The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

4.5 star property
Travelers fuel up for the day with exceptional breakfast or dinner just a short walk from Target Center in this downtown Minneapolis retreat

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Business Class) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe - The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown (Minneapolis)
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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Business Class) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe - The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown (Minneapolis)
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is centrally located, offering local cuisine at Wood + Paddle Eatery. Amenities include dry cleaning, a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and a 24/7 business center. Target Field and Orpheum Theatre are within walking distance.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Business Class)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Luxury)

  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Roll In Shower)

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility Tub)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility Roll In Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Business Class)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Superior)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Business Class)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Roll in Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Minneapolis neighborhood, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is connected to a shopping center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mill Ruins Park and Minnehaha Park, while Target Center and Orpheum Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Target Field or U.S. Bank Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location. Visit our Minneapolis travel guide
Map
35 S 7th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55402

What's nearby

  • Nicollet Mall
    Nicollet Mall
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Orpheum Theatre
    Orpheum Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Target Field
    Target Field
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Flags Flying by U.S. Bank Stadium
    U.S. Bank Stadium
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Target Center
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Warehouse - Hennepin Station
    5 min walk
  • Fridley Station
    11 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Capital Grille
    3 min walk
  • Tom's Watch Bar
    3 min walk
  • The Oceanaire Seafood Room
    3 min walk
  • wood + paddle
    2 min drive
  • Lyon's Pub
    4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

Luxury hotel near Target Center
Located close to Orpheum Theatre and Target Field, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Wood + Paddle Eatery, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Luggage storage, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, 21 meeting rooms, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 360 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 32 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 5 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Wood + Paddle Eatery

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 21 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • 30,000 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1987
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 32 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Radisson Plaza
Radisson Plaza Hotel
Radisson Plaza Hotel Minneapolis
Radisson Plaza Minneapolis
Minneapolis Radisson
Radisson Minneapolis
Radisson Blu Minneapolis Downtown Hotel
Radisson Blu Minneapolis Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis
Radisson Blu Minneapolis Downtown
Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown Minneapolis
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown Hotel Minneapolis

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 32 per day.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Minneapolis, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Target Center, Orpheum Theatre, and Target Field. Basilica of Saint Mary and U.S. Bank Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Warehouse - Hennepin Station and Nicollet Mall Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1373 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1954 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1954 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff, menu at the restaurant, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and it was the perfect location! Rooms were very clean and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and the front desk people were very kind and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic and I loved the location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness
Fast check out, clean room, easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rainy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and smelled really good! I truly enjoyed our stay. The staff were also awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, worth adding the breakfast it was lovely. Beds comfortable and staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sinthea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and staff were all very friendly. Bed was amazing to sleep in. Hotel was very nice & clean throught the building. Parking was very convenient with an elevator right up to the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff, good location. Spacious room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very clean and convenient hotel in a great location. Parking was simple, check-in/check-out was quick, and I have no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here! The hotel was clean, the staff at the front were super kind, & the bonus of the food voucher for the restaurant was amazing (the food was super good BTW!!) Would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, fantastic restaurant attached, great service, location etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Conveniently located. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed here for one night before our concert. Room was large and clean. Staff was very helpful, would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashiwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming, helpful with any questions asked and over all super friendly. Property was clean as well as the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff was lovely. Thank you to Jack and Katrina.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel we have ever stayed at! The staff, rooms, amenities, food downstairs all AMAAAAAZING. This will be our top choice from now on
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and Zach one of the staff there was very helpful with us checking in!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, great room and comfortable beds; very well situated in the city, close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Meaghan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location, but they did not clean our room when we stayed there for 3 nights, it was disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and the room was very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026