
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Best for conventions, groups and families who need lots of meeting space and family amenities.
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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is a large, business-oriented downtown hotel on Nicollet Mall suited to conventions, families and business travelers; read this if you need lots of meeting space, an indoor pool, or family-friendly rooms. W Minneapolis The Foshay is a stylish lifestyle hotel inside the historic Foshay Tower; read this if you want a design-forward stay in a landmark building close to downtown nightlife and theaters.
Updated · about 0.1 miles (0.2 km) apart

Best for conventions, groups and families who need lots of meeting space and family amenities.

Best for travelers who want a design-forward, central stay in a landmark Art Deco tower and easy access to downtown nightlife.
When Hyatt Regency Minneapolis wins: pick Hyatt for conventions, large meetings, families, or when you want a full-service, business-oriented hotel with a 24/7 StayFit center and an indoor heated pool open to all guests.
When W Minneapolis The Foshay wins: choose the W for a boutique-luxury, style-focused stay in a historic tower with prominent downtown location and distinctive bar/restaurant options—good for couples and leisure travelers who prioritize atmosphere over scale.
Bottom line: If you need scale, meeting space, family amenities and an indoor pool, Hyatt is the practical choice; if you want a memorable, design-led downtown stay in a landmark building, the W is the better fit.
| Category | Hyatt Regency Minneapolis | W Minneapolis The Foshay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, business-focused full-service hotel | Stylish lifestyle hotel inside an Art Deco landmark |
| Location | 1300 Nicollet Mall; direct skyway to the Minneapolis Convention Center | 821 Marquette Ave; in the historic Foshay Tower near Nicollet Mall and performance venues |
| Size (rooms) | 644 guest rooms (large convention hotel) | 229 guestrooms |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcome; family-friendly (children stay free 17 & under in parent's room) | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pool | Indoor heated pool on the 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 | Manny's Steakhouse on-site; coffee shop/cafe and 2 bars/lounges |
| Spa & wellness | Spa services via Mend Massage and Mind Body; 24/7 StayFit fitness center | Fitness facilities and fireplace in lobby noted; full spa details Not published |
| Meeting & event space | About 132,000 sq ft of function space including large exhibit hall and multiple ballrooms | Conference space ~3,080 sq ft with 7 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Convention connectivity, large event facilities and family amenities | The historic Foshay Tower setting and W brand style |
| Parking & transit | Valet and covered self-parking (fees); direct skyway access; close to light rail | Valet parking (surcharge); central downtown walkable location; preferred airport MSP |
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis sits on Nicollet Mall with direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center.
Choose Hyatt if you want uncomplicated convention or event access and broad downtown connectivity.
W Minneapolis The Foshay occupies the historic Foshay Tower near Nicollet Mall and downtown theaters.
Choose the W for a landmark, central downtown location with a design-led atmosphere.
Hyatt offers a wide range of rooms and suites to suit families, business travelers and groups.
Hyatt is the practical pick for families and groups who need a variety of room types and accessible features.
W Minneapolis The Foshay offers smaller, style-focused room inventory within a historic tower.
Pick the W for rooms that emphasize design and a landmark setting rather than a large range of convention suites.
Hyatt provides a full-service New American restaurant plus a grab-and-go market and room service.
Hyatt covers practical meal needs for meetings and families with a full dining program.
W Minneapolis The Foshay features Manny’s Steakhouse and two bars/lounges in a boutique setting.
Choose the W if a signature steakhouse and hotel bar scene are priorities for your evenings.
Hyatt offers an indoor heated pool connected to the StayFit center—useful for families and guests who want a swim.
Hyatt is the clear choice if an on-site indoor pool matters to your stay.
W Minneapolis The Foshay focuses on the landmark tower experience rather than large aquatic facilities.
If a hotel pool is important, confirm availability at the W before booking; otherwise choose Hyatt for guaranteed pool access.
Hyatt combines a very large fitness center and partnered spa services with family-oriented facilities.
Hyatt is best if you want a robust fitness facility and on-demand spa services plus family-friendly nightlife access.
W Minneapolis The Foshay leans into nightlife and atmosphere with on-site bars and proximity to downtown entertainment.
Choose the W for evening atmosphere and proximity to downtown nightlife; choose Hyatt for larger wellness facilities.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — roughly 132,000 sq ft of function space and an exhibit hall make it the right pick for big conferences and trade shows.

W Minneapolis The Foshay — housed in the historic Foshay Tower, it’s the choice for travelers seeking a stylish, memorable downtown address.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — indoor heated pool open daily and family-friendly room policies suit kids and parents.

W Minneapolis The Foshay — Manny’s Steakhouse plus two bars/lounges and a lobby fireplace create a strong evening scene.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis — it has extensive meeting and exhibit space and direct skyway access to the Convention Center.
W Minneapolis The Foshay — the hotel is inside the historic Foshay Tower and emphasizes design and a boutique downtown experience.
Yes. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; Hyatt explicitly lists family-friendly policies and children 17 & under stay free in a parent's room.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis has an indoor heated pool on the 6th floor. The supplier listing for W Minneapolis The Foshay does not publish an on-site pool.
Yes. Both list valet parking for a surcharge; Hyatt also references nearby covered self-parking options.
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