The Depot
Minneapolis,
a Renaissance Hotel
The Courtyard by Marriott at the Depot converts to a
full service, luxury hotel in May, 2007
Each Renaissance hotel has a unique story that is narrated and
delivered through the hotel’s distinctive décor and ambiance. The
Depot’s character is steeped in rich architectural details along
with a collection of period and historical artifacts, making it an
ideal location for a Renaissance.
Designed to enhance the enjoyment of traveling, the full-service
Renaissance Hotel at The Depot invites guests to experience a sense
of the history and unique architecture of the train depot. Guest
rooms will receive special attention with comfortable and stylish
furniture and luxurious bedding reflecting a modern take on historic
charm. The rooms will also be equipped to meet guests’ technology
and business needs with a state of the art connectivity panel which
allows you to work, watch and listen simultaneously in the comfort
of your room on a 32-inch flat panel HDTV.
The Depot will continue to be a distinctive landmark in the city’s
landscape as a venue for meetings and special events. The banquet
and conference rooms will be re-styled with distinctive furnishings
and upscale décor. The Depot’s and Chef Roger James’ well-respected
local reputation for exceptional catering will continue to provide
unique, customized menus that will delight even the savviest of
palates. Whether all dressed up or casual, the Depot’s skilled staff
will coordinate all the details to create a flawless event.
The Depot is in a highly visible location near the new Guthrie
Theater and is in the heart of the revitalized Mill District of
Minneapolis. Originally serving the city as a train station, The
Depot once again reopened its doors following an extensive
renovation completed in 2001. The building incorporates Renaissance
Revival old world charm architecture with modern amenities such as
an indoor water park and seasonal indoor ice skating rink to provide
guests with a memorable experience. The Renaissance is to be one of
three types of accommodations at the site; the Residence Inn by
Marriott and historic suites will remain.
HISTORY OF THE DEPOT
The last train left in
1971, but the Depot still stands as a monument of rail days gone by.
For nearly seven decades, family members and loved ones stood at the
atrium of the Depot and waved to passengers boarding the trains of
the Milwaukee Road line. |
