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Mystic Lake Casino Hotel vs The Saint Paul Hotel

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is a large Prior Lake casino resort with gaming, entertainment, an indoor atrium pool, a full spa, and on-site golf — read this if you want a resort-focused, adults-oriented gaming and events stay. The Saint Paul Hotel is a historic upscale downtown St. Paul hotel with classic rooms, The St Paul Grill, and easy access to theatres and the river — read this if you prefer a landmark, walkable downtown stay near civic and cultural venues.

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King bed and floor-to-ceiling windows with green fairway view in a guest room at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Casino & entertainment · Large resort · Golf on site

Best for nightlife, live shows, casino gaming, and large meetings or weddings.

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The Saint Paul Hotel, St. Paul, Minnesota

The Saint Paul Hotel

Historic landmark · Downtown walkable · Classic fine dining

Best for downtown access to St. Paul's theatres, museums, and a classic hotel dining experience.

Quick Verdict: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel vs The Saint Paul Hotel

When Mystic Lake Casino Hotel wins: choose Mystic Lake if you want 24/7 casino action, big-event entertainment, an on-site championship golf course, an indoor atrium pool, and large flexible meeting or ballroom capacity. It’s the pick for adult groups, concerts, and guests who want resort amenities clustered on one property.

When The Saint Paul Hotel wins: pick The Saint Paul Hotel for a downtown, historic stay steps from the Mississippi River, Landmark Center, Ordway and the RiverCentre, plus an on-property restaurant (The St Paul Grill) and easy walking access to theatres and civic attractions. It’s the better choice for visitors who prioritize location and classic hotel service.

Bottom line: Mystic Lake is a destination resort built around gaming, entertainment, golf and event space; The Saint Paul Hotel is a centrally located, historic urban hotel focused on downtown access and traditional hotel amenities. Your trip purpose — casino/resort versus downtown culture and convenience — should decide which fits.

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Mystic Lake Casino Hotel vs The Saint Paul Hotel – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Mystic Lake Casino Hotel and The Saint Paul Hotel
CategoryMystic Lake Casino HotelThe Saint Paul Hotel
Overall vibeResort casino focused on gaming, live shows and large eventsHistoric, upscale downtown hotel with classic service
LocationPrior Lake, suburban/resort setting near Mystic LakeDowntown St. Paul, blocks from the Mississippi River and theatres
Size (rooms)766 rooms across multiple towers254 rooms
Check-in minimum age21 to check in
PoolsIndoor atrium-style heated pool with whirlpool and saunaNot published
Restaurants & barsMultiple on-site restaurants and bars (Mystic Steakhouse, Minnehaha Café, Hop House, etc.)Two restaurants including The St Paul Grill and a bar/lounge; 24-hour room service available
Spa & wellnessThe Spa at Mystic Lake with multiple treatment rooms, sauna/steam and adjacent fitness accessNot published
Meetings & eventsExtensive: Mystic Lake Center and multiple ballrooms/meeting rooms (large capacity up to several thousand)Multiple meeting rooms and banquet hall, suitable for smaller conferences and events
Known forCasino floor, concerts, golf course and large-scale eventsHistoric status, proximity to Ordway/landmarks and The St Paul Grill
Parking & transitFree self-parking, complimentary valet and shuttles (Mall of America shuttle available)Covered parking and valet (surcharge); near St. Paul Downtown airport (STP)

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Location: Prior Lake resort vs Downtown St. Paul

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel – Location

Mystic Lake sits in a suburban resort setting in Prior Lake, about 20–30 minutes by car from MSP.

  • Resort campus near Mystic Lake with on-site golf and outdoor event grounds.
  • Free shuttle to Mall of America and local shopping; no direct airport shuttle to MSP.
  • Nearby seasonal outdoor attractions include Sand Point and Watzl's Point beaches and Mystic Lake Amphitheater.

Choose Mystic Lake for a resort setting with golfing and shuttle access to regional attractions.

The Saint Paul Hotel – Location

The Saint Paul Hotel is in the heart of downtown St. Paul, steps from the Mississippi River and major performance venues.

  • Address: 350 Market St, St. Paul — within easy walking distance of Landmark Center, Ordway and RiverCentre.
  • Closest airport options include St. Paul Downtown (STP) nearby and Minneapolis–St. Paul Intl. (MSP) as the preferred commercial airport.
  • Street and valet parking available; downtown location suits visitors attending shows or meetings in the city center.

Choose The Saint Paul Hotel for walkable downtown access to St. Paul’s cultural and civic destinations.

Rooms: Resort towers vs Landmark rooms

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel – Rooms

Mystic Lake offers many room types across connected towers and suites designed for resort stays and event visitors.

  • Room types include Superior Room, Promenade Tower Suite and Lobby Tower Room (King or Queen/Double options).
  • Large overall inventory (766 rooms) — useful for groups and event blocks.
  • Rooms include standard resort conveniences and access to on-site amenities like the spa and pool.

Rooms at Mystic Lake are plentiful and geared toward groups and event guests; suits guests wanting resort convenience.

The Saint Paul Hotel – Rooms

The Saint Paul Hotel provides a variety of room types (standard to suites) in a historic downtown building.

  • Room types listed include Standard Room, Deluxe Room, Executive Room, Landmark king and multiple suites (Ordway suite, Park suite, Ambassador suites).
  • 254 air-conditioned rooms with minibars, private bathrooms and complimentary wired internet.
  • Some accessible room options are explicitly listed (Deluxe King Room-Accessible, Deluxe Room 1 King Bed, Accessible).

The Saint Paul Hotel is tailored to travelers seeking classic rooms and a downtown hotel layout, with several suites for upgrade.

Dining & drinks: Multiple resort venues vs Classic hotel dining

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel – Dining & drinks

Mystic Lake provides several restaurants and bars covering steakhouse dining, café fare, sports-bar energy and desserts.

  • Dining options include Mystic Steakhouse, Minnehaha Café, Hop House, The Meadows Bar & Grille and Sweet Temptations.
  • Hop House offers live music and large-screen sports viewing; Mystic Steakhouse is open evenings with reservations recommended on event nights.
  • Food and drink are à la carte; breakfast is available for a surcharge.

Mystic Lake suits groups or nights out with varied on-site dining and late-night bar options tied to the casino and showroom schedule.

The Saint Paul Hotel – Dining & drinks

The Saint Paul Hotel focuses on classic American cuisine and 24-hour room service with one signature restaurant on property.

  • The St Paul Grill is the property's on-site American restaurant noted in the supplier listing; cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee.
  • The hotel lists two restaurants and one bar/lounge for guests.
  • Room service is available 24 hours; the property emphasizes a formal-dinner option in The St Paul Grill.

The Saint Paul Hotel is better for a quiet, classic downtown dinner and convenient room service after city theatre nights.

Pools & signature amenity: Indoor atrium pool vs downtown services

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel – Pools & signature amenity

Mystic Lake has a year-round indoor atrium-style heated pool with a whirlpool and sauna, open daily for guests.

  • Indoor pool hours and facilities are published (pool and whirlpool; sauna on property).
  • The Spa at Mystic Lake and complimentary access to the nearby Dakotah! Sport and Fitness complex complement the pool.
  • Pool sits within the resort environment — useful for relaxation between shows or events.

If an indoor pool and resort spa are priorities, Mystic Lake provides both on-site amenities and off-site fitness access.

The Saint Paul Hotel – Pools & signature amenity

The Saint Paul Hotel emphasizes downtown hotel services and a garden rather than resort-style pool facilities.

  • Supplier listing highlights a garden and fitness facilities but does not publish an on-site pool.
  • Complimentary wired internet and business-center amenities are emphasized for urban travelers.
  • Valet parking is available (surcharge); the property is smoke-free and accessibility features are listed.

The Saint Paul Hotel suits travelers prioritizing downtown convenience and short walks to cultural sites rather than resort pool time.

Wellness & nightlife: Spa, shows and gaming vs Fitness and theatres

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel – Wellness & nightlife

Mystic Lake combines an on-site spa, casino nightlife, and a showroom for concerts and comedy.

  • The Spa at Mystic Lake offers massages, facials, body treatments and couples rooms with set hours.
  • A 24/7 casino floor, Hop House live-music venue and the Mystic Showroom provide nighttime entertainment.
  • Guests get complimentary access to Dakotah! Sport and Fitness for gym and aquatic facilities off-site.

Mystic Lake is built around evening entertainment, gaming and spa services for adult guests.

The Saint Paul Hotel – Wellness & nightlife

The Saint Paul Hotel supports access to nearby theatres, performing arts venues and downtown nightlife.

  • Steps away from Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, Landmark Center and Fitzgerald and Fitzgerald-type venues.
  • Fitness facilities are available on property; spa services are not published in the supplier listing.
  • The hotel’s bar/lounge and The St Paul Grill cover evening dining and quieter nightlife options.

Pick The Saint Paul Hotel when your evenings are for shows or downtown dining rather than casino nightlife.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for casino & nightlife
Small seating lounge with chairs and ottomans at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel.

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Mystic Lake — 24/7 casino floor, live shows, multiple bars and late-night entertainment.

Best for downtown access
The Saint Paul Hotel, St. Paul, Minnesota

The Saint Paul Hotel

The Saint Paul Hotel — steps from theatres, Landmark Center, RiverCentre and downtown St. Paul attractions.

Best for large events and meetings
Patio seating with drinks overlooking landscaped golf grounds at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel.

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Mystic Lake — extensive convention and ballroom space in Mystic Lake Center with large capacities.

Best for classic hotel dining
The Saint Paul Hotel, St. Paul, Minnesota

The Saint Paul Hotel

The Saint Paul Hotel — The St Paul Grill and 24-hour room service in a landmark setting.

Frequently asked questions

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel vs The Saint Paul Hotel: FAQs

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Which hotel is better if I want to attend concerts and big shows?

Choose Mystic Lake — the property has the Mystic Showroom for headlining musical acts and an active entertainment calendar tied to the casino.

Which hotel is more convenient for touring St. Paul’s cultural sites?

The Saint Paul Hotel — it’s downtown and within easy walking distance of Landmark Center, the Ordway and other cultural venues.

Do either property’s rates include meals or an all-inclusive plan?

No — both properties list à la carte dining and surcharges for cooked-to-order breakfasts; neither is advertised as all-inclusive.

Which hotel is better for meetings and group events?

Mystic Lake — it has much larger meeting and ballroom capacity through Mystic Lake Center and multiple divisible ballrooms.

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