
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Best for large conventions, easy Convention Center access via skyway, and extensive event facilities.
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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is a large, full-service downtown convention hotel on Nicollet Mall aimed at business groups, conference attendees, and families. Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is a Marriott-run, historic hotel in a restored railway depot that will appeal to travelers who want a distinctive downtown setting and meeting/event space.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for large conventions, easy Convention Center access via skyway, and extensive event facilities.

Best for travelers who want a central downtown location with a historic former-railway-depot atmosphere and substantial meeting space.
When Hyatt Regency Minneapolis wins: choose Hyatt if you need the biggest meeting footprint (an exhibit hall and ~132,000 sq ft of event space), direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center, a large 24/7 fitness center, or family-friendly amenities including kids-stay-free and an indoor heated pool.
When Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot wins: pick the Renaissance for a distinctive historic setting close to the Mill Ruins, Stone Arch Bridge and Guthrie Theater, a sizable but slightly smaller meeting footprint (23 meeting rooms, 71,124 ft²), and a single on-site restaurant with full breakfast service.
Bottom line: both are full-service downtown hotels well suited to meetings and leisure stays; use Hyatt for maximum convention capacity and family-oriented amenities, and use the Renaissance for a downtown stay in a restored depot with convenient riverfront and theater access.
| Category | Hyatt Regency Minneapolis | Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, modern convention and business hotel with family-friendly amenities | Historic, Marriott-branded hotel in a former railway depot with meeting focus |
| Location (downtown) | 1300 Nicollet Mall — direct skyway to Minneapolis Convention Center | 225 South 3rd Avenue — near Mill Ruins Park, Stone Arch Bridge, and Guthrie Theater |
| Size (guest rooms) | 644 rooms (hotel listing) | 335 guestrooms |
| Event & meeting space | About 132,000 sq ft with exhibit hall and multiple large ballrooms | 71,124 sq ft (23 meeting rooms, ballroom and banquet halls) |
| Pools | One indoor heated pool (6th floor), open daily 9 a.m.–9 p.m. | One indoor pool (hours 6:00 AM–10:00 PM noted in property policies) |
| Restaurants & bars | Prairie Kitchen and Bar (full-service), plus MPLS Market grab-and-go | Milwaukee Road (American cuisine) and room service (limited hours); one bar/lounge |
| Fitness & wellness | StayFit 32,000 sq ft 24/7 fitness center; spa services via Mend Massage (by reservation) | 24-hour fitness facilities on site; spa services not published |
| Known for | Convention capacity, skyway connection, large fitness center | Historic depot setting, proximity to riverfront attractions |
| Pet & family policy | Family-friendly; dog-friendly rooms (pet fee varies) | |
Hyatt Regency sits on Nicollet Mall with direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center and close walkability to theaters and venues.
Hyatt is ideal if you need seamless Convention Center access and the central Nicollet Mall location.
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot sits in a restored railway depot near the Mississippi River, Stone Arch Bridge and cultural sites along the riverfront.
The Renaissance places you closer to the riverfront museums and theater district in a historic building.
Hyatt Regency offers a broad set of rooms and suites built for business travelers and families.
Hyatt has more rooms and more suite options suited to groups and families.
Renaissance has 335 guestrooms, including multiple accessible room types and signature rooms.
Renaissance offers a mix of signature rooms and suites in a historic property with accessible options.
Hyatt’s on-site dining focuses on locally sourced New American at Prairie Kitchen and Bar plus a grab‑and‑go market.
Hyatt provides both sit-down and quick options suitable for busy conference schedules and families.
Renaissance’s main outlet is Milwaukee Road, serving American cuisine and breakfast service for a fee.
Renaissance delivers a single full-service restaurant and lounge rooted in its downtown location and history.
Hyatt has one indoor heated pool on the 6th floor connected to the StayFit center.
Hyatt’s pool is convenient for families and conference guests visiting the fitness center.
Renaissance offers an indoor pool as part of its guest amenities.
Renaissance’s indoor pool supports guest fitness and leisure but isn’t the property’s primary draw.
Hyatt’s StayFit center and on-site spa services support serious fitness and relaxation needs.
Hyatt is set up for fitness-minded guests and those who want in-house spa services plus nearby nightlife.
Renaissance provides a 24-hour fitness facility and proximity to downtown arts and nightlife.
Renaissance is convenient for guests who plan theater visits or riverfront evenings and want a basic fitness offering.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — much larger exhibit hall and overall event capacity with skyway to the Convention Center.

Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot — a restored railway depot location close to Mill Ruins Park and the Stone Arch Bridge.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — a 32,000 sq ft StayFit center open 24/7 plus spa services by reservation.

Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot — 23 meeting rooms and 71,124 sq ft of conference space in a recognizable downtown building.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — it has a direct skyway connection and is marketed specifically for convention and trade-show groups.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — it explicitly welcomes families, has a kids-stay-free policy for children 17 and under, and family-oriented amenities.
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot — the hotel occupies a former railway depot and emphasizes that setting.
Yes — Hyatt offers Prairie Kitchen and Bar plus a grab-and-go MPLS Market and 24-hour MPLS Express room delivery; Renaissance lists Milwaukee Road as its primary restaurant and one bar/lounge.
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