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Hotel offers free breakfast buffet with sausage, eggs, and fresh fruit, perfect for a quick start. Enjoy indoor pools and jacuzzis with towel service for relaxation. Rooms provide USB ports for convenience, while the lobby's fireplace seating creates a cozy spot to unwind.

Morning meals feature a free breakfast buffet with sausage, eggs, yogurt, biscuits and gravy, and fresh fruit. Options include cereal, coffee, juice, toast, muffins, and oatmeal, making it a no fuss start to the day.

People are saying

"This hotel's location is great, just a short walk to the mall."

"It's so easy to walk to the mall via the heated skyway."

"The breakfast buffet was wonderful."

Good to know

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The hotel is directly across the street from the Mall of America, accessible via skyway.

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The hotel offered a really good free breakfast that ran from 6am to 10:30am.

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The hotel offered free parking for the duration of my stay.

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Seafood restaurant

Cozy seafood spot shines with a family-friendly vibe and dim lighting perfect for quiet dinners. The all you can eat shrimp buffet is a standout favorite. Unique cocktails like Bahamas mama add fun at the bar.

Offers an all you can eat shrimp special that stands out as a favorite dish.

People are saying

"Our server Jessica was amazing and the highlight of our meal."

"I loved the endless shrimp and tried all the varieties."

"The all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet had so many flavors to try."

Good to know

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They are having lobster fest right now.

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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm with discounted appetizers.

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Expect a wait time of 30 minutes during peak dinner hours.

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Chinese restaurant

Small town vibe creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere with friendly service. Lunch buffet shines with fresh, hot dishes offering excellent quality and value. Decor reflects Asian culture, adding to the relaxing, pleasant mood.

Lunch buffet offers a good variety of fresh, hot, and tasty dishes. Quality stays very high with many items rated from excellent to very good, providing good value for money.

People are saying

"I thought the Chinese food here was the best I ever had."

"This lunch spot has a great buffet with fresh, hot, tasty food."

"The lunch buffet here has really excellent food."

Good to know

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The lunch buffet is available only during lunch hours.

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The price for the lunch buffet is approximately $16.30 with tax.

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Food allergy concerns are taken seriously; inform staff of any allergies.

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Buffet offers all-you-can-eat grilled meats with sushi and a large salad bar. Atmosphere is laid-back and relaxing with Brazilian music and white linen tablecloths. Guests enjoy skewered cuts served at table using green and red cards to signal readiness.

An all-you-can-eat Brazilian meat buffet features a wide variety of grilled meats served continuously. The buffet also includes sushi and offers more than a standard salad bar.

People are saying

"The Salad Bar had a huge selection and everything was fresh."

"The steak here is amazing; the gaucho was always attentive."

"You get a continuous stream of various meats brought to your table."

Good to know

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Happy hour specials run from 4-6pm with discounted drinks and appetizers.

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The restaurant offers a special Monday through Thursday for $39.95.

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Couples Night is a weekly event with special pricing and menu options.

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Candy store shines with a huge variety of sweets and a lively, nostalgic atmosphere. Kids love the $5 candy buffet where they scoop treats by hand. An attached ice cream parlor adds a unique experience for all ages.

A $5 candy buffet lets you fill a small box completely closed with candy. Kids enjoy the candy selection and ice cream. Many people scoop candy with their hands.

People are saying

"I found an awesome selection of candy and soda."

"I thought the ice cream was very nice, more than just good."

"I loved the candy buffet, especially with the kids."

Good to know

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The $5 fill-a-box candy deal allows for self-service with many options.

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The $5 box is approximately 4x4x1.75 inches and can be filled well.

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The shop offers a huge variety of candies and sodas, including unique items.

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Hotel blends modern design with quiet atmosphere despite nearby highway. Breakfast buffet shines with premade omelets and friendly service. Shuttle runs 24/7 to airport and mall, adding great convenience.

Breakfast offers premade omelets, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pastries, and pancakes when the machine works. Vanessa keeps the buffet stocked with a smile even during busy mornings.

