Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis continues its five-month celebration of winter by introducing a series of outdoor adventures to build upon the dining and shopping experience in Nordic Village, the guided sauna experience at The Spa, and the Mediterranean meets Minnesota experience in Mara. Additionally, to keep guests warm and cozy throughout their activities of choice, the hotel will soon be offering a selection of winter wear on loan from Canada Goose.
“Our team at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis believes in winter, and we believe in our community,” says General Manager Florian Riedel. “Inviting guests to participate in these seasonal events and outdoor adventures is another way we can bring people together and shine a light on our beautiful home state and all it has to offer. When you stay with us, you’ll get the best of both worlds: adventure by day and city by night.”
Outdoor Adventures
From ice fishing and Nordic skiing to snowshoeing, curling, and more, hotel guests are invited to enjoy seasonal activities best experienced in Minnesota. Favorites from the Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis team are all within 45 minutes of the hotel and include:
- Ice Fishing on Lake Minnetonka: Few things are as northern as standing in the cold, waiting for the fish to bite. But, RĒL Fishing provides the glamping version of an ice-fishing adventure. Located on Lake Minnetonka, this endearing village of ice houses is well-equipped with everything one needs to catch fish in comfort and style.
- Nordic Skiing with The Loppet Foundation: Offering a healthy workout and unique access to winter nature, cross-country skiing is a popular Minnesota sport for all ages. The trails at Theodore Wirth Park—headquarters of The Loppet Foundation—are world class; Olympic gold medalist and Minnesota native Jessie Diggins has skied here, and the park will host the COOP FIS Cross-Country World Cup this February.
- Snowshoeing at Fort Snelling State Park: A snowshoe excursion along the trails of Fort Snelling State Park allows guests an opportunity to revel in the quiet beauty of winter, take in the tranquil scenery, and access the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers—a sacred place that marks the origin of the Dakota people.
- Curling at Frogtown Curling Club: The Twin Cities are home to more curlers than anywhere else in the country, and they play this unique sport as much for the strategy and skill as the postgame socializing. Visitors will spot signatures from former U.S. team skipper Debbie McCormick and member John Landsteiner on the Frogtown Wall of Fame.
- Snowmobiling the Northwest Trails: Explore the natural landscape just north of the Twin Cities while enjoying the great outdoors—and a bit of adventure. Snowmobiles can cover a large amount of varied terrain, from lakes to park reserves to unique Minnesota towns.
- Ice Skating at the Guidant John Rose MN Oval: At 110,000 square feet, the oval is the largest refrigerated outdoor rink in North America. Whether figure skating, speed skating, or playing pond hockey—a Minnesota tradition—the evergreen-lined loop welcomes skaters of all ages and abilities. Olympic speed skaters Bonnie Blair and Dan Jansen have skated the loop.
- Ice Skating at Centennial Lakes Park: Nestled in tony suburb Edina, Centennial Lakes Park is a charming 24-acre park with a large pond. Offering a warming house and skate rentals, popular restaurants sit just steps away for post-skate refreshments.
- Snow Tubing at Buck Hill: Located just south of the Twin Cities, Buck Hill has been the training ground for Olympic skiers like Lindsey Vonn, Tasha Nelson McCrank, and Kristina Koznick. While visitors can take to the steep ski hills, tubing is a family-friendly way for the young and young at heart to satisfy a need for speed.
Interested residents and guests are encouraged to reach out to the Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis’ Guest Experience team for more information. Likewise, event hosts and meeting planners may contact the Events Team at sales.minneapolis@fourseasons.com to learn more about group experiences and arrange hotel tours.
Winter Wear From Canada Goose
As part of a new collaboration with Canada Goose, one of the world’s leading makers of performance luxury apparel, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis will be offering guests a selection of jackets on loan in 2024 so they may experience winter to the fullest. Available in a variety of colors and styles, winter apparel will be on display from the moment guests arrive as all hotel employees at the door as well as those stationed in Nordic Village will be outfitted in Canada Goose parkas. Interested guests are invited to reach out to the ohtel’s Guest Experience team with their requests for the New Year.
Winter Weekends in Nordic Vilalge
A collection of cedar cabins on Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis’ fourth-floor al fresco space, Nordic Village is open for dinners, private events, and buyouts Wednesdays through Sundays through March 31, 2024, and local shopping on winter weekends through Jan. 28, 2024. Minnesota’s own MartinPatrick3, an internationally recognized boutique dedicated to building a one-of-a-kind experience, designed and decorated the cabins, while area curator Mich Berthiaume facilities the markets. Those who dine in Nordic Village unlock seasonal savings on an overnight stay—and suites include a bottle of Dom Pérignon. Reservations become available one month at a time on Tock.
A Guided Sauna Experience
The Spa is offering a guided sauna experience as part of its commitment to nourishment through nature. A collaborative effort with Cedar + Stone Nordic Sauna, a North American leader in premium sauna design and construction as well as experience creation, this 75-minute service is curated for each Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis guest with their unique wellness goals in mind. Appointments for one to eight people may be made online or by calling 612-895-5707.
Winter Warmth at Mara
Named Restaurant of the Year in its first year open by both Minnesota Monthly and The Star Tribune, Mara’s menu and staff warm up every encounter. Seasonal events include two meals on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24), all-day dining on Christmas Day (Dec. 25), four courses on New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31), a new prix-fixe menu for New Year’s Day (Jan. 1), and a signature event—A Winter’s Table (Feb. 1)—during The Great Northern Festival. Reservations are available on Tock.
