Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP): Approximate driving time is 8 minutes and distance is 6 miles.

Driving directions from Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport: Head east on I-494. Take exit 169 for Dodd Rd and turn left at the first light. Turn left again onto Hwy 55. The hotel is at the intersection of Hwy 55 and Lone Oak Rd.

Guests appreciate the hotel's complimentary airport transportation, which operates seven days per week from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Those hours are sometimes extended during the winter. Travelers arriving at the airport call for pick-up from the ground transportation area one level below baggage claim. Rental cars are convenient and are available via this Web site. Guests may also reach the hotel by taxi for $16–$25. Fee subject to change without notice.

Getting around: The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service within a seven-mile radius, including transportation to and from the Mall of America. Once at the mall, visitors may proceed to the transit station, located on the lower level of the east parking ramp. The station serves as a hub for inexpensive transportation (less than $5) to area attractions and provides information about navigating the city. Fee subject to change without notice.

For longer distances, the best bet is a rental car; rental cars are available via this Web site. Drivers head into downtown St. Paul via I-35E and downtown Minneapolis via I-35W.

Nearby restaurants:
Dunn Brother’s Coffee
Cousin’s Subs
Chipolte
Joe Senser’s Sports Grill & Bar
Panera Bread
Houlihan’s
Al Baker’s Sports Bar
Don Pablo’s

Amenity highlights: The breakfast goes beyond Continental, with make-your-own waffles. The indoor pool area includes two spas. A business center is open 24 hours, and there's also a 24-hour fitness center on-site. A meeting room can accommodate 30 people. Rides to the airport, mall, and other locations within a 7-mile radius are free.