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GrandStay Hotel and Conference

3.0 star property
Central hotel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Apple Valley

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Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen) | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Lobby
1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Room amenity
GrandStay Hotel and Conference greets guests with a warm welcome and continental breakfast. Enjoy the indoor pool after meetings, mini golf for fun, and the spa tub for relaxation. Unwind by the lobby fireplace. Free WiFi and dry cleaning services complete the practical amenities.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds (1 Bedroom)

Room amenity

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds (1 Bedroom)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom (King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed (Whirlpool)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (ADA)

1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (ADA)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Queen)

Room amenity

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Queen)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Room amenity

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7083 153rd St W, Apple Valley, MN, 55124

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Minnesota Zoo - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Twin Cities Premium Outlets - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Nickelodeon Universe - 13 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Mall of America - 14 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 23 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews - ‬12 min walk

About this property

GrandStay Hotel and Conference

Hotel connected to the convention center
Consider a stay at GrandStay Hotel and Conference and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and mini golf. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • A computer station, free newspapers, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 78 rooms include comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the spacious rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and sofa beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Mini golf
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5,005 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

Property is also known as

GrandStay Hotel Conference
GrandStay Apple Valley
Grandstay And Conference
GrandStay Hotel Apple Valley
Grandstay Hotel And Conference Apple Valley
GrandStay Hotel and Conference Hotel
GrandStay Hotel and Conference Apple Valley
GrandStay Hotel and Conference Hotel Apple Valley

Frequently asked questions

Does GrandStay Hotel and Conference have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is GrandStay Hotel and Conference pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at GrandStay Hotel and Conference?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at GrandStay Hotel and Conference?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

What time is check-out at GrandStay Hotel and Conference?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is GrandStay Hotel and Conference located?

Located in the heart of Apple Valley, this hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Crystal Lake Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crystal Lake Golf Club and M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital. Bowlero Lakeville and Buck Hill are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

GrandStay Hotel and Conference Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Passang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and aptly priced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant on the property that was very good. Room was very clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to find. Restaurant had amazing food. Hot tub was not very warm
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, spacious and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed it really quiet close to other things fabulous time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Donald

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I like how close it is to a great coffee shop (Dunn Brothers coffee).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice person at the desk upon arrival. He did spoke a tad fast, but he meant well. Nice dude.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient as always. Rooms are well equipped with plenty of space. Disappointed that room service is only once a week.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Buu Nghi

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near Cub and Target (walking distance)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice convenient hotel. Great amenities
Bedroom with door
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was exceptionally kind and courteous to us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Suzette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location close to many restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room was great and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet, restaurant attached
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and location. Came home so familiar with the area and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet Nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my go to hotel for south of the river. The staff is always helpful, the rooms always clean and I like the full size frig and kitchen to hold my city groceries before the long drive home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great space

Such a nice space for a very reasonable price. Very nice breakfast in the morning, and the coffee was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything was amazing and staff was very helpful.

Everything was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mindy

Liked: Staff & service
This property was very disappointing. It was like an air b&b but cheap
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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