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W Minneapolis - The Foshay: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
821 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (Downtown)
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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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minneapolis
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“good time”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2013

I stayed at teh w one inight with a friend. It was great. Good location, Manny's right next door, the rooms were spacious and clean and very quiet. The bars were very good. The top floor was more yuppies and the want to be seen crowd. The living room on the lower level was more diverse. There were a lot of fun people from teh gblt crowd to businesmen coming from the restaurant. Security was unobtrusive and the staff was very friendly. Vry good music, drink prices were okay and bar snacks were delicious. I had a great time and highly recommend it

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask del l about W Minneapolis - The Foshay
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MattHaw3019, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
February 13, 2013
Hello Del l,

Thank you for taking the time to share your review with the Trip Advisor community! We appreciate the positive review; it was my pleasure to respond and share your review with the team at W Minneapolis- the Foshay.

Best,
Matthew Hawkins
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Tampa, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The W Foshay ROCKS!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2013

I have stayed at the W Foshay several times and each time has been awesome, most specifically because I was proposing to my now fiancé! The staff at the W helped iron out a ton of details for the proposal itself and we all pulled it off as a great surprise. Lisa, on the concierge staff, embodies the brand's "whatever, whenever," attitude. I have stayed with Starwood a ton for work and pleasure all over the world and W Foshay ranks with the best of them. If you need things to do, places to see, food recommendations, Lisa can make it happen and you can rest assured she wont lead you astray. If you are a meat eater and are in the mood to get overstuffed, hit up Mannys steakhouse. Unreal cuts of meat (both in size and quality), great sides, fun and knowledgeable staff, awesome wine list and good liquor drinks to wash it down. If you are there for a special occasion, grab a Wonderful suite, nice layout and great city views.

Room Tip: Wonderful Suite
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask Sam T about W Minneapolis - The Foshay
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MattHaw3019, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
February 2, 2013
Sam T,
Hello from W Minneapolis-The Foshay! First of all, thank you so much for allowing our team to be a part of such an incredible moment in your life! It’s great to hear that you were taken great care of by our fabulous concierge Lisa! Lisa has done a great job sharing with our team about this upcoming experience and the team was very excited; filled with anticipation with this great moment taking place at our hotel! To the sweet simple things to the big moments; it was our pleasure to be included.
Congratulations!
Matthew Hawkins
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Wisconsin
Top Contributor
116 reviews 116 reviews
49 hotel reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
“Very cosmopolitan - love the W!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

I've stayed at other W locations, but this was my first in Minneapolis. This location compares to all others, and I love the vibe the W offers. Our Spectacular Room was very spacious and modern. I did not hear a thing in the hall or other rooms, and we were near the elevator. The amenities are first class (Bliss spa products), and the bed super comfortable. The shower did take a bit to warm up, but after it did, it was awesome, no issues with water pressure as others have noted. There is convenient and reasonable self parking around the corner ($22 for 24 hours) that you can get to without having to venture outside. The front desk attendant was super friendly, and did not "discriminate" because I booked my room on Hotwire, which happens sometimes. The lobby is beautiful, and I wish we'd had time to enjoy Prohibition or some of the other hotel offerings. We stayed here while attending a show at First Ave, and it was a $4 +tip cab ride back from the venue. i would definitely stay here again without hesitation.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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MattHaw3019, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
February 2, 2013
Wisgirl01,
Thank you for taking the time to share this fantastic review with the Trip Advisor community! My apologies that you didn’t have time to experience Prohibition; you’ll need to come back to witness the fabulous 360 degree views of Minneapolis! It was my pleasure to read and respond to your review! I personally hope that you are staying warm this winter season!

Best,
Matthew Hawkins
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Bedford, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“lots of WOW”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

I think the W is a great hotel. I really loved the style of the rooms with their funky mini bars and glass showers but the static electricity made me feel weird. Oh and the lifts/elevators are sooooooo spooky try and get a room away from the services.

Room Tip: avoid the elevators/lifts
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  • Stayed February 2012, traveled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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MattHaw3019, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
February 2, 2013
Carolyn H,
Hello Carolyn! Thank you for reflecting on your stay with us at W Minneapolis-The Foshay all the way from the United Kingdom! We can’t thank you enough for the gracious review and we are happy to read that you experienced many wow’s during your stay!
Cheers!
Matthew Hawkins
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Minneapolis
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask Nicole S about W Minneapolis - The Foshay
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MattHaw3019, Guest Relations Manager at W Minneapolis - The Foshay, responded to this review
February 2, 2013
Hello Nicole S,
WOW! Thank you for this ecstatic review! First of all, thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to be a part of such a celebratory occasion! We love to take care of our guests during such occasions creating perfect whatever/whenever moments! Second, we appreciate you sharing your experience with the Trip Advisor community. I am excited to share with the W Minneapolis team and we hope to see you soon!
Warmest Wishes,
Matthew Hawkins
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Address: 821 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Region: United States > Minnesota > Minneapolis > Downtown
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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