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#10 of 55 hotels in Minneapolis
Location
4.8
Cleanliness
4.6
Service
4.6
Value
4.2
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Located next to downtown Minneapolis and nestled in the heart of campus between Coffman Memorial Union and a stone throw from the Gopher's stadium. We are a short 1.5 mi drive to Downtown Minneapolis. Numerous shops and restaurants within a 5-minute walk.
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Property amenities
Electric vehicle charging station
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Paid private parking on-site
Parking
Wifi
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Meeting rooms
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Safe
Telephone
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
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Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
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Languages Spoken
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Graduate Minneapolis earns praise for its strategic location near the university and convenient transit access, with a special nod to the spotless rooms and common areas from cleanliness-conscious travelers. The hotel's unique Minnesota charm and cozy atmosphere are popular, although opinions on decor and value for money are mixed. While the rooms are generally appreciated for their cleanliness and quietness, some guests have called out maintenance and amenity issues. The on-site dining and common areas are well-liked, and the service is often highlighted as friendly, although not without occasional lapses.
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Laura M wrote a review Mar 11
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States3 contributions
Rooms without working HVAC. A freezing lobby without heat. Unacceptable overall. The restaurant also provides poor service. Nice to have a restaurant on site with breakfast but they switched the kitchen over earlier than disclosed and refused to let us order breakfast.
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Julie H wrote a review Jul 2022
Erie, Colorado15 contributions4 helpful votes
Hotel's Favorite
We sort of Forrest Gumped our way into staying here and now it is our our favorite hotel chain. The decor and demeanor is folksy and I understand that the various locations are designed to reflect the esthetic of the local community. We actually stayed at this one in Minneapolis as well as the one in East Lansing, MI. Both were above and beyond. Super friendly staff, the rooms were very nice and with real furniture. Our room in Minneapolis had a bit of an ice hockey theme which was very near and dear to our hockey playing family's hearts. There were even enough towels. This will certainly be the first hotel chain I look for when I am traveling in the future. I'm looking forward to staying at different ones. I hear the one in Nashville is over the top!
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Responded Jul 31, 2022
Hi there! We are so glad you found us as well! Thankyou for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful experience with us! We can't wait to see you on your next visit or at another Graduate Hotel!
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melissarae503 wrote a review Mar 5
Portland, Oregon1 contribution
Beautiful hotel with super kind staff and the room was so comfortable and clean. Best night of sleep in a while, utilized the tub to relax after work event, the mattress was perfect, and sheets felt superior to any hotel I've stayed. I hope to have the opportunity to stay here again! Note: the room has a great desk space as well which is good because there wasn't anywhere to work in the lobby as it full with the University students.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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22CB06 wrote a review Mar 1
Cedar Rapids, Iowa1 contribution
I made a reservation 8 months in advance. I have my reservation emails with the quoted price and they charged me what the room was now vs my quoted reservation. They will not respond to calls or emailed to correct it, so my guess is this is a common practice to overcharge guests. Charged $1,136 vs $1,086 in the reservation. I NOTICED and called and emailed with NO response. Expect to be overcharged!!!
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travelmom97321 wrote a review Mar 1
Albany, Oregon5 contributions7 helpful votes
In town for a swim competition, loved everything about our stay at the Graduate, the ambiance, service, food, drinks, location, lobby full of students studying and playing pool. Rooms were clean, gorgeous, beds very comfortable. Amazing food choices within easy walk. Will definitely return.
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Justin D wrote a review Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights in room 608 for a swimming event next door. We booked months in advance for $1147 because the location was excellent for us. The room and customer service simply sucked and due to full booking they were not able to accommodate a change. The window in this room was broken and literally open the duration of our stay. This resulted in a noisy, cold night until I used one of the towels from the bathroom to fill the gaps. Most hotels I have stayed in have a bible or notepad in the drawer - our room had used chopsticks. Other points of interest in the room were the leftover hair plastered to the shower walls and tub from previous guests, the mystery spatter (which may have been toothpaste or shaving cream or worse) on the bathroom walls and a conveniently burnt out lightbulb. The spatter was a similar color to the fish on the walls so it kind of looked like bubbles, but I was horrified when I wiped some it away and then realized how freaking dirty this place was. After two days our room had still not been cleaned so I found the maid on the 6th floor and specifically asked her to stop by our room while we were out that day to give it a once over. Upon our return that evening our room had not been touched. Check out is at ll am; however, I was awakened by a knock on the door at 8:30 and before I could get to the door, the maid was already in my room and asked me when I was checking out. Are you kidding me! I have traveled all over the world. Stayed in all sorts of places and really just need a safe, comfortable place to lay my head at night. However, at close to $400/night my expectations tend to heighten. I expect the windows to close. This is a bad look for this hotel and a huge disappointment for someone that wanted to stay there for years. In my specific case I don’t believe they met my minimum standards and they most likely put my wife and I in a room that wasn’t even cleaned between guests - just hope we picked the right bed and wish I would have asked for a refund.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Brian S wrote a review Feb 2024
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First time staying at a Graduate Hotel, and would recommend to anyone looking for a safe, clean, inviting and comfortable place to stay. The amenities were top notch. The location was perfect! The hotel has its own parking, but there is also an available parking garage right next door which connects via the 3rd floor.
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Mrs. Borgmann, K wrote a review Feb 2024
Sioux Falls, South Dakota4 contributions3 helpful votes
The room was fine. Just, fine. Nothing special. We did have issues with the sink in the bathroom, it would not turn off. The gentleman who was on duty at night was great. We had to move rooms, but to a smaller one. The bed was comfortable, TONS of pillows, water pressure was ok, not amazing. The outlets in the second room were not working next to the bed, and we were too tired to let anyone know, so we ended up with all our electronics on the floor. I was hoping for more, but this was fine.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: The double rooms are SMALL. If you need more space, do not choose these. This is right down town...
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Patrick G wrote a review Feb 2024
Kansas City, Missouri14 contributions4 helpful votes
Very quiet, comfy bed, close to hospital and good variety of food options. Staff was very kind and helpful. There is a Chik-fil-a on the first floor, so a quick cheap breakfast is close at hand if you need that sort of thing. Don't know if every room has a 'fridge, but ours did and it was nice to have a few cold ones on deck for the end of the day.
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DCG53142 wrote a review Feb 2024
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin15 contributions21 helpful votes
I was attending a Continuing Education program at UM Dental School. Very quiet. Nice bed. Great shower. The Beacon has great food and an amazing Up North Ol' Fashioned. The room decor is a little funky like a north woods cabin but really comfortable.
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$154 - $239 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
radisson minneapolis, minneapolis radisson, radisson university hotel minneapolis
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
The Commons Hotel, University Hotel Minneapolis
LOCATION
United StatesMinnesotaMinneapolisUniversity / Dinkytown
NUMBER OF ROOMS
304
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Frequently Asked Questions about Graduate Minneapolis
Which popular attractions are close to Graduate Minneapolis?
Nearby attractions include University of Minnesota (0.2 miles), Huntington Bank Stadium (0.2 miles), and Williams Arena (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Graduate Minneapolis?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Graduate Minneapolis?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Graduate Minneapolis?
Yes, paid private parking on-site and paid private parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Graduate Minneapolis?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Beacon, Punch Pizza Stadium Village, and Afro Deli & Grill.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Graduate Minneapolis?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Graduate Minneapolis?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Graduate Minneapolis?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Graduate Minneapolis offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Graduate Minneapolis?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Peavey Plaza (2.2 miles), Longfellow House (4.1 miles), and Ard Godfrey House (1.5 miles).
Is Graduate Minneapolis accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.