Welcome to Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot
Explore Minneapolis in Iconic Style
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot, boasts high design and high-tech features for an inspiring stay in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis' Mill District, steps from the Mississippi River. Ideal for urban explorers seeking to discover the city's vibrant sports, music & arts scene, with US Bank Stadium and the Armory blocks away. Nearby, various corporate headquarters including Target, Wells Fargo, and government agencies provide quick access to those blending work with pleasure. Discover new tastes at Milwaukee Road Restaurant & Bar, featuring Northern fare and many craft cocktails at the bar, fireplace, or outdoor fire pit on the patio. Relax in our indoor heated pool, or connect with nature on one of the trails near the Stone Arch Bridge. Explore over 70,000 square feet of unique one-of-a-kind event space for your next meeting or social event.
Rooms & Suites
Originally built as a train depot over a century ago, our guestrooms offer modern or historical styling with luxury bedding, and complimentary WiFI & Aveda bath amenities.
History Happens Here
Our spaces have stories to tell. Exposed iron trusses, vaulted ceilings, arched windows, and bare brick walls that a generation ago acted as the framework of a vibrant railroad station, have been transformed with modern elements into an exquisite backdrop for momentous events.
Unwind With Style
Celebrate and socialize with crafted libations, in a variety of chic yet cozy warm-lit spaces. Or bask in our laid-back patio featuring outdoor firepits, a perfect setting for al fresco dining.
Milwaukee Road
Modern décor and Northern sensibilities greet you, with a menu carefully crafted by the region. Join us for local brews, craft cocktails, and wines from around the world. Serving breakfast and dinner.
Milwaukee Road Bar
Celebrate and socialize with crafted libations, in a variety of chic yet cozy warm-lit spaces. Or bask in our laid-back patio featuring outdoor firepits, a perfect setting for al fresco dining.
Unparalleled Event Space
73,000 square feet of light-filled indoor and outdoor meeting space featuring historical architectural elements, transformed into stylish venues for premier weddings, galas and events.
Epic Events
Bring your vision to life with an array of adaptable space options that can host two thousand or ten. A combination of indoor and outdoor spaces, expansive windows, and eclectic décor throughout make the Depot unlike any other full-service venue in the Twin Cities.
Local Flair. Local Flavor
Let our talented team delight your guests with curated experiences, inspired by the North. With imaginative hors d'oeuvres, crowd-pleasing action stations and decadent house-made desserts, perfectly paired with wines and crafted cocktails.
Weddings
Whether inspired by history or our dramatic modern spaces, the Depot seamlessly blends timeless charm and style to create the perfect venue for your momentous day.
Captivating Spaces & Design
Embrace our history and architecture in unsurpassed spaces. You’ll encounter our vibrancy from our guestrooms to event spaces at every turn. Throughout the hotel, you’ll find our history nestled into every design element. Each décor item has a nod to where the hotel has been, the stories there are to tell, and the personality of the spaces now. Each one of our meeting spaces is named as a reflection of our history to help take you back to another time.
Commitment to Clean
As we welcome you back to our hotels around the world, we are committed to providing you with a safe environment that aligns with expert protocols for working to defeat COVID-19. Click to see updates and learn more about what to expect at our hotel.
Minneapolis Navigator
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Don't Skip A Beat
When you're away from home don't miss out on your fitness routine. Our on-site 24-hour fitness center is fully equipped for all of your fitness needs. Relax and unwind in our heated indoor pool, Monday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., or take a walk or a run on one of the many outdoor trails right outside our front door.
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: July 1, 2022 — November 6, 2022
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: May 26, 2022 — December 31, 2022
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Getting Here
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot
225 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, 55401
On-Property
Local Shuttle $10
Nearby
Bus Station
GreyhoundSubway Station
Government Center - Hiawatha Light RailTrain Station
Light Rail- Government Center
Overnight self-parking in our heated underground or surface facilities, available for $27+.
Historic. Classic. Timeless.
1899
The Milwaukee Road Depot was constructed and remains one of the nation's last long-span, truss-roofed train sheds. The Milwaukee Road train line served the bustling cities of Minneapolis, Chicago, and Milwaukee with connections to growing towns to the growing west.
1971
The last train left the Milwaukee Road Depot. In 1978 the Minnesota Historical Society placed The Depot and the nearby freight house on the National Register of Historic Places.
2001
The entire Depot complex includes The Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot along with 73,000 square feet of state-of-the-art event space and the attached Residence Inn Minneapolis Downtown at The Depot. An urban renewal gem in the center of a vibrant metropolis.
Property Details
Convenience Store
Gift Shop
Dry Cleaning Service
Wake up Calls
Daily Housekeeping
Service Request
Guest Room Entertainment
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Smoke Free Property
Pets Allowed.
2 pets 150 pounds max, $50/day up to $150/stay non-refundable fee per room
Maximum pet weight: 150lbs
Daily: $27
Hourly: $10
Accepts: Credit Cards
Contactless mobile payments
Concierge desk service
Property has elevators
Vending Machine
Languages spoken by staff:
English
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +1 612-375-1700
Property has elevators
Self Operating lift or a sloped entry in hotel swimming pools
Service Animals are Welcome
Main Entrance is Accessible
Meeting Spaces are Accessible
On-Site Restaurants are Accessible
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Bathtub Grab Rails
Bathtub Seat
Close Caption TV
Flashing Door Knockers
Hearing Accessible Rooms and/or Kits
Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Night Guards on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Viewports in Guest Room Doors
Mobility accessible rooms
Non-slip Grab Rails in the Bathroom
Roll-in Shower
TTY/TTD Compatible
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Transfer Showers in Guest Rooms
Carbon Footprint : 29.67 kg per room night
Water Footprint : 260 liters per room night
Guest Room Recycling
Electric car charging
