West Side Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul


Stay near popular West Side attractions
Things to do

Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in West Side

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Great hotel affordable and staff very friendly."
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
"Liked the room. It’s smaller in person but really clean. The restaurant was really good, staff was nice, parking garage was pretty cheap and it’s close to everything."
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
"Loved the mobile check-in and check-out! Never had to go to the front desk. Just downloaded my key and went straight to the room. They also offer two different times for late check-out, which is PRIME for being close to the mall! Can’t wait to go back!"
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
"Friendly staff and clean room but you have to pay your parking and internet is slow."
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

Delta Hotels by Marriott Minneapolis Northeast
Where to stay in West Side

Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like U.S. Bank Stadium and Nicollet Mall, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

Downtown St. Paul
Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Fitzgerald Theater.

South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Parkway Theater or Lake Nokomis, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.

Downtown West
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.

East Bloomington
While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.





















