Holidazzling – How to Host the Hottest Minnesota Hotel Holiday Party

Now you can learn the simple secret to combining just the right elements with the proper place to create a memorable Minnesota gathering your guests will rave about. Host your holiday happening at one of these hot hotels and you can expect dazzling results. 

Whether it’s a Dicken’s Christmas, an International Holiday, or Winter Wonderland, choosing a theme will guide you and help make it easy to select your party’s food, décor, and even location. Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is an ideal locale for a period holiday event. The historic building was originally constructed as a railway station more than a century ago. Beautifully restored to its past grandeur, the ambience of the hotel and surrounding area will lend distinctive charm to the festivities.

This November, the JW Marriot Minneapolis Mall of America will be opening its doors and inviting guests to indulge in the luxurious surroundings. With more than 18,000 square feet of Mall of America meeting space, 7,000 square feet of pre-function space and sophisticated décor, this hotel lends itself to an upscale, chic theme for your holiday affair.

It’s the holidays, so people’s calendars fill up fast. You might be competing with family gatherings, neighborhood parties, or community functions for your guests’ time, so giving them a good reason to choose to attend your event may be as simple as selecting the right location.

The Sonesta ES Suites in Eagan are conveniently located just minutes from the MSP International Airport. What’s more, 120 oversized suites make it an ideal location for those guests wishing to spend some time before or after the party to explore nearby Mall of America, Minnesota Zoo or events at the Xcel or Target Centers.

Looking for something a little more urban? Then check out Aloft Minneapolis in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. Featuring design-forward decor, on-site catering, and gorgeous cityscape views, your guests are sure to be energized by the exciting city vibe.

Crisp linens, gorgeous centerpieces, and holiday decorations come together perfectly when the room you’re trimming is already beautiful. Choosing a place that has a dazzling décor — floor-to-ceiling windows, sparkling chandeliers, delightful architectural touches — makes your job that much easier and more fun.

With its industrial schoolhouse interior, city skyline views and “geek chic” atmosphere, it won’t take long for your guests to learn to love The Commons Hotel located on the east bank of the University of Minnesota campus. The newly renovated Intercontinental St. Paul-Riverfront Hotel is the pinnacle of luxury perched atop the bluffs of the Mississippi River in downtown St. Paul. Featuring glorious river views and elegant spaces, your holiday happening can’t help but be magical. Or, for a little slice of heaven, the handsomely furnished, beautifully carpeted Italianate structure of The St. James Hotel in Redwing offers your guests the splendor of Old World style with the amenities and culinary delights of a modern first-class establishment.

It goes without saying that the holiday feast must be a culinary dream come true. Working with Chef Paul Neu at the Westin Edina Galleria, you can concoct a banquet that will appeal not only to the appetite, but to all the senses as well. With 30 years or experience, Paul artfully enhances the flavors of each dish he prepares, whether for two or two hundred.

Boasting what is annually recognized as the best restaurant in Twin Cities, The St. Paul Hotel serves up mouthwatering menu choices including prime steaks, thick-cut chops, succulent poultry, and fresh seafood.

It’s critical to ensure your venue has the space and AV equipment needed to accommodate your event entertainment, whether that’s Santa or a celestial choir. Country Inn by Carlson Saint Paul East provides you with free high-speed Internet access, on-site AV equipment, LCD projectors and even a customized web page unique to your event.  With accommodations for up to 100 guests, even North Pole elves could get in on the act.

Still can’t choose? Reference our easy-to-use directory for complete listings of other Hotel Banquet Halls and Hotel Reception Halls in Minnesota.