- City view
- Swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
Cheapest option at this property with free cancellation for 2 adults, 1 child
Price for:
Free stay for your child
Free cancellation before 16:00 on 24 October 2025 Cancellation Free cancellation before 16:00 on 24 October 2025 You may cancel free of charge until 16:00 one day before arrival. If you cancel after 16:00 one day before arrival, the cancellation fee will be the cost of the first night. If you don't show up, the no-show fee will be the same as the cancellation fee. Prepayment No prepayment needed – pay at the property No prepayment is needed. No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
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About this property
Located in the heart of St. Paul, Minnesota, this hotel is adjacent to the Grand Casino Arena, within walking distance to the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Roy Wilkins Auditorium. Free WiFi and a flat-screen TV are included in every room at Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown. A microwave and a refrigerator are also provided in each guest room. Guests can enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or relax in the on-site hot tub. A complimentary transfer service to destinations within 4.8 miles of the hotel is offered to all guests. A fitness center is also available on the property.The onsite American cuisine restaurant, Wild Bill's Sports Saloon, features al fresco dining and happy hour. On-site parking is offered for an additional daily charge. The Minnesota History Center, Vietnam Memorial and the banks of the Mississippi River are within 1.6 miles of this hotel. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is 18 minutes’ drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mike
United States“Close to the arena for the concert, close great bars and nightlife.” - Alan
United States“Location was very close to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. There are a lot of dining options in walking distance from the hotel. I liked that the parking lot is locked and secured. The front desk attendant was very nice and efficient during the...” - Tim
United States“The location , service and facilities were excellent” - Steve
United States“Debi behind the desk is a rock star. She resolved a parking issue for by observing my struggle. She paid attention to me even after I had checked out.”
Ron
United States“In my opinion, THE place to stay while attending an event at the Xcel Energy Center. Parking is the best. Hotel location is the best. Value for a place to crash and park is the best.”- Jared
United States“Everything was great. Only thing that wasn’t so great was that the housekeeping came in a couple hours early before our checkout time when we were all sleeping which woke us up.” - Sabra
United States“Right across from Xl energy Center. Right where I wanted to go. The location was great and had the restaurant of Wild Bills downstairs.” - Shannon
United States“The gentleman at the front desk was awesome! Super friendly and helpful.” - Lindsey
United States“The staff was very nice and understanding as we had a late checkin” - William
United States“The room was spacious enough/the beds were super comfortable with extra pillows!!! We ate at the hotel restaurant/bar----EXCELLENT food & atmosphere. The bonus is the fact that we could walk to our event which was across the street---AWESOME!!!!”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Wild Bill’s Sports Saloon
- CuisineAmerican
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.







The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.