
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Best for convention attendees and anyone who wants direct, walkable access to downtown Minneapolis, venues, and large event space.
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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is a large downtown, convention-oriented full-service hotel on Nicollet Mall—good for business travelers, conference attendees, and families who want city access. The Westin Edina Galleria is an upscale suburban Westin directly connected to the Edina Galleria shopping mall—best for shoppers and suburban business guests who prefer mall-side convenience.
Updated · about 12 km apart

Best for convention attendees and anyone who wants direct, walkable access to downtown Minneapolis, venues, and large event space.

Best for shoppers and suburban business travelers who want immediate access to Edina Galleria and free self-parking.
When Hyatt Regency Minneapolis wins: choose the Hyatt if you need large meeting and exhibit space, skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center, or want to be in the middle of downtown nightlife, theaters, and cultural attractions.
When The Westin Edina Galleria wins: choose the Westin if you prefer a quieter suburban base with on-site mall shopping, complimentary self-parking, and a smaller, mall-oriented meeting footprint.
Bottom line: both are full-service, upscale hotels; pick Hyatt for downtown events and a big-city convention experience, pick the Westin for mall-side convenience and a suburban business/shopping stay.
| Category | Hyatt Regency Minneapolis | The Westin Edina Galleria |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, busy downtown convention hotel with a business-and-family orientation | Upscale suburban Westin attached to a shopping mall |
| Location | 1300 Nicollet Mall — downtown, connected to Minneapolis Convention Center via skyway | 3201 Galleria, Edina — inside/connected to Edina Galleria mall (Southdale area) |
| Size (rooms) | 644 guest rooms (hotel listing) | 225 guest rooms |
| Target guest | Convention groups, business travelers, families | Shoppers, suburban business travelers, event planners |
| Pools | One indoor heated pool (6th floor) open daily 9 a.m.–9 p.m. | One indoor pool and one hot tub (hours: pool access 6:00 AM–11:00 PM per property listing) |
| Restaurants & bars | Prairie Kitchen and Bar (full restaurant) + MPLS Market (Starbucks & grab-and-go) | McCormick & Schmick's seafood restaurant on-site + room service; 1 restaurant and 1 bar/lounge listed |
| Spa / wellness | StayFit 24/7 fitness center (32,000 sq ft) + Mend Massage/Mind Body spa services (by reservation) | 24-hour fitness center; spa services not published in the supplier listing |
| Meeting & event space | Very large—about 132,000+ sq ft including exhibit hall and multiple ballrooms (suitable for large conventions) | Conference space ~12,825 sq ft across 9 meeting rooms (suitable for mid-size meetings and events) |
| Parking | Valet and covered self-parking available for a surcharge (EV charging available) | Free self parking on site; covered valet (surcharge) available |
| Accessibility & family policy | Family-friendly; children welcome (children 17 and under stay free in parent's room); ADA-compliant rooms and public spaces | Family-friendly; not adults-only; wheelchair-accessible features listed |
| Known for | Conventions, downtown access, large meeting capacity, extensive fitness center | Direct shopping mall connection (Edina Galleria), on-site restaurant, and suburban meeting space |
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis sits on Nicollet Mall, steps from theaters, the Convention Center, and downtown transit.
Pick Hyatt if you need downtown access, transit links, or to be near the Convention Center.
The Westin Edina Galleria is located in Edina’s Southdale area and is connected to the Edina Galleria shopping mall.
Pick the Westin if you want mall-side convenience and a suburban base outside central Minneapolis.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis offers a large inventory of room types for business and family stays.
Hyatt suits groups that need many rooms and a range of suite options downtown.
The Westin Edina Galleria has a smaller, standard Westin room set with executive and club options.
The Westin offers a typical Westin room mix with fewer total rooms—better for quieter suburban stays.
Hyatt offers full-service dining and a grab-and-go market suited to downtown schedules.
Choose Hyatt for full-service dining options and downtown restaurant variety.
The Westin’s on-site dining focuses on McCormick & Schmick's seafood plus limited room service.
The Westin is convenient for mall shoppers and offers reliable chain dining on-site.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis has an indoor heated pool positioned near the fitness center.
Hyatt’s pool is a downtown indoor facility paired with a very large fitness center—good for staying active during conventions.
The Westin Edina Galleria lists an indoor pool and a hot tub among recreational features.
The Westin provides a standard indoor pool and hot tub with extended hours—useful for shoppers and business guests.
Hyatt pairs an oversized StayFit center and on-site spa services with immediate access to downtown nightlife.
Hyatt is better if fitness facilities and nearby nightlife matter during your trip.
The Westin offers a 24-hour fitness center and quieter evenings focused on mall dining and nearby suburban restaurants.
The Westin is suited to travelers who value a 24-hour gym and calmer suburban evenings; spa options aren’t published.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — extensive exhibit halls, multiple ballrooms, and direct Convention Center skyway access.

The Westin Edina Galleria — connected to Edina Galleria with on-site shopping and free self-parking.

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

The Westin Edina Galleria — free self parking is available on site (supplier listing).
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis—it's on Nicollet Mall with a direct skyway connection and very large meeting/exhibit space.
The Westin Edina Galleria—it's connected to the Edina Galleria mall, so shopping is immediate and on site.
No. Neither property lists beachfront or waterfront access; both are inland hotels (Westin is mall‑connected).
Yes. Both properties welcome families and are not adults-only; Hyatt explicitly lists children 17 and under staying free in a parent's room.
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