The Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is located about 20 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and downtown St. Paul. The airport is the 12th busiest in the United States as of 2010 and serves more than 32 million passengers annually. Patrons of the airport in search of lodging near MSP will find that the airport's surrounding area offers a number of cheap hotels that feature a range of amenities.
The Motel 6 Minneapolis Airport-Mall of America is located less than two miles from MSP. The motel offers wireless Internet access in each room and is just two miles from the Mall of America, the largest mall in the United States as of 2010, where guests can shop at more than 520 stores, dine at one of nearly 20 full-service restaurants and visit such entertainment attractions as Rick Bronson's House of Comedy, the Underwater Adventures Aquarium and the Nickelodeon Universe theme park. Motel rates as of 2010 begin at $44 per night. Motel parking is free for all vehicles. Pets are allowed free of charge.
The Bloomington Travelodge is located four miles from MSP. Amenities at the hotel include a heated indoor pool, complimentary continental breakfast and park-and-fly packages. The hotel is within 15 miles of a number of family attractions that include the Valleyfair Amusement Park, where guests can visit the seven-acre Soak City Water Park, and a variety of thrill ride and entertainment attractions. The hotel is also next door to the Outback Steakhouse and is within walking distance of more dining options at the Mall of America. Hotel rates as of 2010 begin at $52 per night. Hotel parking is free for all vehicles. Pets are not allowed.
The Microtel Inn & Suites Minneapolis/Bloomington is located about four miles from the airport. The hotel offers a fitness center and free continental breakfast and is just 10 miles from downtown Minneapolis, where guests can visit such attractions as the Science Museum of Minnesota, which offers hands-on science exhibits, and the Walker Art Center, which features a large collection of contemporary art. The hotel is also within four miles of a variety of area restaurants that include Eddie Cheng's, which offers guests fare such as Hunan-style bean curd and chicken lo mein. Hotel rates as of 2010 begin at $55 per night. Hotel parking is free for all vehicles. Pets are not allowed.
