Nicollet Island Inn

First off, I was charged an extra “historic building” fee when I checked in. When I questioned it, I was told it was because I didn’t use their website to book. The room was ok, no hairdryer. There was an almost constant loud him coming from the bathroom wall. Nice view of the river but awakened at 4 am by people yelling and fighting somewhere. Restaurant only serves breakfast on weekends and we were unable to find any open places for breakfast within walking distance. Wasn’t a terrible stay but I wouldn’t go back.

Very cute, traditional and extremely well-kept, friendly staff, cool location. Easy to walk to all that NorthEast has to offer, walks along St. Anthony Main and the falls, and quiet. Didn't eat at the restaurant this trip, but have in the past and that's a great experience as well. The brick roads, the film festivals, the nature in the city. Will totally stay here again.

What a hidden gem this hotel is! The personnel, the beautiful rooms, the surroundings, the restaurant. We walked around downtown, enjoyed being by the river and seeing the city from a different view. Was truly a pleasure to stay at the Nicollet Island Inn again. Will be back soon!

Amazing view, staff, food, drinks, vibe, and service! 100% recommend if you are looking for an experience. This place is a hidden gem filled with lots of fun things to do within walking distance, such as bars, restaurants, clubs, grocery store, boutique clothing store, concerts, etc.

Had a wonderful one night stay at the historic Nicollet Island Inn. Beautiful location and very convenient to downtown Minneapolis, St. Anthony Main/Stone Arch Bridge area and the University of Minnesota. We had a king room that was clean, comfortable, quiet, and spacious. Complimentary coffee in the morning, but no refrigerator in room. Staff was super friendly. Plenty of free parking. When you book a room, you have the option to make reservations for the restaurant, but we opted to eat elsewhere. It is expensive to stay here, but we loved it and would definitely stay again!

We stayed at the Inn for our 40th wedding anniversary, and got their ultimate romance package, which includes champagne, flowers, and sweets in the room, as well as a five-course dinner with wine, brunch the next morning, and souvenirs. It was worth every penny! Jenny, the manager, was very accommodating, handling a few special requests and helping to orchestrate a special presentation after dinner. The Inn itself and the room were delightful, with lovely views of the river and island, and antique furniture to give it a real 19th century ambiance. The mattress was a bit firm for our tastes, but probably perfect for others, and as you might expect with a 130 year old property there were signs of the building’s age, like uneven floors, but that only added to the charm. Best of all, it was very quiet and peaceful. The staff in the bar and dining room gave exquisite service. You could tell that many had been there for a long time and loved their jobs. The service was absolutely first class, and the food matched it. I had no idea that the restaurant was so good! It is truly a hidden gem! The restaurant manager assisted in presenting our anniversary rings, a surprise for my wife, and the hostess graciously videoed the whole thing to we can relive the moment for years to come. I think we have found a new anniversary tradition!

It seems no one is paying attention to how rundown the rooms have become. Chairs are so sprung and stained you can’t actually sit in them, desks that look like dogs have gnawed on them, shower curtains not hooked to their rings. An HVAC system that must be controlled by the front desk- cannot be controlled by the room (and doesn’t work well in either case). Rooms in the front have lights blasting in from the parking lot and the bridge- with no black out curtains. The rooms all need to be attended to- freshened, new furniture and a renewed commitment to the guest experience. I personally saw two occupied rooms wedged open with no housekeeping staff even on the same floor leaving the personal possessions at risk. The location is great, the outside of the building charming, but inside its a sad remnant of what it used to be.

This boutique Inn is really special. A rock solid construction gives it a special charm. The room and bed were terrific. Staff was absolutely outstanding. The restaurant and bar are both very good as well. Great Minneapolis location. A unique place we will enjoy again in the future.

Imperial Anniversary Celebration We so enjoyed another dinner - this one very special - at the bar at Nicollet Island Inn. Our bartender is one off the best in the business. We split a generous - and delish - Caesar salad before dinner was served. We can’t say enough about the sea bass and salmon dishes or the Keenan (Napa 2020) Summer Blend wine (90% Chardonnay with 10% Albariño). I think our bottle was the last one. The Inn staff know how to create an incredible dining experience. Be there!