What is South Minneapolis like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Minneapolis's South Minneapolis neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Parkway Theater and Lake Nokomis as part of your South Minneapolis travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in South Minneapolis?

Expedia customers rank Snelling Motel the highest for a stay in South Minneapolis.

How many hotels will I find in the South Minneapolis area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Minneapolis, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 261 South Minneapolis hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Minneapolis, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in South Minneapolis.

What are the top things to see and do in South Minneapolis?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Lake Nokomis 50th Street Beach, Lake Harriet Southeast Beach and Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach while you're in South Minneapolis. Parkway Theater and Lake Nokomis are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Hiawatha Golf Course, Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center and The Salt Cave are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Minneapolis. When you're sightseeing in Minneapolis, Hennepin Overland Railway Historical Society and Powderhorn Park are also worth a stop.

How can I get around South Minneapolis and the greater Minneapolis area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at 38th Street Station, 46th Street Station or Lake Street - Midtown Station.

Top 10 South Minneapolis Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for South Minneapolis hotels

Snelling Motel

South Minneapolis

Marie

includes taxes & fees

17 Apr - 18 Apr

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cottage Grove, MN

27.7 km from South Minneapolis

Emily

includes taxes & fees

3 May - 4 May

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

27.2 km from South Minneapolis

Aron

includes taxes & fees

6 May - 7 May

Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis - Maple Grove

22.1 km from South Minneapolis

Amy

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Minneapolis Shakopee

22.2 km from South Minneapolis

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

6.9 km from South Minneapolis

Dorie

includes taxes & fees

3 May - 4 May

Hampton Inn by Hilton Minneapolis/Eagan

11.6 km from South Minneapolis

Kacey

includes taxes & fees

22 Apr - 23 Apr

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham St. Paul-Woodbury

24 km from South Minneapolis

Aklilu

includes taxes & fees

5 May - 6 May

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

7.2 km from South Minneapolis

Sandra

includes taxes & fees

22 Apr - 23 Apr

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Comfort Inn Saint Paul East

24.3 km from South Minneapolis

Kathryn

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eagan - Minneapolis Area by IHG

12.3 km from South Minneapolis

Michael

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

LivINN Hotel Minneapolis South / Burnsville

17.5 km from South Minneapolis

Benjamin

includes taxes & fees

22 Apr - 23 Apr

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, al fresco dining

Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG

12.5 km from South Minneapolis

Katherine

includes taxes & fees

27 Apr - 28 Apr

Delta Hotels by Marriott Minneapolis Northeast

Northeast Minneapolis, 9.6 km from South Minneapolis

Karisa

includes taxes & fees

27 Apr - 28 Apr

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

22.8 km from South Minneapolis

Valerie

includes taxes & fees

28 Apr - 29 Apr

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

13.4 km from South Minneapolis

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

GrandStay Hotel and Conference

22.1 km from South Minneapolis

Robert

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

Celeste of St Paul

13.1 km from South Minneapolis

Trisha

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

LivINN Hotel St. Paul – I-94 – East 3M Area

21.8 km from South Minneapolis

Victoria

includes taxes & fees

21 Apr - 22 Apr

Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport Mall of America

7 km from South Minneapolis

Tim

includes taxes & fees

6 May - 7 May

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Where to stay in South Minneapolis

Find the best South Minneapolis areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Minneapolis

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

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Downtown St. Paul

Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Fitzgerald Theater.

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Downtown West

Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.

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East Bloomington

While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.

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South Loop

While you're in South Loop, take in top sights like Mall of America or Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 28th Avenue Station or Mall of America Station.

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