Is Hyatt Regency Minneapolis worth it? Pros and cons, honestly
Yes — Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is a solid choice if you want a large, downtown, business-friendly hotel with direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center, an on-site restaurant, and a substantial fitness center and event space. It’s especially convenient for conferences and city attractions, but expect typical city-hotel tradeoffs (parking fees, busy public areas).
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Location and access — downtown convenience
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis sits at 1300 Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis with direct skyway access to the Minneapolis Convention Center and short walks to Orchestra Hall, Loring Park, and several theaters. That makes it easy to reach meetings, concerts, and many downtown restaurants without going outside in bad weather.
The hotel is about a 10–15 minute walk to some transit/light-rail connections; Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is the nearest airport. Public-transit and rideshare options connect the hotel to the wider Twin Cities area.
- Address: 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
- Direct, climate-controlled skyway to Minneapolis Convention Center
- Close to Orchestra Hall, First Avenue, Loring Park, and downtown attractions
| Nearby place | Approx. walk |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis Convention Center | About 5 minutes |
| Orchestra Hall | About 5 minutes |
| IDS Center | About 10 minutes |
Rooms and suites — options for business and families
The hotel offers a range of guest room types and suites to fit solo business travelers, families, and groups. Room types listed by the property include Room, Room, City View, Room, Bathtub, Studio Suite, Executive Suite, Park, Suite, and VIP Suite.
Children 17 and under stay free in a parent's room using existing bedding. If you need accessibility features, the hotel offers ADA-compliant guest rooms and accessible bathrooms.
- Room (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Room, City View (325 sq. ft.; 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Room, Bathtub (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Studio Suite, Executive Suite, Park, Suite, VIP Suite
| Type | Bed options |
|---|---|
| Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Room, City View | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Studio Suite / Executive / VIP | 1 King Bed (varies by suite) |
Facilities that matter — pool, gym, spa
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis has a single indoor heated pool on the 6th floor that’s open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; towels and poolside seating are provided for registered guests. There is no lifeguard on duty, so children must be accompanied by an adult.
The StayFit fitness center on the 6th floor is open 24/7 and is complimentary for guests; it includes Life Fitness cardio and strength equipment, free weights, a basketball court, boxing equipment, and a yoga/virtual group fitness room. Spa services (Mend Massage and Mind Body) are available by reservation inside the fitness area.
- Indoor heated pool — 6th floor, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; no lifeguard
- StayFit fitness center — 24/7, complimentary for guests
- Spa services by reservation (deep-tissue massage, facials)
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool | 6th floor, open 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; children must be supervised |
| StayFit gym | 32,000 sq. ft., open 24/7; cardio, weights, basketball |
| Spa (Mend Massage and Mind Body) | Services by reservation inside StayFit |
Dining — on-site and grab-and-go
The hotel operates Prairie Kitchen and Bar, which serves seasonally inspired New American dishes and runs scheduled service times for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; it also has a bar and patio overlooking a stone fireplace and Nicollet Mall. MPLS Market is the lobby-level grab-and-go cafe offering Starbucks and snacks.
Room delivery (MPLS Express) offers a limited selection of chef-made items 24 hours. The hotel’s dining options suit business travelers and families but meals are not included with the room rate.
- Prairie Kitchen and Bar — breakfast, lunch, dinner; bar open later
- MPLS Market — Starbucks beverages and grab-and-go items (6:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m.)
- MPLS Express — limited room delivery available 24 hours
| On-site option | Hours (published) |
|---|---|
| Prairie Kitchen and Bar | Breakfast 6:30–11:00 AM; Lunch 11:00 AM–4:00 PM; Dinner 4:00–10:00 PM |
| MPLS Market | 6:30 AM–10:00 PM |
| MPLS Express (room delivery) | 24 hours (limited menu) |
Business and events — large meeting footprint
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis is built for large meetings and events, offering roughly 130,000+ sq. ft. of function space including a 30,000 sq. ft. Exhibit Hall and multiple ballrooms like the Nicollet Grand Ballroom and Northstar Ballroom. The property lists capacities that make it suitable for conventions, weddings, and large corporate functions.
If you’re attending a conference at the Minneapolis Convention Center, the hotel’s direct skyway connection and large meeting inventory are major conveniences. Smaller boardrooms and breakout rooms are available for private meetings.
- Exhibit Hall — 30,000 sq. ft.
- Nicollet Grand Ballroom — 13,365 sq. ft.
- Northstar Ballroom and multiple divisible ballrooms for weddings and galas
| Event space | Notable capacity or size |
|---|---|
| Exhibit Hall | 30,000 sq. ft. (large shows / 2,000+ banquet possible) |
| Nicollet Grand Ballroom | 13,365 sq. ft. |
| Northstar Ballroom | ~10,620 sq. ft. |
Practical considerations — parking, policies, and accessibility
Valet parking and covered self-parking (via a nearby ramp) are available for a fee; third-party listings report typical downtown rates and vary by source. The hotel provides an electric vehicle charging station and accessible parking spaces.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. The minimum age to check in (main guest) is 18. The hotel provides complimentary Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas and offers mobile/digital check-in features via the World of Hyatt app for some functions.
- Check-in: 3:00 PM; Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum age to check in: 18 years
- Valet and covered self-parking available (fee applies), EV charging on site
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout property
| Policy / service | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | 3:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Minimum check-in age | 18 |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary in rooms and public areas |
