mall-connected hotel aimed at shoppers and families. |
| Location | 1300 Nicollet Mall — direct skyway to Minneapolis Convention Center, walkable to theaters and venues. | 2100 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington — a short walk to Mall of America, Sea Life and indoor attractions. |
| Size (rooms) | About 644 guest rooms (property listing). | 500 guestrooms (supplier listing). |
| Ages / policy | All-ages, family-friendly; children 17 and under stay free in parent’s room using existing bedding. | All-ages; up to 3 children 18 and younger stay free when using existing bedding. |
| Pools | One indoor heated pool (6th floor), open daily 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; shared-use, no lifeguard. | One indoor pool listed in amenities. |
| Restaurants & bars | Prairie Kitchen and Bar (New American) + MPLS Market (Starbucks, grab-and-go). | FireLake Grill House + on-site coffee shop/cafe; 24-hour room service available. |
| Spa & wellness | Spa services (Mend Massage and Mind Body) inside StayFit; 24/7 StayFit fitness center (32,000 sq ft). | 24-hour fitness center listed; spa not published. |
| Known for | Large event and exhibit space (over 130,000 sq ft) and downtown access to culture and transit. | Immediate Mall of America access, complimentary airport shuttle (on request), and family-friendly mall attractions nearby. |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive — Exhibit Hall (30,000 sq ft), multiple ballrooms and ~132,000 sq ft total function space. | Conference center with 26,300 sq ft of meeting space and multiple meeting rooms. |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary in rooms and public areas (free wired and wireless). | |
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis sits on Nicollet Mall with direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center and walkable access to theaters, arenas and downtown sights.
Choose Hyatt if you want a true downtown base for business, culture and nightlife.
Radisson Blu Mall of America is in East Bloomington within a few minutes’ walk of the Mall of America attractions and a short drive from MSP airport.
Choose Radisson Blu when Mall of America proximity and airport convenience are priorities.
Hyatt offers a range of rooms and suites built for business travelers, families and event guests.
Hyatt has a broad room mix and suite options for meetings and families in a downtown footprint.
Radisson Blu provides a large set of room types and suites geared toward families and travelers visiting the mall.
Radisson Blu’s room mix suits families and groups visiting Mall of America attractions.
Hyatt’s on-site dining focuses on New American cuisine plus quick-serve coffee and grab-and-go options.
Hyatt is convenient for business meals and downtown dining before or after events.
Radisson Blu’s on-site dining centers on FireLake Grill House with 24-hour room service and a cafe.
Radisson Blu covers mall-day meals and quick refueling for families visiting attractions.
Hyatt offers an indoor heated pool on its 6th floor that’s part of the StayFit floor of amenities.
Hyatt gives families and business travelers a single, centrally located indoor pool and extensive fitness facilities.
Radisson Blu lists an indoor pool and family-friendly services suitable for Mall of America visitors.
Radisson Blu supports family stays with a pool plus immediate access to Mall of America attractions.
Hyatt’s StayFit fitness center is a large, 24/7 facility with an on-site partner spa; downtown nightlife and live-music venues are a short walk away.
Hyatt is the better pick for fitness-focused guests who also want downtown nightlife within walking distance.
Radisson Blu lists fitness facilities and provides easy access to Mall of America entertainment, arcades and indoor parks.
Radisson Blu is convenient for guests whose evenings center on Mall of America attractions rather than downtown bars or theaters.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — large exhibit hall and over 130,000 sq ft of function space make it the clear choice for big conferences.

Radisson Blu Mall of America — walkable access to the mall’s rides, attractions and shops puts you inside the action.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — 32,000 sq ft StayFit center plus partnered spa services and a large fitness offering.

Radisson Blu Mall of America — complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle (on request) and family-focused room options.
Radisson Blu Mall of America is a short walk from the Mall of America; Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is downtown and about a 15-minute drive from the mall.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — it has direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center and far more meeting and ballroom space.
Radisson Blu Mall of America lists a complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle available on request. Hyatt’s listing does not publish a complimentary airport shuttle.
Yes. Both properties welcome families. Hyatt explicitly notes children 17 and under stay free in a parent’s room; Radisson Blu allows up to 3 children 18 and younger to stay free using existing bedding.
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