The secret to a memorable holiday gathering? The right place, the right menu and a little imagination.
From elegant ballrooms and historic hotels to chef-inspired menus and festive spaces, Minnesota hotels make it easy to bring holiday celebrations to life. Whether you're planning a company party, client appreciation event or year-end gathering, these properties offer plenty of inspiration.
Set the scene.
A theme can guide everything from décor and menu to entertainment. Think Winter Wonderland, Classic Christmas, Nordic Holiday—or create something entirely your own.
For historic charm, Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot provides a memorable backdrop in a beautifully restored former railway station. For upscale holiday style, JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America pairs sophisticated event space with the convenience of Mall of America.
Make getting there easy.
A convenient location can be the difference between a “maybe” and a “yes” on a busy holiday calendar.
In the South Metro, Omni Viking Lakes Hotel in Eagan combines contemporary Nordic-inspired design, guest accommodations and extensive event space. In Lakeville, Holiday Inn & Suites Minneapolis–Lakeville offers a convenient I-35 location, event space, catering and overnight accommodations.
Bloomington brings guests close to MSP Airport, Mall of America and a wide range of hotels with meeting and event space—including JW Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton, Sheraton Bloomington and Renaissance Minneapolis Bloomington Hotel.
Start with a beautiful canvas.
When the venue already has architectural appeal, decorating becomes that much easier.
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront offers sophisticated spaces and river views, while The St. James Hotel in Red Wing delivers historic character and Old World elegance.
For something more contemporary, Omni Viking Lakes offers a polished, modern setting that lends itself beautifully to a winter-themed celebration.
Make the menu part of the magic.
Holiday dining should feel special. Look for hotels with in-house culinary teams that can customize menus around your theme, budget and guests.
The Westin Edina Galleria and The Saint Paul Hotel offer sophisticated culinary options for everything from holiday dinners to larger celebrations.
In Owatonna, DoubleTree by Hilton Owatonna offers more than 6,000 square feet of event space, an on-site restaurant and in-house catering, making it a strong choice for a festive dinner or larger company celebration.
Leave room for merriment.
Whether it's a DJ, live music, awards presentation, photo booth or Santa's grand entrance, choose a venue with flexible space, AV capabilities and an experienced events team.
Best Western Plus Kelly Inn in St. Cloud offers flexible event space downtown and is connected to the River's Edge Convention Center. Its event facilities can accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to celebrations for hundreds.
Holiday Inn & Suites St. Cloud is another standout, with 25,800 square feet of flexible event space, full-service catering and dedicated event planning.
Omni Viking Lakes Hotel — Modern, upscale and designed for everything from intimate celebrations to large holiday events.
Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Eagan — A comfortable option for smaller celebrations and corporate gatherings.
Holiday Inn & Suites Minneapolis–Lakeville — A convenient full-service option with event space, catering and guest accommodations.
JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America — Polished, upscale and ideal for a sophisticated holiday affair.
DoubleTree by Hilton Bloomington–Minneapolis South — A large-scale option for companies with bigger guest lists.
Sheraton Bloomington Hotel — Flexible event space with an elegant setting for dinners and receptions.
Renaissance Minneapolis Bloomington Hotel — Stylish spaces and customized event options for smaller, more personalized celebrations.
Holiday Inn & Suites St. Cloud — A full-service choice with extensive event space, catering and accommodations.
Best Western Plus Kelly Inn — Downtown, along the Mississippi River and connected to the River's Edge Convention Center.
Courtyard by Marriott St. Cloud — A modern downtown option next to the River's Edge Convention Center, with more than 3,500 square feet of event space and on-site catering.
DoubleTree by Hilton Owatonna — More than 6,000 square feet of event space, in-house catering and an on-site restaurant make it a natural holiday-party choice.
Courtyard Owatonna Downtown — A smaller, modern option in the heart of downtown, with curated catering menus, event support and room blocks.
The best holiday events don't have to be complicated. Choose a venue that fits your vision, add a menu that makes guests feel celebrated, create an atmosphere that reflects the season—and leave room for a little fun.
From Eagan and Lakeville to Bloomington, St. Cloud and Owatonna, Minnesota hotels are ready to make your next holiday gathering one to remember.
Explore the meetingpages Minnesota Hotel Venues Directory for complete listings of Minnesota hotels with banquet, reception and meeting space—and start planning your holiday celebration.
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