People are saying

"The hotel shuttle drivers are so friendly and helpful."

"The breakfast here is great and fresh."

"The staff here are top-notch, kind, and helpful."

Good to know

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Parking costs $15 per night, even when the lot is full.

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The hotel offers a free shuttle service to the Mall of America and the airport.

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Breakfast options are included in the stay.

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Spacious suites offer great views of airport activity and separate living areas. Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelettes and a lively atmosphere filled with families. Amenities include a large hot tub and shuttle service, blending casual professionalism with energy.

Free breakfast includes a buffet with made-to-order omelettes and cook-to-order eggs. The buffet offers a variety of great breakfast options and a happy hour drink in the evening.

People are saying

"The hotel staff here is amazing and so attentive."

"The Happy Hour had complimentary drinks and snacks for the whole family."

"The breakfast buffet had lots of options, including made-to-order omelets."

Good to know

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The hotel offers a complimentary happy hour with drinks and snacks for the whole family.

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Parking costs $15 per night, which may not be disclosed during booking.

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Shuttle service to the airport starts at 3:30 AM for early rides.

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Hotel has a clean pool and hot tub with a lively bar featuring billiards and foosball. Breakfast buffet offers a large variety of fresh, hot dishes with friendly staff. Rooms feel cozy and comfortable despite some wear, but expect a busy, noisy atmosphere.

Breakfast buffet offers a large variety of dishes, all fresh and served hot. Staff remain friendly while maintaining quality throughout.

People are saying

"The hotel staff here is so friendly and helpful."

"It's a nice, quiet place for rest."

"The breakfast buffet was fresh, hot, and had a large variety."

Good to know

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The free airport shuttle needs to be booked in advance at the front desk.

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Parking is ample and offers park and fly rates.

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Breakfast costs $12.99 for guests and is freshly prepared.

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Buffet restaurant

Buffet shines with all you can eat sushi and fresh seafood like crab legs and shrimp. Warm, dim lighting and Asian style seating create a lively yet inviting vibe. Staff keep dishes replenished, making it a great spot for variety and atmosphere.

An expansive selection of Asian dishes includes crayfish, crab legs, various shrimp, and a wide variety of sushi. The buffet offers fresh food with staff keeping items replenished and features an all you can eat sushi option.

People are saying

"The buffet staff were friendly and kept the food fresh."

"I loved the variety of fresh seafood, especially the shrimp."

"It's so Kid Friendly, my nephew ate three plates of crab legs!"

Good to know

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Lunch costs $16.98 per person, which some find overpriced.

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The buffet has limited seafood options and may not be safe for those with allergies.

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Expect a busy atmosphere during lunch hours, which may affect service.

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Boutique hotel blends Minnesota-themed decor with modern design for a cozy feel. Spacious rooms with excellent blackout shades ensure quiet and rest. Buffet shines with plentiful hot food and a wide variety on Saturdays, while the large indoor pool adds lively contrast.

Plentiful and hot food defines the buffet, with a good variety on Saturdays. The breakfast buffet offers many choices and impresses with its quality.

People are saying

"The hotel rooms were clean and beautiful."

"It's a quiet location, perfect for a peaceful stay."

"The breakfast buffet had so many good choices and impressive quality."

Good to know

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The hotel offers a complimentary cocktail service on select evenings.

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Happy hour features an innovative cocktail menu with unique options.

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The hotel is conveniently located near the Mall of America and the airport.

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Strip mall has wide selection of thrift and coffee shops with vintage items. Parking can be chaotic or easy. Buffet offers a 98 lb option with dishes ranging from mediocre to phenomenal.

The buffet offers a 98 lb option with a wide variety of dishes. Quality ranges from mediocre to phenomenal depending on the visit.

People are saying

"I visited the thrift store and they had used clothing for sale."

"I tried the 98 Pounds Buffet and it was phenomenal."

"Parking was easy to find and plentiful."

Good to know

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Parking at Clover Shopping Center can be limited and hard to find.

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The thrift store often feels disorganized, making it hard to browse.

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There is plenty of parking available at Clover Shopping Center.

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