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W Minneapolis - The Foshay

4.0 of 5
821 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (Downtown)
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Santa Barbara, California
Senior Contributor
48 reviews 48 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Gorgeous little boutique hotel built I'm the 20's stylish with Minneapolis nice. The staff are very thoughtful and one sweet gal at the front desk remembered me from my last stay. Hate elevator keys required, I always a, digging in my purse. Great happy hour, though I had the lamb sliders. ,maybe tomorrow the ahi tacos. The view at top... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Let me be fair and say first off that this hotel looks fantastic and is designed and decorated very well and hip. Unfortunately, Looking great is no substitute for hospitality and care for your guests. I booked a room here for my wife to treat her on her special first ever Mothers Day. Upon entering the room with my wife... More

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MattHaw3019, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Hello Lusterburn, On behalf of W Minneapolis-The Foshay, I would like to extend a sincere apology for the inconvenience that you encountered during your stay with us. We are investigating the situation as we speak and we want to thank you for bringing this to our attention. I realize that this is not the ideal way of starting out the... More

Western Springs, Illinois
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

I just wanted to say that Lisa is a great concierge and she had great selections for dinner. Also Andrew at the welcome desk is a really cool guy and really helpful. Staff was great and that is all you can ever ask for in a hotel. Also the DJ on Saturday night was killing it!! Dropping them sick beats!!!... More

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Bill B, Thank you for taking the time to thank to reflect on your experience at W Minneapolis-The Foshay. It’s great to read that our talent members Lisa & Andrew were able to provide such outstanding service to you and your guests! We hope to see you back at the Historic Foshay Tower in the near future! Best, Matthew Hawkins More

Albania
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

I stayed here for 3 nights and i had a good time. I arrived late from a delayed flight, however David was very accommodating and nice to me. He was patient and explained everything about the hotel. The rooms are very high quality. Unfortunately the heating in my room was not working and i was freezing, thus they put me... More

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
May 1, 2013

Calista_tr Hello from W Minneapolis-The Foshay! First of all, I want to thank you for your personal time you have taken to reflect and share your experience with the Trip Advisor community along with myself. In regards to your overall experience, I do want to offer a personal apology on behalf of W Minneapolis-The Foshay; it’s disappointing to read that... More

Vancouver, Canada
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Great service and central location. However, the lobby and restaurant area are really quite dark - day and night. Rooms are modern and bright. Restaurant is a steakhouse at lunch/dinner, but also serves great breakfast. Wifi signal was weak in the room, so perhaps not ideal for business. Maust say that the corporate rate was fantastic, especially given that its... More

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
May 1, 2013

b m, Hello from W Minneapolis-The Foshay; it was my pleasure to read and respond to your review! Thank you for sharing your experience with the Trip Advisor community. It's great to see that you appreciated our interpretation of modern design with a historic art deco building all that with the energy of a W Hotel. We hope to see... More

Colman, SD
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18 reviews 18 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

A perfect location. Beautiful building. Excellent service. Unique amenities. For the cost of the room, I expected more, but what it lack in wow, it made up in every other way!!! Would choose to stay here again!

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Gena_veen, Greetings from W Minneapolis-The Foshay! Thank you for staying with us and allowing us to be your home away from home. It’s great to read that you enjoyed your W experience and we look forward to your return! Cheers, Matthew Hawkins More

Sioux Falls, SD
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

Just returned from a weekend in Minneapolis. Stayed two nights at The Foshay. Room was nice- modern, very W. Smallish/ no bathtub/divine bed. No coffee maker of any type to speak of, which just seems cruel. We were on the third floor and did not have any issues with noise. The main lobby bar/lounge area is relatively chill until the... More

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Nicholesodak70, Hello from W Minneapolis-The Foshay! First of all, thank you for choosing to stay with us; it was our pleasure to have you as our guest! My apologies that we don’t offer a coffee maker in the room however on future stays with us please note that Keurig coffee makers are available through our whatever/whenever service at any time... More

Rochester, Minnesota
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18 reviews 18 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

Stay frequently in the Twin Cites. Needed a place to crash over night. We're Starwood members, so figured we'd try the W again (less than impressed with the service last time). This time service up to par with a higher end hotel. Checked in late, after an evening out. Room small, just off the elevator. The small end table had... More

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Jgraz6829, Hello from W Minneapolis-The Foshay; I want to personally thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Trip Advisor community; it’s my pleasure to respond. I want to personally apologize that your returned visit to our hotel was below your expectations. Pertaining to the cleanliness of your guestroom, this is definitely not up to standard... More

Minneapolis, Minnesota
Senior Contributor
42 reviews 42 reviews
37 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

Imagine feeling lonely in a crowded room. That is exactly how you feel at this WHotel. First the decor is very dark. The historic Foshay building is claustraphobic. Checkin experience was nothing special. Up at my corner room, I could hear the constant dinging of the elevator. So down I went to the Concierge, who were very nice. They assigned... More

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

AAGreenTech, Greetings from W Minneapolis-The Foshay; I want to personally thank you for sharing your experience with the Trip Advisor Community. My apologies for your mediocre W experience with us, it’s unfortunate that we were unable to make your stay special from check-in to check-out; we take pride on providing that simple touch which allows guests to appreciate staying with... More

Chicago
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20 reviews 20 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

I recently visited the W - Foshay for Business and I have to say, from the time I was greeted at the door to the time I put my last bag in my rental I felt like a VIP. Service at the Foshay exceeded all expectations. In terms of food and drinks they have two cool bars where you can... More

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WMpls-Foshay, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
April 19, 2013

Atribin, Thank you so much for this incredible review! This means a lot to our entire team and so glad that we exceeded your expectations while you were with us. Manny’s is always a must while on a trip to Minneapolis; which just adds to a great experience. I look forward to welcoming you back to the historic Foshay tower.... More

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What travelers say

  • Very nice(34)
  • Top floor(21)
  • Valet parking(12)
  • Manny steakhouse(9)
  • Art deco(6)
  • Living room(5)
  • Room service(4)
  • Great location(4)
  • Front desk staff(4)
  • Great Place(4)

Additional Information about W Minneapolis - The Foshay

Address: 821 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Region: United States > Minnesota > Minneapolis > Downtown
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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#6 Luxury Hotels in Minneapolis
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The luxurious, historical W Minneapolis Hotel - The Foshay inspires innovative style in a soaring icon of art deco splendor. Take in splendid art, music, shopping, dining and theater. ... more   less 
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