
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Best for families, shoppers, and guests who want direct access to Mall of America and on-site family amenities.
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Radisson Blu Mall of America is a 4.5-star, family-friendly hotel directly connected to Mall of America; good for shoppers, families, and meeting groups. InterContinental Minneapolis St. Paul Airport is an upscale 5-star hotel connected to MSP Airport; a strong pick for business travelers and guests needing airport convenience.
Updated · about 6.3 km (3.9 mi) apart

Best for families, shoppers, and guests who want direct access to Mall of America and on-site family amenities.

Best for travelers who want a full-service, airport-connected luxury hotel with large conference facilities and a 24-hour complimentary airport shuttle.
When Radisson Blu Mall of America wins: choose Radisson Blu if you want direct indoor access to Mall of America, family-friendly features (Blu Kids Club, family pool), an on-site spa (Laughing Waters Spa), and a hotel geared to shoppers and families.
When InterContinental Minneapolis St. Paul Airport wins: choose InterContinental if proximity to MSP, a 24-hour business center, extensive conference and meeting space, and a higher star rating are priorities — especially for business or early/late flights.
Bottom line: both are upscale and convenient to MSP, but Radisson Blu is the clear pick for families and Mall access; InterContinental is the better option for travelers who need an airport-focused luxury property with extensive meeting facilities.
| Category | Radisson Blu Mall of America | InterContinental Minneapolis St. Paul Airport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Family- and shopping-focused 4.5-star hotel | Upscale 5-star airport hotel with business/meeting emphasis |
| Location | Direct indoor skyway into Mall of America (shopping/attractions) | On-site/connected to Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) |
| Size (rooms) | 500 rooms and suites across 13 floors | 291 air-conditioned rooms |
| Best for ages | All ages — families and kids welcome (kids up to 17 stay free in many sources) | All ages — no adults-only restriction published |
| Pools | Indoor saline pool (47 x 19 ft) with daily hours and adult-only early swim times | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar + 2 bars/lounges, coffee shop, 24-hr room service | LaVoya (French brasserie) plus 1 bar/lounge and room service (limited hours) |
| Spa | Laughing Waters Spa (massage, facials, sauna, steam; reservations required) | Not published |
| Known for | Direct Mall of America access, family amenities, large meeting/wedding spaces | Airport-connected luxury, large conference footprint, complimentary airport shuttle |
| Airport shuttle | Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle (operates on request) | |
| Meeting & event space | ~26,300 sq ft of flexible meeting/event space with multiple ballrooms and rooms | About 29,999 sq ft (2,787 m²) of conference space with 19 meeting rooms |
Radisson Blu sits directly connected to Mall of America via an indoor skyway, placing shopping and family attractions steps from the lobby.
Best choice if you want instant, weatherproof access to Mall of America and its attractions.
InterContinental Minneapolis St. Paul Airport sits adjacent to MSP and markets itself as an upscale airport-connected hotel.
Best choice if proximity to MSP and quick terminal access are the top priorities.
Radisson Blu offers 500 rooms and suites with family-friendly configurations and a Business Class lounge on the 13th floor.
Choose Radisson Blu for larger room inventory, family suites and dedicated business-class lounge access.
InterContinental provides 291 air-conditioned rooms and a mix of classic, premium and suite options.
Choose InterContinental for a smaller, luxury-focused room roster with premium bedding and airport views.
Radisson Blu's main outlet is FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, supported by additional bars and room service.
Pick Radisson Blu if the Mall of America plus a notable on-site American restaurant matter.
InterContinental features LaVoya, a French brasserie-style restaurant, plus a bar/lounge and limited room service.
Pick InterContinental if you prefer a full-service hotel restaurant close to the airport and a quieter evening dining scene.
Radisson Blu has a family-friendly indoor saline pool with published dimensions and set guest hours.
Radisson Blu is the better pick if an indoor pool and family swim times are important.
InterContinental's supplier listing does not publish a pool as an amenity.
InterContinental emphasizes airport convenience and meeting facilities rather than a guest pool (not published).
Radisson Blu offers Laughing Waters Spa plus a 24-hour fitness center and evening lounge options.
Radisson Blu suits guests who want an on-site spa and casual evening dining or lounge options after visiting the mall.
InterContinental lists 24-hour fitness facilities and concierge services; a spa is not published in the supplied facts.
InterContinental is focused on business travelers and events; spa services are not published and should be confirmed directly.

Radisson Blu — direct indoor skyway to Mall of America, family pool and kids’ programs.

InterContinental — attached to MSP with a 24-hour complimentary airport shuttle and quick terminal access.

InterContinental — roughly 29,999 sq ft of conference space and 19 meeting rooms.

Radisson Blu — Laughing Waters Spa with massages, facials, sauna and steam room (reservations required).
InterContinental is better for early/late flights because it’s airport-connected and offers a 24-hour complimentary airport shuttle.
Radisson Blu is best for families thanks to Mall of America access, a family-friendly indoor pool, kids’ programs and family room options.
Radisson Blu publishes an on-site spa (Laughing Waters Spa). InterContinental’s supplier listing does not publish a spa — check the hotel directly.
Yes. Radisson Blu has about 26,300 sq ft of event space; InterContinental lists about 29,999 sq ft and 19 meeting rooms.
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