Hamel Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Mall of America
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Mall of America, a popular shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
U.S. Bank Stadium
Catch an event at U.S. Bank Stadium during your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Top hotels in Hamel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Super easy checkin, clean rooms, great breakfast!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Minneapolis Bloomington W
On Expedia it read “Free Airport Parking” but when I arrived they said that’s not true and it costs $15 per day unless you stay more than one night. That’s not on the Expedia website.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Clean, good staff, restaurant their was good, easy to get around via the skywalk.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hilton Minneapolis
The comforter was covered in hair when we arrived, there was a weird object above our door that we didn’t notice until we were leaving, and things were missing.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG
Staff was good. Room clean
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Found drugs in my room. Also the heater was so loud it woke us up everytime it kicked on. Disappointed
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hamel
Calhoun Isles
While you're in Calhoun Isles, take in top sights like Bde Maka Ska or Walker Art Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West 21st Street Station or Bryn Mawr Station.
Warehouse District
Travellers choose Warehouse District for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station and check out top sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin or Target Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
Loring Park
If you're spending some time in Loring Park, 1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center and Basilica of Saint Mary are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
Downtown West
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.
