West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Stay near popular West Side attractions
Activities
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"The front desk person - Yussuf- was PHENOMENAL! He was attentive, personable, professional. EVERYTHING that is needed in a customer facing position! His attitude exemplifies what is needed and it shows! By far - no comparison- the BEST! at what is asked of him and MORE!"
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
"Great place to stay. Breakfast was wonderful as was the staff. Close to airport."
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"Great place to stay if you are visiting MOA!! Direct access to the mall from the 2nd floor. The front desk staff very nice, courteous and accommodating. The airport shuttle staff (outstanding) 30 minute rotations to the airport (free). The restaurant (Fire Lake) delicious food, drinks, desserts and ..."
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"Amazing property with a great location!"
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Our guide on 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 Target Field, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet, 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.
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.
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.
