Only two hotels are attached to Mall of America: the JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America and the Radisson Blu Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. Book one of them if you want to walk into the mall without stepping outside, which matters in a Minnesota winter. If free breakfast, an airport shuttle, a lower rate or an indoor water park matters more, the better choice sits one skyway, one shuttle ride or about half a mile away.
Updated November 2026. We checked each hotel’s own listing for shuttles, pools, parking and pet rules, and Metro Transit for light-rail times. Hotels change these details, so confirm them before you book.
Quick picks: the best hotels near Mall of America
- Best for walking straight into the mall: JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America (attached, heated indoor pool).
- Best attached hotel with a free airport shuttle: Radisson Blu Mall of America (free MSP shuttle, dog-friendly; pool temporarily closed).
- Best free breakfast within walking distance: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America (skyway, hot breakfast, free parking for overnight guests).
- Best for travelers without a car: Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis (Blue Line stop at the door, free mall and airport shuttles).
- Best for kids: Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota (75,000-square-foot indoor water park for guests).
- Best for bringing two pets: Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington by Mall of America (heated saltwater pool, free shuttles).
Hotels near Mall of America compared
| Hotel | Getting to the mall | Airport shuttle | Pool | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America | Attached, indoor access | None | Heated indoor pool | Self-parking listed at $27/day |
| Radisson Blu Mall of America | Attached by skyway | Free, 5 a.m.–11 p.m. | Temporarily closed | Dogs up to 50 lb allowed |
| Country Inn & Suites, Bloomington at Mall of America | Skyway over Killebrew Drive | Free, 4 a.m.–midnight | Heated indoor pool + whirlpool | Free hot breakfast; free parking for overnight guests |
| Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis | Free hotel shuttle; Blue Line at the door | Free | Heated indoor pool | 303 rooms, including 14 suites |
| Courtyard Bloomington by Mall of America | Free hotel shuttle | Free, on request | Heated indoor saltwater pool | No free breakfast; up to 2 pets |
| Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota | About half a mile away | Ask the hotel | 75,000 sq ft indoor water park | Water park for hotel guests |
Hotels connected to Mall of America
1. JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
The JW Marriott opened on November 23, 2015, as part of the mall’s north-side expansion, and it is attached to the shopping center, so you can go from the lobby to the stores and Nickelodeon Universe without a coat. It is the most upscale hotel on this list, with 342 rooms when it opened, a heated indoor pool, a fitness center and the Cedar + Stone, Urban Table restaurant.
- Address: 2141 Lindau Lane, Bloomington, MN 55425.
- No airport shuttle. The hotel points guests to car services; the Blue Line from the mall’s transit station reaches MSP in about 12 minutes.
- Parking listed in November 2026: $27 a day for self-parking, $37 for valet.
- No pets. Check-in is at 4 p.m. and check-out at noon.
- Official site: JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America.
Best for: couples, business travelers and anyone who wants the shortest indoor walk to the mall.
2. Radisson Blu Mall of America
When it opened on March 15, 2013, the 500-room Radisson Blu was the first hotel attached to the mall, and a skyway still links it directly to the shopping center. It pairs that walk-in convenience with something the JW Marriott does not offer: a free shuttle to and from MSP airport.
- Address: 2100 Killebrew Drive, Bloomington, MN 55425.
- Free MSP airport shuttle every day from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- The indoor pool is temporarily closed for improvements, according to the hotel’s listing in November 2026. If a pool matters to you, check before booking.
- Dogs are welcome: one per room, up to 50 lb, with a $100 pet fee plus a $100 non-refundable deposit.
- Dining: FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar; room service from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Official listing: Radisson Blu Mall of America.
Best for: travelers flying into MSP and guests traveling with a dog.
Steps away: skyway and shuttle hotels
3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America
This suite hotel sits across Killebrew Drive from the mall, and its parking lot connects to a skyway over the street, so most guests simply walk over. It is the value pick of the group: the rate includes a hot breakfast with the hotel’s signature waffles, and parking is free for overnight guests.
- Address: 2221 Killebrew Drive, Bloomington, MN 55425, about three miles from MSP.
- Free MSP airport shuttle from 4 a.m. to midnight.
- Heated indoor pool and an indoor-outdoor whirlpool.
- No pets; service animals are welcome.
- Official listing: Country Inn & Suites, Bloomington at Mall of America.
Best for: families and budget-minded travelers who still want to walk to the mall.
4. Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis
A few blocks from the mall, the Hyatt Regency has the best transit access of the group: the Bloomington Central Station stop on the METRO Blue Line is just outside its front doors. The hotel also runs complimentary shuttles to Mall of America and to the airport, so you can skip the rental car.
- Address: 3200 East 81st Street, Bloomington, MN 55425.
- 303 rooms, including Regency Club rooms and 14 suites.
- Heated indoor pool (6 a.m. to 10 p.m.) and a 24-hour fitness center.
- Dining: Urbana Craeft Kitchen & Market, plus a grab-and-go market serving Starbucks drinks.
- It is one of Mall of America’s preferred hotels. Details: Bloomington visitor bureau listing.
Best for: travelers without a car, and anyone splitting time between the mall and downtown Minneapolis.
5. Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington by Mall of America
On Bloomington Avenue South, the Courtyard offers complimentary shuttles to the mall and to MSP, which is about four miles away (call the hotel to arrange an airport pickup). It has a heated indoor saltwater pool and a Starbucks in the lobby. Breakfast is not included, but Jake’s Kitchen & Bar on site serves breakfast and dinner.
- Address: 7800 Bloomington Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55425.
- Pets welcome: up to two per room, with a $125 non-refundable fee per stay.
