
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Best for shoppers and families who want direct indoor access to Mall of America and on-site family amenities.
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Radisson Blu Mall of America is a large, family-friendly 4.5-star hotel directly connected to Mall of America and aimed at shoppers, families, and business groups. Omni Viking Lakes Hotel is an upscale 4-star property in Eagan with a sports-and-wellness focus—read this if you want proximity to Mall of America vs a quieter, activity-oriented south‑metro base.
Updated · about 8.1 miles (13.0 km) apart

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

Best for guests who prefer a quieter south-metro hotel with sports access, a full spa, and both indoor and outdoor pools.
When Radisson Blu Mall of America wins: choose Radisson Blu if your priority is direct, indoor access to Mall of America, an on-site signature restaurant (FireLake), large event ballrooms, or if you're traveling with kids who want immediate access to Nickelodeon Universe and aquarium attractions.
When Omni Viking Lakes Hotel wins: pick the Omni for an emphasis on sports and wellness—it’s well-located for events at TCO Performance Center, has both indoor and outdoor pools plus a full-service spa, and feels more like a suburban conference and fitness hub.
Bottom line: both are upscale south-metro hotels; pick Radisson Blu for shopping, family activities, and larger event needs, and pick Omni Viking Lakes for sports, spa services, and a quieter suburban setting.
| Category | Radisson Blu Mall of America | Omni Viking Lakes Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Busy, family- and business-oriented hotel centered on shopping and entertainment access | Upscale suburban hotel with a sports, wellness and meetings orientation |
| Location | Bloomington — directly connected to Mall of America via indoor skyway | Eagan — in the Viking Lakes entertainment district near TCO Performance Center |
| Size (rooms) | 500 guestrooms and suites across 13 floors | 320 guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages — family-friendly, kids programs and family pool | All ages — not adults-only; family stays permitted |
| Pools | Indoor saline pool (47ft x 19ft) with guest hours and adult-only windows; 24-hr fitness center | Indoor pool plus an outdoor pool and hot tub; pool hoist and accessible features; 24-hour fitness center |
| Restaurants & bars | FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar (signature onsite), coffee shop, two bars/lounges, room service | Kyndred Hearth (onsite restaurant), coffee shop/cafe, poolside bar and two bars/lounges |
| Spa & wellness | Laughing Waters Spa on Level 3 with massages, facials, sauna and steam room; fitness classes | Full-service spa with massage, body treatments, facials, sauna; reservations required for treatments |
| Meeting & event space | About 26,300 sq ft including two ballrooms and many meeting rooms (large-capacity wedding/meeting options) | Approximately 7,500 sq ft of conference space and 19 meeting rooms |
| Airport access | About 5–10 minute drive to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport; direct light-rail link via Mall of America | Preferred airport MSP about 9 miles / 14.5 km away; driving access to MSP |
| Known for | Direct skyway to Mall of America and family attractions (Nickelodeon Universe, SEA LIFE) | Proximity to TCO Performance Center, sports teams, and comprehensive spa/wellness facilities |
Radisson Blu sits at the Mall of America complex and connects directly to the mall via an indoor skyway.
Pick Radisson Blu if instant indoor access to Mall of America and its attractions matters.
Omni Viking Lakes is in Eagan’s Viking Lakes entertainment district, near the TCO Performance Center.
Choose Omni if you want a quieter base near sports venues and suburban attractions rather than being in the mall complex.
Radisson Blu offers 500 rooms and suites in a mix designed for families, couples and business travelers.
Radisson Blu is good when you need larger-room inventory, family suites, or Business Class perks.
Omni lists about 320 guestrooms with a range of Deluxe, Premier and Suite options.
Omni’s rooms are aimed at comfort and premium bedding—good for leisure or event stays where sleep and recovery matter.
Radisson Blu’s on-site FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar is the hotel’s culinary anchor.
If a well-known signature restaurant and easy access to hundreds of mall dining options are priorities, Radisson Blu is the pick.
Omni features Kyndred Hearth plus a coffee shop/cafe and poolside service.
Omni works well if you want decent on-site dining with an emphasis on relaxed, local-fare options and poolside service.
Radisson Blu’s notable water feature is an indoor saline pool with scheduled guest hours.
Families and shoppers who want an indoor pool directly at the mall gateway will appreciate Radisson Blu’s pool setup—confirm current pool availability before booking.
Omni Viking Lakes offers both indoor and outdoor pools plus a hot tub and poolside bar.
Omni provides more pool variety (indoor + outdoor) which fits guests who want lap time plus outdoor sun by the pool.
Radisson Blu includes the Laughing Waters Spa and a 24-hour fitness center with classes.
Radisson Blu is solid for spa and fitness plus immediate access to mall entertainment and restaurants.
Omni emphasizes sports, recovery and meetings with a full-service spa and easy access to local sports venues.
Omni is better when your trip is sport- or recovery-focused, or when you need many smaller meeting rooms tied to athletic events.

Radisson Blu — direct skyway into Mall of America, steps from Nickelodeon Universe and SEA LIFE.

Omni Viking Lakes — located in Viking Lakes and about 0.9 mi from TCO Performance Center with lots of meeting rooms.

Radisson Blu — FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar (farm-to-table, wood-fired menu) and multiple bars.

Omni Viking Lakes — both an indoor and outdoor pool plus hot tub and poolside bar.
Radisson Blu is directly connected to Mall of America via an indoor skyway; Omni Viking Lakes is about 8.1 miles away by car.
Radisson Blu is explicitly family-focused with kids programs and immediate access to mall attractions; Omni permits family stays but is more sports-and-wellness oriented.
Yes. Radisson Blu has Laughing Waters Spa; Omni Viking Lakes has a full-service spa offering massages, facials, and body treatments.
Radisson Blu has roughly 26,300 sq ft including large ballrooms and many meeting rooms; Omni provides about 7,500 sq ft and 19 meeting rooms.
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