Situated on the Mall’s south side, the upper 500-room upscale hotel is a part of the Phase II high-end expansion at Mall of America. Designed by ESG, the 13-storey Radisson Blu at Mall of America will be the first hotel connected to the mall by skyway.
The hotel will feature a drive-up entry on the ground floor and the lobby on the mall’s second floor. The custom-designed guest rooms will feature three distinctive Radisson room styles, including Mansion House, Naturally Cool and Urban.
The hotel will offer various recreational facilities including a full-service spa, a fitness facility and an indoor swimming pool. Conference facilities will include more than 22,500 square feet of meeting and event space, encompassing two spacious ballrooms. There will be a Concierge Lounge and floor with upgraded rooms and amenities. The hotel will also feature a FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar.
Carlson and Mortenson are equity partners in the hotel. Mortenson is the developer and general contractor. Carlson Hotels has a 40-year management contract to manage the hotel. The hotel is expected to open in March 2013.
