Minnesota Hotels

Known as the Land of Ten Thousand Lakes, Minnesota, in the upper Mid Western region of the United States, is revered for its natural splendor. Abundant with forests, parks, and waters, Minnesota facilitates a wide variety of outdoor activities and sports for the adventurous at heart. Minnesota is perhaps best visited in the warm summer months when the weather is comfortable for activities such as hiking, fishing and sightseeing outdoors. There are plenty of great hotels in Minnesota to choose from, though most luxury hotels are concentrated in the more popularly visited cities of Minneapolis and Saint-Paul which come together to form the `twin cities metropolitan area`, which houses a majority of the population in Minnesota. Bloomington is also a well-frequented city in Minnesota. If sightseeing is your top priority, it is a good idea to opt for a hotel that is ideally located close to all major tourist attractions in the cities so as to reduce transportation costs and save time.

Minneapolis, a glistening and lively metropolis, is the largest city in Minnesota. The city is home to several interesting tourist attractions, and is known especially for its vast outdoor parks. Amongst these, the Minnehaha Park to the south-east of Minneapolis is perhaps the most frequented. Featuring the striking Laughing Water Falls and statues of mythical characters, the park is one of the oldest in Minnesota and makes for a fun day-trip. Another captivating park in Minnesota is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden which displays several sculptures as well as plant species in an extensive garden spanning eleven acres. Art lovers will find their haven in Minneapolis, home to several impressive art institutions. Amongst the not-to-miss establishments include the Minneapolis Institute of Arts which showcases a large collection of International art styles and techniques as well as masterpieces by European Artists. The Frederick R Weisman Art Museum in Minneapolis is also worth visiting for those who are passionate about American Art. Shopaholics will want to check out Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis` principal shopping center in the heart of the city. Not only does the shopping centre offer great opportunities for shopping, it also houses some of the most entertaining attractions in the city. These include the Minneapolis Planetarium, and the Crystal Court - a maze of skyways that interconnect the main buildings in downtown Minneapolis. Some of the best hotels in Minnesota can be found in Minneapolis. Fine luxury hotels in Minneapolis include Le Meridien Chambers Minneapolis, The Marquette Hotel Minneapolis and the Graves 601 hotel. Another recommendable five-star hotel in Minneapolis is the W Hotel Minneaplis - The Foshay.

The older counter-part of the twin cities, Saint-Paul is definitely worth visiting. As the capital of the state of Minnesota, Saint-Paul boasts a collection of intriguing attractions. Saint-Paul is especially known for its marvelous architecture dating back to Victorian times. Summit Avenue in downtown Saint-Paul is a popular tourist attraction in the city due its plethora of Victorian Style buildings. In the vicinity is another impressive monument; the Cathedral of Saint Paul. Those travelling with families should venture out to the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory which makes for an informative and fun day-trip. The zoo is home to a range of animal and plant species while the conservatory, a glass domed garden, features quaint little gardens. If you wish to spend a few nights in the city, consider staying at the luxury Saint Paul Hotel, a landmark hotel in Minnesota that is highly regarded for its great service and elegant interior.

Avid Shoppers and those travelling with family should make a trip down to Bloomington, where the Mall of America can be found. Once known to be the world's largest shopping centre, the Mall of America features great buys at some four hundred shops, a collection of fine restaurants, and a film centre as well as the largest indoor theme park in the entire United States; Camp Snoopy. A good place to stay in Bloomington, not far from the mall, is Le Bourget Aero Suites which offers spacious accommodation and great comfort.