The Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, just south of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, is one of North America's largest malls. With over 500 stores, an indoor amusement park and hundreds of events each year, the mall is a major tourist attraction, with tourists making up 40 percent of all mall visitors. Hotels are available near the mall, generally located north of the property along Interstate 494.
Located directly north of the Mall of America, this upscale hotel offers guests a luxury experience with an on-site bistro restaurant and bar, an indoor pool and whirlpool, a fitness center, and a central courtyard/gazebo area that is a popular wedding location. Beds have down comforters and duvets in the guest rooms and suites, which also offer room service, in-room fitness gear and in-room coffee. Wireless Internet is also offered for a daily fee.
Minneapolis Airport Marriott
2020 American Boulevard East
Bloomington, MN 55425 USA
952-854-7441
marriott.com
Just across the street south of the Mall of America, this moderately priced hotel is the closest lodging to the mall. A wide range of services and amenities are offered, including two indoor pools, IHOP and TGI Friday's restaurants on-site, and a 24-hour exercise area. Rooms and suite in five sizes are available, all offering free wireless Internet service and in-room microwaves and refrigerators. Although the mall is within walking distance, the hotel offers a free mall shuttle for guests who prefer to save their walking for the mall itself.
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Bloomington at Mall of America
2221 Killebrew Drive
Bloomington, MN 55425
952-854-5555
countryinns.com
Located northwest of the mall near the interstate, this upscale hotel features the largest indoor water park in the United States, making it a popular choice for families. The hotel also has three on-site restaurants, a full-service day spa, a fitness center and a video arcade. Rooms and suites come in numerous sizes and include in-room refrigerators, microwaves, coffee service, free wireless Internet and room service. A free shuttle is offered to the airport and to the Mall of America.
Radisson Hotel Bloomington by Mall of America
1700 East American Boulevard
Bloomington MN 55425
952-854-8700
radisson.com
For travelers on a budget, this property northwest of the mall offers a fair amount of service for reasonable rates. Guests have access to an indoor swimming pool, free continental breakfast and free Internet, as well as microwaves, refrigerators and irons/ironing boards in every guest room. Several restaurants can also be found within walking distance.
Travelodge Bloomington Minnesota
1225 E. 78th St.
Bloomington, MN 55425
952-854-3322
travelodge.com
