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Snelling Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Minneapolis

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Snelling Motel, near the scenic Mississippi River, offers a cozy retreat with free in-room WiFi and self parking. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests who appreciate the area shuttle and 24-hour front desk.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (4)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
$112 nightly
The total price is $126
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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5346 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55417

What's nearby

  • Minnehaha Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • John H Stevens House Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Minnehaha Falls - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fort Snelling State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 6 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 16 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 22 min drive
  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 12 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 15 min drive
  • Fridley Station - 22 min drive
  • VA Medical Center Station - 5 min walk
  • 50th Street Minnehaha Station - 12 min walk
  • 46th Street Station - 28 min walk
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Salt - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rick’s Coffee Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oxendale's Market - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Snelling Motel

At Snelling Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Mall of America and Mississippi River. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Nickelodeon Universe and U.S. Bank Stadium are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: VA Medical Center Station is 5 minutes and 50th Street Minnehaha Station is 12 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 25
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 25
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 500.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 21 and April 30.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Snelling Motel currently open?

The property is closed between December 21 and April 30.

Does Snelling Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Snelling Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Snelling Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Snelling Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Snelling Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What's the area around Snelling Motel like?

Snelling Motel is a short 5-minute walk from VA Medical Center Station and 6 minutes' walk from Mississippi River.

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Reviews

Snelling Motel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Easy Stay

Motel was clean, close to airport, and affordable.
Alexander, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic no frills older building but clean, newly renovated with friendly helpful staff. Convenient to public transportation, airport and down town. Enjoyed the stay.
Walter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thank You!

Room was SPOTLESS and well-appointed, although I recommend having facial tissues available. Check-in was efficient and courteous, even though it was a late arrival time. Trickiest issue is finding the way into the property (the city's problem, not the owners').
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kind staff and comfortable setting
Carlton, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very Convenient for us as we were able to use the Metro transit for everything.
Greg, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked that it was quite, owners were friendly and hospitable. I liked that it was near metro station.
Kara, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic room and amenities. Very comfortable bed and pillows!!
Daniel R, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice rooms and a great price , there was a microwave, fridge and coffee maker in the room and even received a call to see if we needed anything. Polite and courteous staff.
Charles, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, undergoing construction but clean rooms, even if a little run-down. Nice staff, friendly and right next to the metro
Giulia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great experience

This hotel is undergoing new renovations and my room was fantastic, everything new from the bathroom to the new windows, carpet and all new furniture. this was an excellent choice for my trip to Fort Snelling. walking distance to the rail transit.
LeRoy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was welcomed there. Good instructions about checking out during times when the office was closed. Friendly staff
Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would recommend to a friend

Never been to Minnesota before but stayed here so I could take the train to the mall or America and the twins game. It was clean, safe, close to the train stations, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Definitely staying here if I end up back in the twin cities!
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were really nice. Microwave and big fridge a hige plus. Big room. Very clean!
Juliet, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Check in was easy, the room was nice and recently redone and clean. It's a convenient location. The exterior needs renovation, but I sense the owners care about the interior first, which is good. I felt safe at all times. It is located near the airport, local busy streets, and the light rail line, so expect some noise from those facilities.
Randy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our first impression when checking in was that we weren't sure what we were going to get. But the room was better than what we thought. It was clean suited our needs for an overnight stay. There were a few cosmetic things, but again, it was clean and that is what matters most. We would stay there again
Kimberly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Snell ya Later

Booked this hotel because it was close to the airport and was pleasantly surprised. The location was perfect for our trip. Metro was super convenient. Room was cleaned every day. Hotel staff was friendly. Will definitely be back.
Robyn, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was fine -- clean, with everything we needed. The property was also fine, though the stairwell was cluttered and appeared to be in some state of repair. The location was perfect for us. There was no restaurant but we had a great lunch at SeaSalt, nearby. The next morning I picked up fruit and a muffin at the nearest grocery store while getting my 10K steps in. It was much better than I expected!
Dr Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owners were very friendly and accommodating. The blue line is a block away so very convenient. Sheets, towels, etc. All clean. Very quiet. The only slight negatives would be that the carpet itself is a little worn and the Wi-Fi is a little spotty. But overall we were very happy with the stay and would stay here again.
paul, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Property is next to rail tracks, is on a street split by the tracks (you can’t cross them) so if you’re not on hotels side oof the street, good luck getting there. Arriving in the evening, we found the next morning that the refrigerator was warm. Management told us of course we had to turn the refrigerator on. No mention of that anywhere Bed was comfortable, floors squeaky. Average stay.
Andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Don't Be Put off By the Appearance

From the outside, the Snelling makes the Bates Motel look like Disneyland. But actually I am completely satisfied with what I got for what I paid. The room was clean and spacious enough. The bathroom was clean and adequately stocked and the shower worked. There was a fridge and some complimentary bottled water. The office staff is very friendly. My only complaint is a small one, that the in-room HVAC unit is quite loud. But I got used to it. I came to Minneapolis to visit my daughter who lives 10 minutes away, and all I needed was a place to sleep. I would gladly stay here again, and probably will.
Lawrence, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The property needs a lot of work.When I arrived and looked at the building,I almost turned back.The paint on the walls as falling apart.The stairway entry had a lot of construction stuff and junk.The place smelled bad,musty/old carpet.The room appeared to have been newly remodeled .It was clean except for the curtains with holes that need replacement.The door did not lock from inside.I appreciated the shower cap and a comfortable bed.They need to work on making the bed too.The sheets were hanging,which is not a big deal but is something that makes the room look better when you walk in.Had to clean the inside of the door because it was dirty.It was hot but the hallway air conditioning was not turned on.The two staff I met were really nice.I pointed out to them what I have listed above and their response was “they are always remodeling’.Felt somewhat unsafe but everything turned out okay.Its a place that I would not return though.
lina, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

I chose this place because it was just down the road from the boy scout Base Camp where my son's troop was for the night. The staff member that checked us in was super nice. Property seemed old and could have used some updates in the rooms for sure. Didn't like that there was no lock on the room door besides the key card entry lock. There was a dead bolt type lock, but it didn't line up so I was unable to use it, which made me feel a little unsafe. My daughter tried to take a shower but after waiting for the water to get hot, it was still luke warm after 10 minutes. The fridge, coffee maker, and tv worked fine. Didn't try the microwave. I don't think there was an ice machine, but I didn't feel comfortable looking around the property for one, and no type of breakfast or anything. The light rail track was on the road in front of the building, so that was a little loud. Overall, it served its purpose, but I'm not sure if I'd stay there again.
Kristy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was small, but very comfortable and perfect for my husband and i on our visit to see his childhood friend that lives in the area. Owners were very friendly and even gave us plastic silverware when our DoorDash forgot to send it. Very nice coffeehouse within walking distance as well.
Carrie, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Its a Motel

Front service attendant was rude, said we could only shower once during my stay
Caterin Johana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I was satisfied with my stay.
Melissa, 1-night trip