€74.17 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in 6 Jul 2013 Check-out 7 Jul 2013

The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

4 stars
225 South 3rd Avenue, 225 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
39 reviews
Art A Whirl Weekend

Came to enjoy the Art A Whirl weekend in Northeast Mpls. Check-in and out was fast and friendly.... See full review

  • Aennie
  • 20 May 2013
Big Ten Getaway

I really enjoyed my stay here. My room and the staff were excellent. I thought the drinks were... See full review

  • MSU Diving Mom
  • 26 Feb 2013
Historic elegance meets modern convenience

The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel was originally built as a railway station, which dates back to the early 1900s. Now lovingly restored and fitted with modern amenities expected of an upscale hotel, the old-world charm is retained within the modern features. The property offers a unique venue for weddings, special events and corporate meetings. A seasonal ice-skating rink and indoor water park provide great entertainment for guests. Charley's Grill offers savory cuisine – a taste of classic Mid-Western fare and deserts as well as room service. For a more intimate snack or drink, the Stone Arch Bar offers a glimpse into the urban style of the steam-train age. The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel is smoke-free.

3 Reasons To Stay
  • Historical charm – originally a turn-of-the-century railway station

  • Located in the Riverfront and Mill district of downtown Minneapolis

  • Features an enclosed seasonal ice-rink and award-winning water park

The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel Rooms

Designed to give a modern twist to the building's historic past, rooms in the Depot Renaissance Hotel are lavishly comfortable with either modern or historic styling. Suites are located in the historic surroundings of the old railway station, artfully furnished with period pieces, and feature 12-foot ceilings. Combined with oversized windows and stunning views of the Minneapolis skyline, rooms feel bright and spacious. A connectivity panel allows guest computers to be displayed on the 32-inch flat screen TV. High-speed Internet access is available throughout the hotel.

Things To Do
  • Minneapolis City Center (Across the street)

  • Guthrie Theater (0.5 mi/0.8 km)

  • Target Center (0.7 mi/1.1 km)

  • Metrodome (0.8 mi/1.3 km)

  • Convention Center (1 mi/1.6 km)

  • Twins Stadium Target Field (1.6 mi/2.6 km)

  • University of Minnesota (2.2 mi/3.5 km)

  • Minnesota State Fair (7.3 mi/11.8 km)

Amenities

  • High speed internet
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Pets allowed
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Health club
Exercise gym
Jacuzzi
Children's activities
Game room
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Vending machines
Services
24 hour front desk
Business centre
Maid service
Laundry service
Express check in
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Barber shop
Barber/Beauty shop
FAX
Video checkout
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Drugstore
Florist
Internet
High speed internet
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Room
Cable or sat. TV
Radio
Cordless phone
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Turndown service
Cribs available
In room movies
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Shower
Iron
Ironing board
Bath tub
Wet bar

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Reviewer score 4.3 out of 5

Hotel Map

44.9802 -93.2639
Area served
Minneapolis
Nearby airports
Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport, (MSP), 8.00, MI, N;
Area description
City Center, Location Type: City

Nearby points of interest

  • Mill City Museum: 0.5 km
  • Stone Arch Bridge: 0.6 km
  • Guthrie Theater: 0.7 km
  • Foshay Tower: 0.8 km
  • Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome: 0.8 km
  • Target Center: 1 km
  • Orpheum Theatre: 1.1 km
  • Target Field: 1.2 km
  • Peavey Plaza: 1.2 km
  • Minneapolis Convention Center: 1.3 km
  • Basilica of St. Mary: 1.9 km
  • Weisman Art Museum: 2.2 km
  • Minneapolis Sculpture Garden: 2.3 km
  • Children's Theatre Company: 2.5 km
  • Minneapolis Institute of Arts: 2.5 km
  • Mill City Museum: 0.5 km
  • Stone Arch Bridge: 0.6 km
  • Guthrie Theater: 0.7 km
  • Foshay Tower: 0.8 km
  • Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome: 0.8 km
  • Target Center: 1 km
  • Orpheum Theatre: 1.1 km
  • Target Field: 1.2 km
  • Peavey Plaza: 1.2 km
  • Minneapolis Convention Center: 1.3 km
  • Basilica of St. Mary: 1.9 km
  • Weisman Art Museum: 2.2 km
  • Minneapolis Sculpture Garden: 2.3 km
  • Children's Theatre Company: 2.5 km
  • Minneapolis Institute of Arts: 2.5 km
  • University of Minnesota: 2.7 km
  • American Swedish Institute: 2.7 km
  • Lake of the Isles: 4 km
  • Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden: 4.9 km
  • Lakewood Cemetery: 6 km
  • The Bakken Museum: 6.4 km
  • Riverview Theater: 6.4 km
  • Lake Harriet Rose Garden: 6.5 km
  • Lake Harriet Band Shell: 6.7 km
  • Lake Harriet: 7.2 km
  • Minnehaha Park: 8.1 km
  • The Museum of Russian Art: 8.5 km

