Hotel in Minneapolis, United States
W Minneapolis - The Foshay
150ptsHistoric Art Deco address, W brand delivery.
About W Minneapolis - The Foshay
W Minneapolis - The Foshay puts you inside one of the city's few genuinely historic Art Deco buildings, which gives it an edge over newer downtown hotels. Suites are worth the upgrade here given the tower's geometry and upper-floor views. Booking is easy outside major event weekends, making it a practical and characterful downtown base.
Quick Take: W Minneapolis - The Foshay
The Foshay Tower is one of Minneapolis's few genuinely historic buildings worth staying inside — a 1929 Art Deco skyscraper that the W brand converted into a hotel. For first-timers, the building alone does a lot of work: the architecture is the experience in a way that newer downtown hotels simply cannot replicate. That said, the W flag means you're getting a specific product — design-forward, nightlife-adjacent, service that's more style than substance , so calibrate expectations accordingly.
If you're deciding between a standard room and a suite here, the suite-level upgrade carries more weight than it would at a typical W property. In most W hotels, suites are just larger versions of the same room type. At the Foshay, suites occupy the upper floors of a tapered Art Deco tower, which means the geometry of the building changes the room itself , you're getting angular layouts, better natural light, and views that read differently from the 30th floor than from the 15th. For a one- or two-night stay where the hotel is part of the experience rather than just a place to sleep, the suite delta is likely worth it. For a week-long work trip, book a standard and put the savings toward dinner.
The location at 821 S Marquette Ave puts you in the heart of the downtown core, walkable to the Minneapolis Convention Center, Target Center, and the Nicollet Mall dining strip. It's a practical base if you're here for business, a sports event, or a long weekend. The skyway system connects directly, which matters more than most visitors expect once a Minnesota winter sets in.
Booking here is direct , availability is generally accessible outside convention weekends and major events at nearby arenas. If your dates overlap with a Vikings or Timberwolves home game, book further out. Otherwise, last-minute rates are often available and sometimes better than advance pricing.
Reservations: Book direct or via major platforms; easy availability outside event weekends. Dress: Smart casual; the bar scene skews dressed-up after 9 PM. Budget: Rates vary significantly by season and event calendar , compare against Hotel Ivy and Hewing Hotel before committing. Parking: Valet available; public ramps are cheaper if you're staying multiple nights.
For broader context on where this fits in the Minneapolis hotel market, see our full Minneapolis hotels guide. If dining is a priority on this trip, cross-reference our full Minneapolis restaurants guide before relying solely on the hotel's food and beverage options.
Compare W Minneapolis - The Foshay
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| W Minneapolis - The Foshay | Easy | ||
| Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis | Unknown | ||
| Hotel Ivy, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Minneapolis | Unknown | ||
| Aloft Minneapolis | Unknown | ||
| Alma | Unknown | ||
| Hewing Hotel | Unknown |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the dining at W Minneapolis - The Foshay?
The Foshay's dining sits at the intersection of a hotel bar scene and a destination restaurant, occupying the kind of historic ground-floor space that draws locals as well as guests. The W brand tends to prioritize atmosphere over serious culinary programming, so if food is your main event, Minneapolis has stronger standalone options. Treat the in-house dining as a convenient starting point rather than the reason to book, and plan to eat out at least one night.
How is the pool and spa at W Minneapolis - The Foshay?
The W brand consistently delivers a well-designed wet deck, and the Foshay follows that pattern: expect a small rooftop or upper-floor pool built more for atmosphere than lap swimming. It works well for a quick reset between meetings or an evening wind-down, but it is not a full spa destination. If an extensive spa program is a priority, Four Seasons Minneapolis has the deeper facility.
How is the location of W Minneapolis - The Foshay?
821 S Marquette Ave puts you in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, within walking distance of the Skyway system, Target Field, and the theater district. That is genuinely useful positioning for business travelers and anyone attending events in the core. The building itself — a 1929 Art Deco tower — gives the address a sense of place that most downtown hotels in this city cannot match.
When is the best time to book W Minneapolis - The Foshay?
Minneapolis hotel rates spike during major events at US Bank Stadium and Target Field, plus the IRONMAN race weekend and large convention dates. Book at least three to four weeks out for those windows. Outside of events, the Foshay's downtown location means weekday business rates are often higher than weekend rates, so leisure travelers often find better value booking Friday or Saturday nights.
What is check-in like at W Minneapolis - The Foshay?
The Foshay's lobby is set inside the original 1929 tower, which means the space has real architectural character rather than a generic hotel atrium. W brand check-in leans on staff personality and a livelier atmosphere compared to quieter luxury properties like Hotel Ivy. If you prefer a low-key, formal arrival experience, the energy here skews younger and more social — that is a feature for some guests and a drawback for others.
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- AlmaAlma on University Ave SE is a neighborhood-rooted independent restaurant in Minneapolis that draws locals rather than tourists — a reliable signal of quality-to-price ratio. Booking is easy, transit access via the Green Line is straightforward, and it suits food-focused travelers who want to eat where Minneapolis actually eats rather than where hotels point you.
- Aloft MinneapolisAloft Minneapolis at 900 Washington Ave S is a practical, design-conscious mid-range hotel in the Mill District, within walking distance of the Stone Arch Bridge and Guthrie Theater. It costs less than Hewing Hotel or Hotel Ivy while delivering a more considered aesthetic than a standard chain. Book it if location and price matter more than full-service amenities.
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