
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Best for meetings, large groups, and travelers who need direct access to the Minneapolis Convention Center.
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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is a large, business-focused downtown Minneapolis hotel with extensive meeting space and family-friendly amenities; read this if you need convention access, group event space, or a central Minneapolis base. The Saint Paul Hotel is a historic luxury hotel in downtown St. Paul with classic grand-hotel character and a notable signature restaurant; read this if you want a traditional, upscale St. Paul stay near the river and theatres.
Updated · about 11 km apart

Best for meetings, large groups, and travelers who need direct access to the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Best for travelers who want a classic grand-hotel experience and a historic downtown St. Paul location near theatres and the Mississippi River.
When Hyatt Regency Minneapolis wins: choose Hyatt if you need huge, flexible event and meeting space, direct skyway access to the Convention Center, or family-friendly facilities (indoor pool, large fitness center).
When The Saint Paul Hotel wins: choose The Saint Paul Hotel if you prefer historic-luxury ambiance, a downtown St. Paul address close to the river and performing-arts venues, and dining at The St Paul Grill.
Bottom line: Hyatt is the pragmatic pick for business, conventions, and families in Minneapolis; The Saint Paul Hotel is the classic downtown St. Paul luxury option for leisure travelers who prioritize atmosphere and proximity to St. Paul venues.
| Category | Hyatt Regency Minneapolis | The Saint Paul Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary business-and-family-focused downtown hotel | Historic, grand luxury hotel with classic public rooms |
| Location (city) | Downtown Minneapolis (Nicollet Mall) with skyway to Convention Center | Downtown St. Paul, steps from the Mississippi River and theatres |
| Size (rooms) | 644 guest rooms (large property with extensive meeting space) | 254 air-conditioned rooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages — family-friendly | |
| Pools | Indoor heated pool (6th floor), open daily 9 a.m.–9 p.m. | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Prairie Kitchen and Bar (New American) + MPLS Market (grab-and-go/Starbucks) | The St Paul Grill (American) plus a second restaurant and a bar/lounge; 24-hour room service available |
| Spa / treatments | Spa services via Mend Massage and Mind Body (reservations required) inside StayFit | Not published |
| Fitness | StayFit 24/7 fitness center (32,000 sq. ft.) with cardio, weights, basketball, virtual fitness | Fitness facilities available (details in supplier listing) |
| Known for | Convention and meeting capacity (132,000+ sq. ft. event space) and downtown connectivity | Historic hotel with The St Paul Grill and steps from Ordway/riverfront attractions |
| Parking | Valet and covered self-parking (fee); EV charging available | Valet parking (surcharge) and covered parking listed |
Hyatt sits on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, connected by skyway to the Convention Center.
Hyatt is the more convenient pick if you need Minneapolis ground-level and convention access.
The Saint Paul Hotel occupies a central spot in downtown St. Paul, a short walk from theatres and the Mississippi River.
Choose The Saint Paul Hotel to be within easy walking distance of St. Paul’s riverfront and theatres.
Hyatt offers a wide range of contemporary rooms and suites aimed at business travelers and families.
Hyatt’s inventory is large and varied, suitable for groups, families, and business travelers.
The Saint Paul Hotel lists traditional room and suite categories with a classic, historic-hotel layout.
The Saint Paul Hotel focuses on a classic room lineup and a historic hotel experience rather than massive scale.
Hyatt provides contemporary New American dining and a grab-and-go market for busy guests.
Hyatt’s dining is modern, flexible, and convenient for business and family schedules.
The Saint Paul Hotel emphasizes classic American dining with The St Paul Grill as a signature option.
The Saint Paul Hotel leans on its signature restaurant and traditional service for a classic dining experience.
Hyatt has an indoor heated pool on the 6th floor that’s open to all registered guests.
If an indoor hotel pool is important, Hyatt provides a clear on-site option for families and leisure guests.
The Saint Paul Hotel’s supplier listing highlights fitness facilities and garden areas but does not publish a hotel pool.
The Saint Paul Hotel’s listing does not confirm an on-site pool; check with the hotel if a pool is a deciding factor.
Hyatt combines a large 24/7 fitness center with partnered spa services and easy access to Minneapolis nightlife.
Hyatt is stronger for fitness facilities and for guests who want late-night entertainment nearby.
The Saint Paul Hotel lists fitness facilities and sits within walking distance of St. Paul nightlife and performance venues.
The Saint Paul Hotel places you within easy reach of St. Paul’s theatres and evening dining, while fitness options are available on-site.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — huge, flexible event and exhibit spaces and direct skyway access to the Convention Center.

The Saint Paul Hotel — classic grand-hotel public rooms and a long-standing downtown St. Paul identity.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — on-site indoor heated pool and family-friendly room policies.

The Saint Paul Hotel — The St Paul Grill and traditional in-hotel dining service.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — it has direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center and large, flexible meeting/exhibit halls.
The Saint Paul Hotel — its historic character, central St. Paul location, and The St Paul Grill suit a more traditional downtown leisure stay.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis has an indoor heated pool (6th floor). The Saint Paul Hotel’s supplier listing does not publish an on-site pool.
Yes. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; The Saint Paul Hotel is not adults-only and Hyatt explicitly offers family policies such as children 17 and under staying free.
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