Dining

Charley's Grill
Casual dining serving Midwest Cuisine
Stone Arch Bar
Friendly atmosphere and a library of liquors serving signature wine & beer flights

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (39)

Ratings and reviews for The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Overall score

3.9 / 5
39 out of 39
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.1
Value:
4

85% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
rdsnkrs
new york city
21 May 2013

good rooms, a touchy pricey compared to similar hotels

very clean, comfortable hotel in downtown MPLS. I stay here only when prices are competitive (>$200/night), other times I'll stay at the W, etc since they are all comparable. When priced right, it's my 1st choice. It is walking distance to business areas and Target field, but not much else

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Aennie
Outstate Minnesota
20 May 2013

Art A Whirl Weekend

Came to enjoy the Art A Whirl weekend in Northeast Mpls. Check-in and out was fast and friendly. Desk staff were very helpful and accommodating, even offering to look up information to better help us plan our weekend. Outstanding hotel and staff! Made for a delightful weekend get away. Thank you!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Loved having the Dunn Bros coffee house just steps outside the hotel! Especially on a rainy Saturday morning- the perfect way to start the day!

Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Eleizabeth Traveler
Business
Denver, CO
14 Apr 2013

The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Great - Tony is a great bartender! great hotel good location and freindly staff

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Holiday purpose:

Business

Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

4
deppa
Hartland, WI, USA
7 Apr 2013

Excellent Choice

We were delighted at the location. Friendly staff and food way above average at Charley's confirmed our decision the book the DEPOT. Good fun to share Waterpark with many families.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

5
MSU Diving Mom
Comstock Park, MI
26 Feb 2013

Big Ten Getaway

I really enjoyed my stay here. My room and the staff were excellent. I thought the drinks were rather pricey in the bar, so I didn't take advantage of the bar in the hotel once I found out the beer prices. But I did have a fridge in my room, so I took advantage of that for water/soda/ and adult beverages. The food was great as well. The breakfast buffet was incredible. Thanks again for a great time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Use the transit and light rail. We did and found the people on it to be extremely helpful.

Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

3
E suge night
Minneapolis
17 Feb 2013

Just OK

The hotel is in a great spot and has a car service that will take you anywhere in downtown for $10, although the driver gave us a phone number to get back to the hotel, but never answered the phone. Beware, they have a waterpark on site so it family central. We were trying to have a relaxing night out, but paperthin walls and screaming children are not plentiful. I would not go back unless with the kids.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Go to Parlor Bar for cocktails and Bar La Grassa for dinner.

Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

4
UMMC Visitor
Business
Jacksonville, FL
5 Jan 2013

Perfect hotel everything you need!

From a great bar and restaurant in house to convenient underground parking for the winter months - this place had it all. Highly recommended!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Holiday purpose:

Business

Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Quaasimoto
Alburnett, Iowa
28 Oct 2012

NFL Game

The hospitality of the staff at the hotel was unbelieveable. They were the extremely friendly. It was refreshing to have such amazing customer service!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

take the tram to Mall of America.

Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Bison09
SPI
14 Sep 2011

Perfect Weekend Hotel

Came to town for a baseball game and needed a downtown hotel. Got a great price here on the room. Must complement the front desk staff, very friendly and inviting!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel

Reviewer score

4
NOT a Twins fan
Cleveland Ohio.
10 Aug 2011

Great Hotel, nice location.

I found this hotel to be very clean and convenient to all parts of Minneapolis. The staff was very nice and things went very smooth. Safe location. My only complaint was the valet service was a bit of a hassle at times. Id self park.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

Walk across the Mississippi River along the foot bridge. Its 2 blocks away. Well worth it.

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