Where to Stay Near Bloomington’s Corporate Offices and Colleges
When business or higher education brings you to the Twin Cities, Bloomington makes an ideal home base. Located just minutes from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and connected by major highways and transit, the city offers nearly 10,000 hotel rooms across more than 45 properties—many within minutes of corporate headquarters, healthcare campuses, and colleges.
Whether you’re interviewing for a new position, attending a conference, visiting a college student, or meeting with clients, you’ll find accommodations that combine convenience with easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Stay Near Bloomington’s Major Employers
Bloomington is home to more than 100,000 jobs and serves as headquarters or a major operations hub for nationally recognized companies including HealthPartners, The Toro Co., Seagate Technology, Donaldson Co., and Mall of America.
Many of these corporate campuses are located along the Interstate 494 corridor and in Bloomington’s South Loop and Normandale Lake districts, making it easy to reach meetings while staying close to restaurants, coffee shops, and after-hours attractions. Business travelers will find a wide range of accommodations nearby, from Hilton Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport and Element by Marriott Bloomington Mall of America in the South Loop to Courtyard by Marriott Edina Bloomington and Staybridge Suites Minneapolis-Bloomington near the Normandale Lake business district. Many offer amenities designed for corporate travelers, including complimentary Wi-Fi, meeting space, airport shuttle service, business centers, and on-site dining.
Convenient for College Visits
Bloomington is also an excellent choice for families touring colleges or visiting students.
Within Bloomington, Normandale Community College offers associate degrees, transfer pathways, and workforce programs, while nearby Northwestern Health Sciences University specializes in healthcare education.
Several other colleges and universities are just a short drive away, including University of Minnesota, University of St. Thomas, Augsburg University, Macalester College, and Minneapolis College, making Bloomington a central location for campus tours or commencement weekends.
Hotels for Every Traveler
Whether you’re looking for luxury accommodations or a practical place to recharge, Bloomington offers options for every type of traveler.
Travelers wanting to stay steps from shopping, dining, and entertainment can choose Radisson Blu Mall of America or JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America, both directly connected to Mall of America. “Mall of America is a hub of amazing restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. It is a destination in and of itself,” says Christina Drew, director of event planning at JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America. “Guests get the excitement of the Mall’s many attractions while having a peaceful spot to return to for rest and relaxation.”
Business travelers may appreciate full-service hotels with meeting facilities, such as Sheraton Bloomington Hotel or Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington, while extended-stay properties like Homewood Suites by Hilton Minneapolis-Mall of America and Hyatt House Mall of America/MSP Airport offer kitchenettes and extra space for longer assignments. Families visiting local colleges will also find a wide selection of hotels with complimentary breakfast, indoor pools, and free parking.
Many Bloomington hotels also participate in Stay, Park & Fly packages, making early-morning departures and extended trips much more convenient. Depending on the property, packages may include up to 7 to 14 days of parking, complimentary airport 
shuttle service, breakfast, and overnight accommodations. Participating hotels include favorites such as Radisson Blu Mall of America, Hyatt Regency Bloomington Minneapolis, Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Airport, Courtyard Bloomington by Mall of America, Residence Inn Bloomington by Mall of America, Fairfield Inn & Suites Bloomington/Mall of America, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and many more. With most hotels located just minutes from MSP Airport and Mall of America, it’s an easy way to start your trip without the hassle of airport parking.
Beyond Business
One of Bloomington’s biggest advantages is that work trips don’t have to feel like work.
After meetings wrap up, unwind with dinner at one of Bloomington’s acclaimed restaurants, explore hundreds of stores and attractions at Mall of America, hike the trails of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, or catch a concert or sporting event in nearby Minneapolis or St. Paul.
Whether you’re here for a corporate meeting, recruiting event, campus visit, or professional conference, Bloomington’s central location, diverse hotel options, and easy access to the Twin Cities make it a smart and comfortable place to stay.
