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Reviews of W Minneapolis - The Foshay This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

821 Marquette Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN 55402, United States

#45 of 53 hotels in Minneapolis

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 237 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.5

  • Free Wifi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    7.0
    Nice but not worth the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spectacular, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No frig in the room. The mini bar frig didn't even work. Everything was warm in it. When I asked the front desk, they said they were going to fix it and didn't. There was no nightlight in the bathroom. If you got up in the night, it was hard to see without turning on the lights and waking someone up.

    The location is nice. In close walking distance of good restaurants. The rooms are good size and clean and they were really quiet. Our room was right off the elevator, and didn't hear anyone going or coming all night. Valet parking was convenient. Didn't have to worry about finding a parking garage to park in for the night.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fantastic, Suite, 1 King, Corner room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the shower was broken and we couldn’t use the shower in our room

    it was very clean and swanky and the view was awesome

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2025

    9.0
    Very chic Hotel with great ambiance
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great ambiance and Mannys restaurant

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful King Room with Roll-in Shower - Mobility Accessible
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

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    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Temperatures in the hallways was WAY too high! Very uncomfortable. Room was also warm and unable to cool as desired.

    Very clean, friendly staff.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2025

    7.0
    As a local or for one night good. Anything other or longer, maybe look elsewhere. No wifi, amenities had issues, bedding
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    An iconic building part of Minnesota history, but I felt it failed on the simple things, such as, there’s no complimentary wifi which in these days is unheard of. Out bedding also had small holes in it, the sheets don’t fit and during the night the mattress is exposed. For an iconic building with its prestigious name the basics failed to deliver.

    Great location and the building has fantastic history, complimentary coffee and hot chocolate and a stunning viewing deck.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2024

    9.0
    All and all it was a good time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Spectacular, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No heat lights or electricity in bathroom to shower and clean up. Had to use the light on my phone. Second visit for us in the same room and the second time it happened.

    Bar and restaurant close.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Expensive valet in comparison to other downtown Mpls hotels.

    It’s a beautiful property with a very interesting museum on the top floor. Incredible views of Minneapolis from the observation deck.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2024

    7.0
    Good experience
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need more food option for Asian people

    Hotel room is good

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very good. Will stay again.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast. The cafe joined is okay but no proper restaurant for breakfast. No problem though.

    I liked the view the tower view the bars easy access to coffee. Look forward to staying again next year

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pillows where a little uncomfortable but we are just being picky

    The location was excellent had a great restaurant very fun bars

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 10, 2024

    7.0
    Great location with excellent food options nearby, did not feel like a premium 4 start hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cool Corner, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Poor communication between staff was painfully obvious as we were intruded on while relaxing on two separate occasions.The smells can be a bit overwhelming in the foray of the hotel and in the elevators. The finish in the bathrooms was poorly done with bad tile and grout work, the shower door was also not aligned so it made a loud crash noise if let down with too much force.

    The bed was comfortable, the window shaders worked great blocking out the light location was excellent, central to many restaurants and sights to see.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Spectacular, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The lobby is pretty dark, it's a little off-putting. I was told (but did not check) that the front door is locked after a certain time. This is not very convenient.

    The hotel is very conveniently located in downtown Minneapolis. It is a very nice building. Rooms are spacious and clean. Proximity to restaurants and cafes is appreciated.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night

    parking................................................

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2024

    9.0
    I would consider staying here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spectacular, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fitted sheet didn’t stay on, so when I fixed it, I noticed lots of human hair on the actual mattress. There weren’t any tissues in the tissue holder and there were some issues with the elevators.

    Manny’s is in the same building- yum! Also, The Foshay is centrally located between Target Field and US Bank Stadium. There is a reasonably priced parking ramp across the street and several other restaurants in walking distance.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2024

    8.0
    Nice and Fun.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I’m not sure why so many bad reviews about this place. The place was really nice, the room the bathroom, the view, EVERYTHING. The bar was great, the vibe, the staff. Such a fun environment.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful historic building with friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Parking situation wasn’t clear until we talked to the staff about what options were available nearby.

    Cleanliness and art deco

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cool Corner, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Check in experience

    Place, building, view from windows

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2024

    7.0
    Not what I expected
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My room had clothes left in the bathroom from what I assumed previous guests and the door ledge was broken. And for the price I paid,breakfast was not included.

    I was accomadated and upgraded to a room for the same price for the inconvenience.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    8.0
    Charming historic hotel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little down at heel. Room was cold and turning up thermostat didn't help. Bedclothes were skimpy. My room phone didn't work & was never fixed. Bedside lights flickered. Still prefer to typical soul sucking business hotel.

    Great historic hotel with a super friendly and helpful staff. Excellent location and great bar with fantastic and affordable happy hour. The breakfast restaurant (independently run) also great. Lots of character -- including a great view from the 30th floor observation deck.a

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    8.0
    Quirky and memorable and would do it all over again.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Tight quarters next to the ice machine and loud elevator

    Charming historic elegance

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    7.0
    Decent work hotel in central Minneapolis
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Spectacular, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 6 nights

    They charged me for internet, despite being a rewards member. (And also, who charges for internet. That's so 2000.) The whole hotel is a little past its best-buy date. It needs a refresh.

    The room wasn't huge, but it was comfortably designed. The bathroom is nice, with a large and pleasant shower. The location is convenient, and was perfect for my meetings in the IDS.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Wonderful, Guest room, 1 King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could have used regular coffee cups in our room, instead of those small paper ones.

    Meals and drinks were good, expensive, but good.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2024

    7.0
    A great stay but I wouldn’t stay more than two nights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fantastic, Suite, 1 King, Corner room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I know it’s an old building so there is nothing you can do, but the water pressure is not great. We also realized that some of the unique light fixtures struggled. The light fixture next to the couch was missed two of the light covers and look tacky because of it. The light fixture in the little dinner room space constantly flickered if you tried to dim it. Also, there is a bar/club on the main floor in the lobby. I love a good bar/club, but when we came back from dinner it was so loud and there was a drunk gal passed out on a couch in the lobby. Just wasn’t the refined space I was expecting.

    I loved the location! Right downtown and easy access to everything! We were on the top floor with a suite and it was very nice and cool!

    Stayed in December 2023

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