- Parking is charged per night: the hotel lists $12 for the surface lot and $22 for the underground garage.
- Official site: Courtyard Bloomington by Mall of America.
Best hotel near Mall of America for kids: Great Wolf Lodge
6. Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota
If your kids care more about water slides than shopping, Great Wolf Lodge is about half a mile from the mall at 1700 American Boulevard East. It opened in December 2017 on the site of the former Water Park of America and has 404 suites plus a 75,000-square-foot indoor water park kept at 84°F, with a wave pool, a lazy river and a raft ride.
- The water park is for hotel guests; Great Wolf sells a limited number of day passes.
- Dry-land extras include a ropes course, mini bowling, an arcade and MagiQuest.
- It is not attached to the mall, so ask the hotel how to get there or plan on a short drive.
- Official site: Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota.
More Mall of America preferred hotels
Mall of America lists a set of preferred hotels with special packages and rates. Besides the JW Marriott, the Radisson Blu, the Hyatt Regency and the Courtyard, the list includes:
- Residence Inn by Marriott Bloomington by Mall of America, 7850 Bloomington Avenue South. Residence Inn is Marriott’s extended-stay brand, a good fit for longer trips.
- Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport Mall of America, 1601 American Boulevard East.
- Park Plaza Minneapolis Mall of America, 2227 Killebrew Drive.
- Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, farther out. The casino runs a free shuttle from the mall’s transit station eight times a day for riders 18 and over.
The same page says more than 50 hotels within about 10 minutes of the mall and the airport offer courtesy shuttles. Before booking any of them, confirm whether the shuttle goes to the mall, the airport or both.
Getting to Mall of America without a car
The Mall of America Transit Station, on the lower level of the East Parking Ramp, is the southern end of the METRO Blue Line and the busiest transit hub in Minnesota. According to Metro Transit:
- MSP airport: about 12 minutes from the Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 stations.
- Downtown Minneapolis: about 39 minutes end to end.
- Frequency: about every 15 minutes most weekday hours, every 15 to 30 minutes in the evening and on weekends.
- Parking: there is no Park & Ride at the mall; Metro Transit points drivers to free parking at the 30th Avenue and Fort Snelling stations.
Rideshare pick-up and drop-off zones include the Radisson Blu and the JW Marriott entrances, according to Mall of America. Heading to a Vikings game as well? See our guide to hotels near U.S. Bank Stadium, which is also on the Blue Line.
What you will find inside the mall
Mall of America is the largest mall in the United States, with about 5.7 million square feet of gross floor area, more than 520 stores at its peak and around 32 million visitors a year. Two attractions shape most family trips: Nickelodeon Universe, the indoor theme park in the center of the mall, and SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, where a 300-foot tunnel passes more than 4,500 sea creatures.
Which hotel should you book?
| If you want… | Book |
|---|---|
| To never step outside | JW Marriott or Radisson Blu |
| An attached hotel with a free airport shuttle | Radisson Blu |
| Free breakfast and free parking | Country Inn & Suites |
| To skip the rental car | Hyatt Regency (Blue Line at the door) |
| A water park for the kids | Great Wolf Lodge |
| To bring a dog | Radisson Blu (one dog up to 50 lb) or Courtyard (up to two pets) |
FAQs about hotels near Mall of America
Which hotels are connected to Mall of America?
Two hotels are attached to Mall of America: the JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America and the Radisson Blu Mall of America. Guests at both can walk into the mall without going outside. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, across Killebrew Drive, has a parking lot that connects to a skyway over the street.
Is there a hotel inside Mall of America?
Not among the stores, but two hotels are built onto the mall: the JW Marriott on the north side and the Radisson Blu, which is linked by a skyway. From either one you can reach the shops, Nickelodeon Universe and SEA LIFE indoors.
Which hotels near Mall of America have a free shuttle?
Radisson Blu Mall of America and Country Inn & Suites run free shuttles to and from MSP airport. Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis offers complimentary shuttles to the mall and the airport, and Courtyard Bloomington by Mall of America lists complimentary mall and airport shuttles. Mall of America says more than 50 hotels within about 10 minutes of the mall and the airport offer courtesy shuttles, so ask yours when you book.
Which hotel near Mall of America has a water park?
Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota, about half a mile from the mall, has a 75,000-square-foot indoor water park. Access is for hotel guests, with a limited number of day passes.
Which hotels near Mall of America include free breakfast?
Of the hotels in this guide, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America includes a free hot breakfast. The Courtyard does not include breakfast. At the two attached hotels, plan on their on-site restaurants unless your rate includes breakfast.
How do I get from MSP airport to Mall of America without a car?
Take the METRO Blue Line light rail. Metro Transit puts the trip at about 12 minutes from the Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 stations, with trains about every 15 minutes most weekday hours and every 15 to 30 minutes in the evening and on weekends.
Is parking free at Mall of America?
Bloomington’s tourism office says parking is generally free around Mall of America. Hotels set their own rates: the JW Marriott lists $27 a day for self-parking, while Country Inn & Suites offers free parking to overnight guests.
Sources
- Mall of America preferred hotels (Nickelodeon Universe)
- Mall of America: getting here
- Metro Transit: Mall of America
- Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau: directions
- JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America and Star Tribune on its opening
- Radisson Blu Mall of America (Choice Hotels) and Hospitality Design on its opening
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America
- Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis (Bloomington CVB)
- Courtyard Bloomington by Mall of America
- Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota (Bloomington CVB) and Water Park of America (Wikipedia)
- Mall of America (Wikipedia)
Featured photo: Mall of America and the JW Marriott by Tyler Vigen, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Other photos are credited in their captions.