In Minneapolis, hotels are clustered downtown, around the airport, near the Mall of America or on the Strip—the entertainment corridor along Interstate 494. In St. Paul, most hotels are downtown around the St. Paul RiverCentre. We recommend that you make a reservation in advance: The Twin Cities are always hosting some kind of convention or gathering (even in the winter), and they are also prime summer vacation spots. Most hotels guarantee reservations until 6 pm—if you don't have one, look for a room immediately after 6 pm. Be sure to ask about special rates during conventions or on weekends that may be extended to business travelers.
