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Minneapolis (Minnesota) Hotels with 18+ Check-In

When looking to book a hotel in Minneapolis as an 18-year-old, your options are limited. Luckily you do have a few options across various price ranges.

In this guide, we’ll take a look through some of the more popular hotels. We’ve also included a section looking at alternatives to hotels for 18-year-olds before finishing off with some FAQs.

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Important: Hotels may change their policy before we have a chance to update our website. Be sure to double-check the minimum age to check in before booking.

Hotels in Minneapolis with 18+ Check-In

We’ve rounded up some popular hotels in Minneapolis that allow 18-year-olds to check in. You have a few options including plenty located centrally near all of the popular attractions. For each hotel, we’ll list key points on the location, amenities, and areas where the hotel is highly rated.

Important: You will likely be required to provide I.D. and a credit card when checking in.

1. Hilton Minneapolis

Price: High | Stars: 4

Located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, connected by covered skyways to the Minneapolis Convention Center and the Minnesota Orchestra. The hotel is 11 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Minneapolis-Downtown Convention Center, an IHG Hotel

Price: Mid | Stars: 3

Located next to the Minneapolis Convention Center. The hotel is 11 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

3. Hyatt Regency Minneapolis

Price: High | Stars: 4

Connected to the Minneapolis Convention Center 1 block away. The hotel is 12 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests

4. Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Downtown

Price: Mid | Stars: 3

Located off I-35W, 1 block from the Minneapolis Convention Center and less than a mile from Government Plaza Station. The hotel is 11 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Minneapolis University Area

Price: Mid | Stars: 2

Located in Prospect Park, down the road from the University of Minnesota, and situated between Minneapolis and St. Paul. The hotel is 9 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

6. Hampton Inn and Suites Minneapolis University Area, MN

Price: Mid | Stars: 3

Located 3 miles from central Minneapolis and half a mile from LRT Prospect Park Station. The hotel is 14 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests

7. Minneapolis Marriott City Center

Price: Mid | Stars: 4

Located downtown near the Target Center, Target Field, and US Bank Stadium. The hotel is 12 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

8. Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis – University Area

Price: Mid | Stars: 4

Located across from the University of Minnesota and within a 10-minute walk of Huntington Bank Stadium. The hotel is 9 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

Alternatives to Hotels for 18 Year Olds

If you don’t want to stay at any of these hotels, you do have a couple of other options.

Airbnb

You can usually stay at an Airbnb as an 18 year old. Hosts can change their age requirement policy so make sure to check before booking but this is uncommon and most allow 18 year olds.

Youth Hostels

Youth hostels are another great alternative for 18 year olds as their target audience is young people. They are also very cheap but you will have to sacrifice some comfort and privacy.

FAQs

Is it legal for an 18 year old to check in to a hotel?

Yes, it is perfectly legal for an 18 year old to check into a hotel, as long as the hotel allows it.

So why do some hotels have an age requirement of 21?

Some hotels believe people under 21 are not mature enough to behave responsibly in a hotel on their own. Other reasons include lower insurance rates and legal risks relating to underage drinking.

Will I need a credit card to check in as an 18 year old?

Yes, it is likely you will be asked for a credit card when you check in.

Will I need I.D. to check in as an 18 year old?

Yes, there is a good chance you will be required to provide I.D. when checking in.

If you are unsure or have questions for a specific hotel, the best thing to do is give them a call to make sure you’re getting the most accurate and relevant information.