World > North America > United States > Minnesota > Hennepin > Hotels in Minneapolis > The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

Minneapolis , 35 South 7th Street (Show on Map)

8.3

Very Good

➔

Please select your travel dates to see rates and availability

Check In

Check Out

1 room2 guests 1 room, 2 guests

We couldn't find available deals from this provider.

Double-check for availability on our partners' websites:

Alternatively, you can change dates or view all Hotels in Minneapolis

Info

Summary of reviewsThe Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is a highly recommended hotel for its prime location in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, making it convenient for guests to access theaters, restaurants, nightlife and major sporting events. The hotel is clean and well-maintained with a parking garage connected to the hotel. The staff is friendly, professional and accommodating, making for a welcoming environment. The dinner options are impressive with Fire Lake receiving particular praise for its wonderful dishes. The rooms are generally spacious, clean and up-to-date with modern, trendy features, although some guests reported issues with their rooms. The hotel is generally clean with modern decor in the rooms and the staff is incredibly friendly and eager to help. The beds are generally comfortable, although some guests found them too hard or too firm. Overall, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown provides a luxurious stay in the city with exceptional facilities and services that make for an outstanding experience.
Show more

Categories

Luxury Hotel

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Hotel for Honeymoon

Family Friendly Hotel

Dog Friendly Hotel

Romantic Hotel

Hotel near Nightlife Spots

Business Hotel

Hotel with Parking

Accessible Hotel

Hotel with Gym

5-Star Hotel

Room Types

Deluxe King Room This room includes a desk and a private bathroom with upscale bath amenities.

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King with Roll-In Shower This room offers handicap-accessible amenities, including an adapted bathroom with safety grab bars.

Premium King Room - Non-Smoking This room includes a desk and a private bathroom with upscale bath amenities. Extras include a bathrobe and slippers.

Business King Suite - Non-Smoking Featuring a separate living room area with a sofa and a coffee table, this spacious suite also offers access to the Business Class Lounge, which offers complimentary breakfast, evening drinks and appetizers. Extras include a bathrobe and slippers. Our Business Class Rooms includes a $20 credit to Wood + Paddle Eatery per person, per day. Please note, the Business Class Lounge is temporarily closed.

Business King Room - Non-Smoking This room includes access to the Business Class Lounge, which offers complimentary breakfast, evening drinks and appetizers. Extras include a bathrobe and slippers. Our Business Class Rooms includes a $20 credit to Wood + Paddle Eatery per person, per day. Please note, the Business Class Lounge is temporarily closed.

King Studio Suite - Non-Smoking The triple room features a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.

One-Bedroom Premium King Suite - Non-Smoking The suite provides a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.

Premium Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking The quadruple room provides a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.

Business Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking This suite features a iPod dock, air conditioning and private entrance. Our Business Class Rooms includes a $20 credit to Wood + Paddle Eatery per person, per day. Please note, the Business Class Lounge is temporarily closed.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking The quadruple room features a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 2 beds.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access/Non-Smoking The quadruple room offers a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 2 beds.

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King with Tub The double room features a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.

Business King Suite - Disability Access/Non-Smoking This double room features a seating area, flat-screen TV and iPod dock. Our Business Class Rooms includes a $20 credit to Wood + Paddle Eatery per person, per day. Please note, the Business Class Lounge is temporarily closed.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Tub - Disability Access/Non-Smoking The quadruple room features a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 2 beds.

About The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

Show Map

Guest Reviews

8.3

Very Good

Location

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is a top pick for those looking for a great location in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. Guests loved the convenience and proximity of the hotel to theaters, restaurants, nightlife and major sporting events. The hotel is within walking distance to everything and even has a great restaurant on premise. The property is clean and well located with a parking garage connected to the hotel, making it super convenient for those with cars. The staff are really nice and always smiling, making for a pleasant stay. Overall, guests highly recommend the Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown for its prime location and excellent staff.

Dinner

Guests at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown have praised the hotel's dinner options with excellent suppers and a lovely restaurant being mentioned. The dinner menu was impressive and there was a nice bar available. The food received particular praise - with guests highlighting the wonderful dishes on offer, particularly at Fire Lake. However, some guests did report issues with reservations for the restaurant and one guest was not entirely pleased with their meal. Additionally, some guests were disappointed with the limited opening hours of the bar and restaurant - particularly on concert nights. Nevertheless, the average cost per person was around $50, making it a great option for a special evening.

Rooms

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown hotel offers a range of room options with updated decor in some rooms. Guests have reported the rooms as clean, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. The location of the hotel is fantastic and the bar is super cool. However, some guests have reported some issues with their rooms, such as no window, odd parts and small bathrooms. In some instances, the room furnishings were ordinary and the carpet was stained. Some guests also reported staff rudeness and room details not matching the advertised view. However, the majority of guests found the rooms to be spacious, clean and up-to-date with modern, trendy features, making the one-bedroom suite worth it. While there were some issues with room service and amenities such as no microwave, overall, visitors found their stay to be enjoyable and comfortable with a friendly and professional staff in a bright and clean hotel.

Beds

Guests at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown have mixed reviews regarding the comfort of the beds. However, many positive notes state that the beds were very comfortable with some describing them as super comfy. Guests also appreciated the quality of the sheets and the quietness of the room.

Some guests did find the beds uncomfortable with complaints that they were too hard or too firm. One guest even likened the bed to sleeping on a board. However, there were also positive reviews that describe the beds as perfect and comfortable.

While some guests noted that the hotel was stingy with providing enough pillows and towels, others found the rooms nice and cozy. Overall, it seems that The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown has generally comfortable beds that provide a good night's rest for most guests.

Cleanliness

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is a great choice if you're looking for a clean and comfortable stay. While some guests noted that there were a few areas that could have been cleaner, overall the hotel was very clean with modern decor in the rooms. The staff was also incredibly friendly and eager to help, making for a welcoming environment. The location is great with the hotel being quiet and easy to access. While there were a few small stains or hairs in some areas, for the most part, the property was clean and smelled fresh. Overall, if you prioritize cleanliness in a hotel, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown is a good choice.

Staff

The staff at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown are undeniably the highlight of the hotel experience. They are described as excellent, professional, friendly and accommodating. Many guests praise the front desk managers for going out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay, including holding luggage before check-in. The waiters and bartender also receive high praise for their great service. Special shoutouts were given to staff members like Dunio and Esther for their exceptional customer service. While some guests may have had negative interactions with the staff, the majority of reviews suggest that the staff are kind, helpful and genuine. Overall, the staff at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown are an asset to the hotel and contribute to a positive guest experience.

Parking

Parking can be a big nuisance when traveling and some guests of The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown did express some concerns. Some found the extra charge for parking to be a bit steep, while others had trouble with their keys not working in the underground parking. However, many others enjoyed the convenience of the connected parking garage and found it to be reasonably priced at only $12 for 24 hours. Some guests were pleasantly surprised to find free parking available, while others appreciated the covered and close proximity of the parking. A few guests did have some complaints about the strange elevator system and the lack of a parking lot, but overall, most guests had positive parking experiences at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown.

5 Star

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown received glowing reviews from its guests with many describing their stay as exceptional and superb. The hotel's facilities and services were constantly praised with many guests commending its overall cleanliness and its prime location in downtown Minneapolis. The hotel staff were described as friendly and attentive with some even going the extra mile to make their guests feel at home. From its beautifully designed lobby, spacious and comfortable rooms, to its high-quality amenities, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown was simply perfect for guests looking for a luxurious stay in the city. Overall, the hotel exudes a perfect and outstanding experience that you won't regret!

No, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown.

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown.

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown has a gym.

More Options