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Paul International Airport (MSP).
This all-suite hotel is designed for both business and leisure travelers, featuring 251 two-room suites with separate living areas, wet bars, and mini-fridges.
Guests are greeted with the hotel’s signature complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, where chefs prepare omelets with local Cedar Summit Farms eggs, and an evening reception offering free drinks and light snacks.
The atrium-style lobby, filled with natural light and tropical plants, creates a resort-like ambiance, while the indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows and a whirlpool provides year-round relaxation.
Business amenities include a 24-hour business center with free printing and a 10,000-square-foot meeting space frequently used for corporate events.
The hotel’s proximity to the Mall of America (a 5-minute drive) makes it ideal for shoppers, with the hotel offering a free shuttle service to the mall and MSP airport.
For dining, Bloomington offers a mix of classic Midwestern comfort food and international flavors.
Mancini’s Char House is a local institution since 1948, famous for its aged steaks and live jazz in the lounge, while Tongue in Cheek serves inventive dishes like duck-fat popcorn in a cozy, art-filled space.
Hola Arepa brings Venezuelan street food to the neighborhood with its namesake cornmeal arepas stuffed with braised beef or black beans.
Budget-friendly spots include The Wienery, a no-frills diner serving foot-long hot dogs with creative toppings, and Carbone’s Pizzeria, where the thin-crust pies are a local obsession.
For craft beer lovers, Lupulin Brewing in nearby Hudson offers bold IPAs and a sunny patio perfect for summer afternoons.
Government and corporate hubs are concentrated in nearby Minneapolis but Bloomington has key facilities.
The Bloomington Civic Plaza houses city offices and a public library with an extensive Minnesota history collection.
Major employers include UnitedHealth Group’s Optum campus, a sprawling complex with walking trails, and Toro’s global headquarters, known for its innovation center showcasing robotic lawn mowers.
The Normandale Lake Office Park attracts tech firms with its lakeside setting and LEED-certified buildings.
Sports facilities cater to both professionals and amateurs.
The Bloomington Ice Garden, a twin-rink complex, hosts Minnesota high school hockey tournaments and public skating sessions.
Tennis enthusiasts can book clay courts at the Bloomington Tennis Center, which also offers cardio tennis classes.
The Hyland Hills Ski Area provides beginner-friendly slopes and a terrain park just 15 minutes from the hotel, while the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge offers 14 miles of hiking trails through wetlands teeming with migratory birds.
Educational institutions add intellectual vibrancy.
Normandale Community College features a renowned Japanese garden and strong STEM programs, while the University of Minnesota’s Research Park in nearby St.
Paul conducts cutting-edge medical research.
The Bloomington Art Center, housed in a converted 1930s schoolhouse, offers pottery classes and exhibitions by regional artists.
History buffs will appreciate the Oliver Kelley Farm, a living history site where interpreters demonstrate 1860s farming techniques.
Historical sites reflect Minnesota’s pioneer and aviation heritage.
The Bloomington Historical Society operates the Pond-Dakota Mission, an 1850s mission school turned museum with Dakota artifacts.
Aviation enthusiasts can’t miss the Air Force Reserve Enlisted Heritage Hall, showcasing uniforms and aircraft models from WWII to present.
For quirky history, the SPAM Museum in nearby Austin (90-minute drive) celebrates the iconic canned meat with interactive exhibits and free samples.
Transportation is convenient with multiple options.
The hotel’s free shuttle covers a 3-mile radius including MSP airport and the Mall of America.
The METRO Blue Line light rail at the Mall of America station provides 30-minute rides to downtown Minneapolis, while ride-shares like Uber cost about $25 to the University of Minnesota campus.
For car rentals, Enterprise has an on-site counter, useful for exploring the Mississippi River Valley.
Budget accommodations nearby include Comfort Inn MSP Airport (basic rooms with free breakfast) and Super 8 by Wyndham Bloomington, a no-frills option with free parking.
Extended-stay alternative Staybridge Suites Bloomington features full kitchens and a grocery delivery service.
Guest reviews (4.3/5 on TripAdvisor) consistently praise the generous suite layouts and attentive staff who remember returning guests’ names.
Families highlight the indoor pool’s warm water and kids-eat-free program, while business travelers appreciate the soundproof meeting rooms and free airport shuttle.
Some critiques mention slow elevator service during peak hours and limited vegan options at breakfast.
Recent 2024 renovations added USB-C charging stations in all suites and touchless check-in kiosks, which tech-savvy guests enjoy.
Seasonal tips: September brings the Bloomington Art Festival at Normandale Lake Park, where the hotel offers picnic basket rentals.
Winter guests can borrow ice cleats from the concierge for exploring frozen Minnehaha Falls.
Insider tip: Ask the front desk for discounted tickets to Water Park of America, connected to the Mall of America via skyway.
Every Thursday summer through fall, the Bloomington Farmers Market at the Civic Plaza sells honey from local apiaries—perfect for stocking suite kitchens.
For a unique souvenir, Northern Brewer in St.
Paul sells craft beer-making kits with Minnesota-grown hops.
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