Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis offers 89 event spaces and 644 rooms. Its largest event space, the Exhibition Hall, runs about 30000 square feet and hosts up to 2500 people.
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Frequently asked questions
What makes a hotel in Minneapolis a strong choice for a large meeting or corporate event?
The hotels on this list offer substantial meeting space and enough guest rooms to house attendees on-site. For example, the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot features a largest event space of about 32,000 square feet (the Historic Shed Outdoor Pavilion) with capacity for up to 3,250 people, alongside 335 guest rooms and 21 event spaces total. The Hyatt Regency Minneapolis provides about 30,000 square feet in its Exhibition Hall (up to 2,500 people), 89 event spaces, and 644 guest rooms. Planners should confirm amenities like AV, catering, and setup options directly with each property, as those vary.
How easy is it to get to Minneapolis for a conference, and are there hotels near the airport?
Minneapolis, Saint Paul International Airport serves the city and is well connected to downtown, where many large meeting hotels are located. If your group is flying in, look for properties with convenient airport shuttles or proximity to light rail. Engine lets you search hotels across Minneapolis, compare locations, and filter by what matters most for your attendees' arrival and departure.
What should I compare when choosing between these hotels for a big event?
Start with the size of the largest event space and the total number of meeting rooms available. The Hilton Minneapolis offers a largest space of about 25,000 square feet (the Minneapolis Ballroom, up to 2,850 people), 71 event spaces, and 821 guest rooms. Compare that layout and capacity to your agenda, breakout sessions, and rooming needs. Also check each hotel's location, parking, and whether the property can support your timeline and any special requests.
Can Engine help with both the guest-room block and the meeting space for a conference?
Yes. For guest rooms, you can book directly on Engine if you need eight rooms or fewer; for nine or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room block. To find and request meeting or event space, use Engine Spaces, which connects planners to venues across the country. Engine Spaces lets you search and request the space you need, and the property coordinates the details like AV, catering, and room setup.
How far ahead should I book hotel rooms when planning a conference in Minneapolis?
For a large event, start your search as soon as you have the date and expected headcount. Popular dates and properties fill quickly, especially during peak conference season or citywide events. Booking early gives you better room availability, more flexibility in negotiating rates, and time to coordinate meeting space and guest-room blocks without last-minute stress.