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I’ve stayed at The Normandy three times now. In part for the location, but also because we enjoy the hotel and it’s excellent restaurant. The parking is easy, the rooms comfortable and clean. Our shower was particularly nice. We didn’t get to take advantage of the milk and cookies this time but I’ve had them before and it’s a nice touch. The gentleman at the front desk was very pleasant and helpful; all the staff we encountered were very nice. We particularly like the Normandy Kitchen. I’ve had many delicious meals there and heartily recommend the caramelized Brussel sprouts with Lardons. It was so good we considered ordering a second helping as dessert. I’m sure we will stay there again.

It is near the station, but the soundproofing is good and there is no noise. The room does not have bottled water, but there is a direct drinking water system. It is equipped with a microwave and dishwasher, so you can cook some simple meals yourself.

A “distinctive” lodging options with some downsides. The rooms are spacious and quiet. What they don’t tell you until you book the room: Parking is off-site and a block or more away. Not an ideal situation for seniors with mobility issues. There is no microwave. No ice. TV is not cable, so be prepared for local broadcasts and limited options. No towel bars. Not a single one. Toilet paper felt like crepe paper, only thinner. Lodging is in the MSP flight path, and the windows and exterior walls are not insulated against noise. There are odor eliminators placed in strategic locations in the room, presumably to eliminate objectionable odors…from what, who knows? ( It was once an assisted living facility.) The HVAC is very, very poor. Other than that? Not bad. Don't let the room size fool you. We will not be staying again.

Staff was great. Some reviews have mentioned the ”sketchy” neighborhood, but it really isn't. Those strip clubs nearby have been there a lot longer than the AC Hotel or the Four Seasons next door. There are also many fine dining establishments nearby, including the famous Murray's steakhouse, 112 Eatery, and many more. Check out Bunker's Music Club too, one of the best smaller live music venues in the country. Back to the AC. Our bed was great, room surprisingly quiet (back side) and well appointed. Bathroom needed some minor repair work that housekeeping should have reported, but it wasn't worth call engineering up on a two night stay. These hotels have nice appointments and design, but aren't really full service like a Marriott. I would rate it five stars except for a couple things. $35 parking fee was disclosed, but I was very surprised to find that was a self-parking rate, not valet. It's not a terribly long way, but not all that convenient either. The other thing was being told when we checked in that because we were just staying two nights we would not receive housekeeping. It is standard these days to give guests a choice on short stays, and we often would forgo it, but it's not normal to just bluntly inform them they won't receive housekeeping for a $200 a night room. We didn't care much for that, and ended up having to call for fresh coffee supplies and towels and such anyway. I'd stay there again, the staff was very good and friendly, but they could sharpen up a bit.

This was in a great location, very safe, I read nervous trying to find a place to park in other to check in but it went fine. It costs but I highly recommend pushing. I used the underground parkng for extra security. Fun style to the room. Safe in room. Cost space, ice bucket, fridge, TV. Lots of plans everywhere for electronic. Yep shade in the large window one to block sun another to let light in. Nice Good restaurant in site It is safe because you need your key for your room, EV Elevators, to get to unwind parking and lobby bathroom ! Highly recommended!