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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 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, in-room safe, mini fridge, 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.
Flexible Event Spaces
Historic Spaces, Modern Meetings
Our spaces are where history meets innovation. Exposed iron trusses, vaulted ceilings, arched windows, and bare brick walls, once part of a bustling railroad station, now set the stage for modern meetings and corporate gatherings. The blend of classic architecture and contemporary design makes for an inspiring and unique setting.
Wedding Planning Starts Here
Timeless Spaces for Unforgettable Love Stories
Let our historic spaces tell your love story. With exposed iron trusses, vaulted ceilings, arched windows, and bare brick walls, this former railroad station offers an elegant yet charming backdrop for weddings. Modern touches enhance the timeless beauty of the venue, creating the perfect setting for your unforgettable day.
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.
Events Calendar
Discover Minneapolis' vibrant events with our curated calendar featuring music, sports games & more!
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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Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot
225 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, 55401
Overnight self-parking in our heated underground or surface facilities, available for $30.
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.
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Evenings at Renaissance
Discover emerging neighborhood talent in music, food, drinks, and the arts.
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Connecting you with locals and experiences deeply rooted in the neighborhood.
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Free Wifi
Convenience Store
Room Service
Wake up Calls
Daily Housekeeping
Mobile Key
Digital Check In
Service Request
Guest Room Entertainment
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Minimum Age to Check In: 21
Smoke Free Property
Pets Welcome.
2 pets 150 pounds max, $50/day up to $150/stay non-refundable fee per room
Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Night: $50.00
Maximum Pet Weight: 150.0lbs
Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 2
Hourly: $10.00
Daily: $30.00
Daily: $55.00
Overnight Valet $55 - Daily Rate 8 hours or less $25 - Limited Valet hours
Accepts: Cash, Credit Cards
Contactless mobile payments
Concierge desk service
Property has elevators
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
Accessible on-site parking
Property has elevators
Self Operating lift or a sloped entry in hotel swimming pools
Service Animals are Welcome
Van Accessible on-site parking
Main Entrance is Accessible
Meeting Spaces are Accessible
On-Site Restaurants are Accessible
Room and Suites Access through the Interior Corridor
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Bathtub Grab Rails
Bathtub Seat
Closed Caption TV
Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
Electronic Room Key
Flashing Door Knockers
Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing
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
Room Windows Open
Safety Chains and/or Latches on Guest Doors
Secondary Locks on Room Windows
TTY/TTD Compatible
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Transfer Showers in Guest Rooms
Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors
Carbon Footprint: 23.29 kg per room night
Water Footprint: 314.15 liters per room night
Guest Room Recycling
Frequently Asked Questions
The check-in time at Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is 3:00 pm and the check-out time is 12:00 pm.
The pet policy at Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is:
The parking options at Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot are:
The property amenities at Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot are:
Yes, Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot has free Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
The closest airport near Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport (MSP). MSP is located approximately 10.4 Miles from the hotel.