The 7 Best Hotels Near Mall of America for Unwinding After a Day of Shopping

One of the key parts of any vacation is shopping. But what about a vacation focused on shopping? When you go to visit the Mall of America, that’s exactly what you’ll get!

Mall of America has partnered with dozens of hotels in the area, but while it’s nice to have all these options to choose from, it can make it difficult to really figure out which hotel is the best for you.

I’ve put together a guide to the 7 best hotels near Mall of America to help make your selection process easier.

Our Top Picks

Hotels Connected to Mall of America

1. JW Marriott Mall of America

The JW Marriott MOA is one of only two hotels connected to Mall of America. Located on the north side of the mall, this JW Marriott MOA luxury hotel has everything you could possibly want in your stay.

The accommodations are breathtaking, boasting of many rooms that include floor-to-ceiling window views, and after you’re done exploring the many stores in the Mall of America, you can come back to the hotel and unwind by taking a soothing dip in their heated pool or grabbing dinner in the Cedar + Stone restaurant on the JW Marriott MOA premises.

The JW Marriott Mall of America is connected to Mall of America, but that’s not the only reason to look into staying at this gorgeous hotel – they also offer dry cleaning services and wake-up calls if you need a little extra boost behind your alarm in the morning!

2. Radisson Blu Hotel Mall of America

This next pick for my list of the best hotels near Mall of America cannot be beaten in terms of convenience.

The stunning Raddison Blu Hotel Mall of America not only offers a complimentary airport shuttle service and access to the nearby Light Rail for those who would like to explore other areas of the city, but it also is one of the two hotels connected to Mall of America itself! No Ubers needed here; you can simply head up to the skywalk and head straight into the mall. When staying at the Raddison Blu Hotel MOA, you won’t have to worry about transportation, that’s for sure.

The Raddison offers access to a fitness center as well as an indoor saltwater pool, spa services, and free Wifi. If you do happen to bring a car along, you can also take advantage of their valet services.

Hotels Near Mall of America – Walking Distance

The following are hotels near Mall of America and require a short walk to achieve shopping bliss.

3. Element Bloomington Mall of America

An offshoot of Marriott, the Element Bloomington Mall of America prides itself on being an eco-friendly hotel, so if you’re looking to go green, this is the hotel for you. Here you will be able to take advantage of a complimentary breakfast, as well as an indoor pool and hot tub, a fitness center, and room offerings that include kitchenettes or kitchens if you prefer to prep your own meals before a day full of shopping.

This hotel is located less than a mile from the mall itself, and while you won’t find a free shuttle system here, you can rent bikes instead to make the journey if you don’t have a car with you!

Pets are allowed to stay at Element, but they can’t be heavier than forty pounds, so keep that in mind before you bring your pets along! While this hotel doesn’t offer a coupon book with your stay, its rates are somewhat lower than Omni, and the free breakfast will save you a bit of extra cash, too.

4. Park Plaza Minneapolis Mall of America

Technically, this one also falls under the Raddison umbrella, but it’s not quite the same. While Park Plaza Minneapolis Mall of America isn’t directly connected to MOA, it’s pretty darn close. Located just across from the mall, it’s just a short walk or drive away to get to your shopping destination. The hotel offers free shuttles to the airport if needed, which makes for a smooth entrance and exit if you have airport anxiety like me!

Park Plaza is the best of all worlds, meeting in the middle of most of the other best hotels near Mall of America in terms of amenities and location: it’s not the closest, but neither is it the furthest. It doesn’t offer kitchens in its rooms, but it does provide free breakfast and coffee. There’s free Wifi, not one but two hot tubs and indoor pools, and access to a fitness center. The help desk is open 24 hours a day, so you don’t need to worry about needing assistance and not being able to access it.

All in all, if you’re looking for a compromise between all the previously listed hotels, Park Plaza is a great pick for you. There’s very little it lacks in the way of amenities.

5. Cambria Hotel Bloomington Mall of America – Airport

While the Cambria Hotel Bloomington Mall of America has “Airport” in its title, that’s a bit misleading. It’s not actually located on airport grounds, but instead can be found less than a mile away from the Mall of America. However, the hotel does offer a free shuttle to the airport, so you’re not completely out of luck there! They also offer free shuttles to the mall itself; however, both of these shuttle systems require reservations, so be sure to make those arrangements as soon as you can. You don’t want to arrive and end up stuck without the transportation you planned on!

The Cambria Hotel Bloomington Mall of America is another one of these hotels located close to the light rail, which makes exploring beyond the Mall an easy feat to accomplish. While you won’t find a free breakfast here, Cambria does have a restaurant and bar on-site. They also have an indoor pool, free Wi-Fi (so long as you’re in a room), and access to a fitness center. So in addition to all the classic amenities, you’ll be able to rest easy in the knowledge that your transportation will be handled during your stay!

6. Hyatt Regency Bloomington – Minneapolis

Only five minutes away from the Mall and offering access to Bloomington’s Light Rail, Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis makes for a convenient location to lay your head before a full day of shopping.

While you’ll have to pay 10 dollars a day to park here, you can still take advantage of the free Wifi, the indoor swimming pool (which is heated, by the way!), and dining options located inside the hotel. No wonder this made my list of best hotels near the Mall of America! No free breakfast here, but you can still take advantage of the to-go options offered by the market in the hotel if you don’t have time to sit and eat.

Hotels Near Mall of America – Short Drive

The following are hotels near Mall of America and require a short drive to get to the mall.

7. Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

While the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel isn’t exactly right next door to the Mall of America, this luxury hotel is located not far from the mall, a bit more than eight miles away, to be exact. Still, if you’re not opposed to renting a car or making use of an Uber (or want to take advantage of the hotel’s shuttle service!), this hotel is a great choice for families and sports fanatics alike. It’s adjacent to the Minnesota Vikings practice facility, TCO Stadium, and the Vikings Museum, which serve as the home base for the Minnesota Vikings.

At Omni Viking Lakes, you’ll have access to free parking, Wi-Fi access, a fitness center, and even a full-service spa. While you won’t find complimentary breakfast here, there are three dining options in the hotel as well as a coffee bar. And if you splurge and book the Mall of America package, you’ll have access to the hotel’s free shuttle service, tickets to the Vikings Museum next door, and a Mall of America coupon book!

8. Great Wolf Lodge

Want to make it a seriously fun family vacation? Great Wolf Lodge is open all year long and is one of the most popular indoor water parks in the world. Located less than a mile from the Mall of America, you can combine all the shopping and waterpark fun you can handle!