
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Best for nonstop gambling, big-event entertainment and on-site golf.
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Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is a large Prior Lake resort centered on a 24/7 casino, live entertainment, golf and an on-site full-service spa — read this if you want non-stop gaming, concerts and resort amenities. Radisson Blu Mall of America is an upscale, conference-friendly hotel directly connected to Mall of America — read this if you want immediate mall access, aquarium and meeting-space convenience.
Updated · about 20 miles (≈32 km) apart

Best for nonstop gambling, big-event entertainment and on-site golf.

Best for direct, walkable access to Mall of America attractions and large meeting facilities.
When Mystic Lake Casino Hotel wins: choose Mystic Lake for a 24/7 casino floor, regular headliner shows, an 18-hole course on-site and resort-scale meeting and ballroom options — it’s a single place for gaming, dining, golf and spa time.
When Radisson Blu Mall of America wins: choose Radisson Blu when your priority is staying steps from Mall of America attractions (Nickelodeon Universe, Sea Life), using a large conference center close to the airport shuttle, or preferring an urban, mall-front hotel experience.
Bottom line: pick Mystic Lake if you want an adults-focused casino resort with entertainment and golf on property; pick Radisson Blu if you want an upscale, Mall of America–connected base for shopping, family-friendly attractions and business events.
| Category | Mystic Lake Casino Hotel | Radisson Blu Mall of America |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-focused, casino and entertainment hub with on-site golf and large ballrooms | Upscale city-hotel directly attached to a major shopping and entertainment complex |
| Location | Prior Lake — out in the suburbs with resort/golf setting | Bloomington — 5-minute walk to Mall of America, Sea Life and Nickelodeon Universe |
| Size (rooms) | About 766 rooms across multiple towers | 500 guestrooms |
| Ages / check-in | Adults-focused — registered guests must be 21+ to check in | All ages welcome; standard adult-friendly hotel policies (minimum check-in age 18) |
| Pools & water | Indoor atrium-style heated pool, whirlpool and sauna | Indoor pool (number: 1) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets including Mystic Steakhouse, Minnehaha Café, Hop House and Sweet Temptations | FireLake Grill House, coffee shop/cafe, 24-hour room service and 2 bars/lounges |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Mystic Lake with three treatment rooms, sauna/steam and off-site fitness access | 24-hour fitness center onsite; a full-service spa is Not published |
| Known for | Large casino floor (24/7), concerts and golf course | Direct Mall of America access and large meeting/conference space (26,300 sq ft) |
| Airport access | About 25 minutes to MSP by car | Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle available on request; MSP about 5 miles away |
| Meeting & events | Extensive meeting and ballroom inventory (Mystic Lake Center: ~130,000 sq ft total; large ballrooms) | Large conference center and meeting rooms (26,300 sq ft / 2,443 m²) |
Mystic Lake sits in Prior Lake with a resort footprint that includes golf and show venues a short drive from the Twin Cities.
Choose Mystic Lake for a destination resort feel and on-property recreation; expect a suburban drive to downtown Minneapolis.
Radisson Blu is directly connected to Mall of America in Bloomington — walking distance to the mall’s rides, aquarium and shops.
Choose Radisson Blu to stay within reach of Mall of America attractions and for short transfers to MSP.
Mystic Lake offers multiple towers and suite options tailored to guests attending shows, events and golf outings.
Mystic Lake has large-room inventory and suite options suited to groups and event attendees.
Radisson Blu has around 500 guestrooms with a range of standard and executive rooms plus suites.
Radisson Blu provides a broad selection of upscale room types for leisure and business travelers close to Mall of America.
Mystic Lake has several on-site restaurants and bars ranging from steakhouse dinners to a sports bar and dessert cafe.
Pick Mystic Lake if you want convenient, late-night dining connected to gaming and entertainment.
Radisson Blu has its own restaurant (FireLake Grill House), a coffee shop/cafe and 24-hour room service, plus immediate access to Mall of America dining.
Choose Radisson Blu for straightforward hotel dining plus the huge variety of eateries at Mall of America.
Mystic Lake’s signature amenities are its indoor atrium-style pool and The Meadows golf course steps from the hotel.
If pool plus on-site golf are priorities, Mystic Lake combines both in a single resort setting.
Radisson Blu’s standout practical feature is direct, walkable access to Mall of America attractions and substantial meeting space.
Radisson Blu is best when Mall access and on-property conference facilities matter more than resort golf or a large casino.
Mystic Lake pairs The Spa at Mystic Lake with a casino-driven nightlife and live-show schedule.
Mystic Lake is aimed at adult guests who want spa treatments in the same place they gamble and see live entertainment.
Radisson Blu focuses on fitness and quiet, upscale public spaces, with the mall providing most nightlife and attraction options.
Radisson Blu is a quieter, business- and family-oriented choice; nightlife and bulky entertainment come from the connected Mall of America.

Mystic Lake — 24/7 casino floor, frequent headliner concerts and a dedicated showroom.

Radisson Blu — a short walk to Mall of America attractions, shops and family entertainment.

Mystic Lake — The Meadows at Mystic Lake 18-hole championship course is on property.

Radisson Blu — substantial meeting space plus complimentary airport shuttle on request.
Radisson Blu is directly connected and a short walk to Mall of America; Mystic Lake provides a complimentary shuttle but is roughly 20 miles away by car.
Mystic Lake enforces a 21+ check-in policy and an adults-focused atmosphere; Radisson Blu allows guests of all ages.
Yes. Mystic Lake has an indoor atrium-style heated pool with whirlpool and sauna; Radisson Blu lists one indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Both properties have large event spaces, but Radisson Blu’s Mall-front location and 26,300 sq ft of conference space make it especially convenient for meetings tied to the airport and mall; Mystic Lake also offers extensive ballroom and convention facilities on a resort campus.
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