Moxy Minneapolis Uptown is the easy choice for visitors who want to stay among the cafes, indie shops and gastropubs of Uptown rather than downtown. It sits at 1121 West Lake Street and has the Moxy formula: a social lobby, a bar with craft beers, cocktails and small plates, a Vinyl Listening Lounge, shuffleboard and foosball, and a 24-hour gym with cardio, free weights and strength equipment. Rooms and suites are compact and modern, with free Wi-Fi, flat-panel televisions and walk-in showers, and the hotel can accommodate up to eight guests in one room. There is free coffee or tea in the lobby and a convenience store, though free breakfast is not offered. The Uptown location puts you near independent dining and boutiques, and the hotel’s own information lists U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Center and Target Field among the sights within reach. It suits younger travellers, friends on a weekend and anyone who prefers a lively neighbourhood to a corporate tower.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on West Lake Street, in the Uptown neighbourhood in the south-west of the city, close to the Chain of Lakes, which makes it a good base for walkers and cyclists in warm weather, though the lakes are not mentioned in the hotel’s own information. Downtown is a short ride, and parking is off site at a nearby ramp, so a rideshare or bus may be easier. There is no on-site parking or EV charging.
Rooms and amenities
Rooms are small and clever, with a focus on style and efficiency. The bar and lounge are the social heart of the hotel, and the vinyl lounge is a nice touch for music fans. The gym is open all hours, and meeting space is available for small groups.
Pets are welcome, though not in every room type, with a nightly fee and a weight limit. The hotel is smoke-free and check-in starts at 3pm, with a minimum age of 21. Because the property is aimed at social travellers, the lobby can be lively in the evening.
Who it suits and what to know: Uptown suits travellers who like walking to dinner and coffee, and the hotel is a stylish, moderately priced alternative to downtown. It is a poor match for anyone who wants a pool, a spa or a quiet lobby, and families who need space should look at room sizes carefully. If you want to be near the Walker, the Sculpture Garden and Mia, it is a short ride away. Book early for summer weekends, when the neighbourhood is busy.
Why stay here
- ✓Moxy Bar with craft cocktails
- ✓Vinyl Listening Lounge
- ✓Shuffleboard and foosball
- ✓24-hour gym
- ✓Free lobby coffee and tea
- ✓Convenience store
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Pet-friendly rooms
Good questions
Does Moxy Uptown have parking?+
There is no on-site parking. A parking ramp is about a tenth of a mile away.
Is breakfast included?+
No. Free breakfast is not offered, but there is free coffee or tea in the lobby and a convenience store.
What is the Vinyl Listening Lounge?+
A lounge area in the hotel where guests can listen to records, one of several social spaces alongside the bar.
