Hilton MinneapolisvsNicollet Island Inn
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Nicollet Island Inn ranks slightly better than Hilton Minneapolis. Nicollet Island Inn scores 79 with positive reviews from 6 reviews such as Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Hilton Minneapolis
1001 Marquette Ave South, Minneapolis, MN 55403
From $84/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"Two blocks from the Minneapolis Convention Center and linked by skywalk to Orchestra Hall across the street, this is a classic large-scale, self-contained habitat by Hilton, with a prime...location." Full review
Rough Guide
"Elegant downtown spot with a great gym and pool. Weekend rates are considerably less."
Gayot
"Among the largest hotels in the Twin Cities... it is also a class act that serves as a frequent home base for visiting filmmakers. Located on the south side of downtown, it takes up its own block."
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For a treat, ride the express elevators to the 25th floor for an excellent view of the Nicollet Mall and points farther west.
Nicollet Island Inn
95 Merriam Street, Nicollet Island, Minneapolis, MN 55401
From $170/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Fodor's
"This charming 1893 limestone inn is on Nicollet Island in the middle of the Mississippi River, with downtown Minneapolis on one shore and the Riverplace and St. Anthony Main on the other." Full review
Frommer's
"Just across from the Mississippi River, this lovely inn was once an 1893 window-shade and blind company." Full review
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Ask about weekend B&B packages.
Travel + Leisure
"Visitors return to the 24-room Nicollet Island Inn year after year for its romantic setting on a miniature island in the middle of the Mississippi." Full review
Rough Guide
"Pricey, mid-river establishment with the edge on other downtown hotels because of its delightful location and excellent restaurant."
Michelin Guide
"Located on a small island 2mi from downtown Minneapolis, this elegant guesthouse was built of locally quarried limestone in 1893."
Not For Tourists
"Historic factory building turned inn. Fantastic Sunday brunch."