The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

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Sonesta Hotels
9 (801 reviews)
35 South 7th Street , Minneapolis , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Inconsistent service
Room cleaning frequency

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Some reviews mentioned noise and issues related to less frequent cleaning.
Service
9.36
Overall positive comments about staff, though some reviews expressed concerns about responsiveness.
Location
9.9
Frequent praise for the hotel's great location near stadiums and good food options.
Room Quality
8.85
Rooms are generally described as clean and comfortable, with some mentions of them being small.
Amenities
8.38
Amenities like the restaurant received praise, but issues with housekeeping were noted.
Value for Money
8.34
Guests felt value could be affected by pricing fluctuations and inconsistent service.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Positive mentions of the restaurant and food options.
Overall Experience
9.36
Most guests had a very good overall experience despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:20

Property Description

Convenient Location

Within walking distance of Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is centrally located in downtown Minneapolis, connected to the city’s skyway system.

Luxurious Amenities

Each room features modern amenities such as a flat-screen cable TV, refrigerator, and coffee maker. Guests can also enjoy an iHome radio, laptop safe, and complimentary Wi-Fi during their stay.

Dining Experience

The on-site Restaurant & Bar offers delicious Midwestern-inspired farm-to-table cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also opt for convenient takeaway breakfast meals.

Book your stay at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown now to experience luxury and convenience in the heart of Minneapolis!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property strictly adheres to their policies. All nonrefundable reservations will not be canceled free of charge.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $100 per stay applies. Please note that a maximum of 2 pets is allowed with no weight limit.
Guests must be 21 year of age or older to check-in.

The property has self-park options. Please contact the property directly for more information.

Nonsmoking hotel, smoking can incur a USD 250 penalty.

The credit card used to make the reservation must also be presented at check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MSP

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 54 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 801 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Milliken • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

Staff at front desk were all superb. Location is great. Bed and bedding was super comfy.

Cons:

Despite setting thermometer in room at 66 it never got cooler than 72 and it felt more like 80. Too hot for us.
Bartender in restaurant with brown hair in a tight bun was super rude not once but multiple times. Posted hours for restaurant stated it was open until 11 on Friday & Saturday but they closed early both nights. Yikes! We had planned to spend time there. Also, mediocre food.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • us
8
Very comfortable rooms and friendly welcoming staff
Pros:

The staff at the front desk really creates a welcoming atmosphere. My king room was spacious, and the temperature remained comfortable throughout the night (not always the case!) The bed was like a cloud, and I loved the Nespresso-like coffee machine.

The restaurant downstairs, Wood + Paddle, served a very good breakfast (not included) and had a stylish, modern atmosphere with excellent staff.

Cons:

Room-wise, the hotel only offers housekeeping every 3 days (you can ask for more frequent, but I missed the deadline each day...). My only need was coffee and creamers, so I sought out one of the very kind housekeeping staff.

IMO the lobby needs a do-over. It clashes with the "royal" theme going on elsewhere in the hotel. Look, lobbies aren't the most important part of the stay, but it impressed me - not in a good way. Here's my memory/impression after returning home: it's large, white, with an absurdly large white table in the middle of the room surrounded by cherry red chairs. Behind the absurd table is a HUGE flatscreen so bright and disorienting that I was never quite able to actually look at it without getting dizzy to see what was being displayed. All in all, it just lacked coziness and room to rest and connect with people.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • de
9
Top Hotel mit sehr gutem Service
Pros:

Sehr schönes und komfortables Hotel. Gute Parkmöglichkeiten im Umfeld. Super gute Erreichbarkeit von Downtown und Topics

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
9
Pros:

I loved the location. Set up with easy access to restaurants and shopping nearby. The hotel has a very cool vibe as soon as you enter. Loved that the elevators required a key card for security.

Cons:

Need an exhaust fan in the bathroom.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Holcomb • extended_group • us
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • us
10
Clean, comfortable and friendly staff!
Pros:

Very clean and friendly staff. Accommodating and knowledgeable. Thank you for the wonderful stay!

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • couple • us
7
Pros:

We were able to walk to the Twins game. We had a pretty late check in and staff were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

Nothing I didn’t like about the property, but there were drunk people on our floor in the middle of the night screaming and being disruptive.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Marlene • solo_traveller • us
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Closeness to Target field

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great price. Very clean. Walking distance to venues. Friendly staff and would stay again.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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peter • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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799alixp • Business
10
So Glad I Chose The Royal Sonesta
Pros:

This was my first trip to Minneapolis, and I debated quite a bit on where to stay, but I’m so glad I chose The Royal Sonesta. The room and city views have been great, but what has really made the experience stand out is the hospitality.

Zac and Muhamed at The Royal Sonesta have been incredibly welcoming, kind, and genuinely helpful throughout my stay. It’s rare to come across people who make you feel so taken care of anymore, and they truly made a lasting impression.

I also have to mention Brandon at Wood + Paddle, who has been just as welcoming and lovely. Plus, he makes a great French 75! Experiences like these have really made my first trip to Minneapolis memorable. I would highly recommend anyone to stay here. I’ll be back for sure.

2026-05-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Vanderpool • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Room was nice and clean

Cons:

Parking was terrible, hvac in room was not operating as is should, room was to hot , refrigerator didnt work. Definitely didn't feel 400 plus dollers for a night was worth it.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Keisha • couple • us
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • us
9
Great location for a short stay.
Pros:

close to nice restraunts

Cons:

parking expensive

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Lorenzo • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Foryah • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Claude • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Dmytro • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

I stayed at the hotel together with my wife from May 7 to May 8, 2026.
The hotel is very conveniently located in downtown Minneapolis — it is pleasant and easy to walk from there either to the Mississippi Riverfront and Stone Arch Bridge, or to the Basilica of Saint Mary and nearby parks.
Inside, there is a very cozy and comfortable restaurant. At the front desk, you are welcomed by an extremely polite, attentive, and friendly staff. At the same time, they are never intrusive, which creates an especially pleasant atmosphere. I honestly do not know where they train their employees, but once you are in their care, you simply melt because of the level of service and communication they provide.
I would especially like to thank Jason, who welcomed us at the reception desk during check-in. After exchanging just a few words with us, he immediately understood exactly what we needed. He explained where everything was located, suggested the best ways to get around the city, and even provided us with a map, which helped us a lot while exploring Minneapolis.
Thank you, Jason! Thanks to you, my wife and I truly had a wonderful time in Minneapolis.
In short about the hotel: clean and spacious rooms, excellent beds, and very convenient parking.

Cons:

Nothing — everything was excellent.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • couple • us
8
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Staff was excellent. Room was nice and clean. Shower was great. It was quiet , except for the noise from the street.

Cons:

Bedding was too warm. Room was too warm.No free breakfast. We picked the location, but the area has a lot of cops and some crazies.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee