Wake up rested for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) by taking advantage of a local hotel's park-and-fly program for extended days of travel. Those who live a considerable distance from MSP may prefer using a hotel's airport shuttle in the morning rather than adding travel time to the one to two hours of checking in for a flight. Many hotels also serve a complimentary continental breakfast to guests starting at an early hour.
Airport shuttles operate between 4:30 a.m. and 1 a.m. for guests of La Quinta Inn near MSP. A complimentary breakfast including waffles and cereal is served and coffeemakers are available in each room. La Quinta's 184 guest rooms have one king, two doubles or a full bed with sofa sleeper. The hotel's program for airport travelers, Stay and Go Parking, provides complimentary parking for the days guests stay at La Quinta and charges an additional fee for days away.
La Quinta Inn
Minneapolis Airport Bloomington
7815 Nicollet Ave. South
Bloomington, MN 55420
952-881-7311
lq.com
Located 5 miles from MSP, the Super 8 has 142 guest rooms and a free airport shuttle service. The motel's Park and Fly program is popular with guests, according to the motel's website, and requires reservations by telephone for a parking space. Grab a free continental breakfast before catching the shuttle or use the Super 8's exercise room for a preflight workout. All guest rooms include recliners and coffeemakers, and whirlpool suites are available.
Super 8 Bloomington/Airport
7800 2nd Ave South
Bloomington, MN 55420
952-888-8800
super8.com
With a bistro, espresso bar and contemporary furnishings, Le Bourget Aero Suites is a stylish alternative to traditional airport hotels and is located 7 miles from the airport. Guests of the hotel's 160 suites can reserve a room through Le Bourget's "Stay Sleep Fly" program, which allows travelers to park up to seven days before additional fees are applied. A complimentary airport shuttle operates 24 hours a day and leaves the hotel hourly. Hotel amenities include an indoor pool, a yoga center and complimentary daily newspapers and wireless Internet access.
Le Bourget Aero Suites
7770 Johnson Ave. South
Bloomington, MN 55435
952-893-9999
lebourgethotel.com
The Ramada's 255 guest rooms are located 2 miles from MSP and include up to 14 days of free parking for guests staying at least one night through their Park-and-Fly package. The Backyard Outdoor Pool and Bar is a relaxing escape for travelers with time to spare in the summer; an indoor pool is available during cold weather months. The Ramada's airport shuttle is complimentary and operates 24 hours a day.
Ramada Mall of America
2300 East American Blvd.
Bloomington, MN 55425
952-854-3411
ramadamoa.com
