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Sun, 20 Dec 2026 · Sports

Hotels for Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings

At U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis on Sun, 20 Dec 2026. 44 hotels within 3kmbook close and walk back after the show.

Good to know: NFL game dates and kick-off times can move — flexible scheduling shifts games between Thursday, Sunday and Monday slots, especially from midseason. If your trip is built around the game, choose a free-cancellation rate so your booking can move with it.

About Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings

NFC North contests between these two carry extra weight this late in the season, with playoff positioning often still unresolved. Cold weather outside makes the indoor, climate-controlled setting all the more appealing for tailgating groups who move their gathering indoors before kickoff. Expect a loud, partisan crowd given the divisional stakes.

Where to stay nearby

Minneapolis is the obvious base, sitting just a kilometre from the stadium with by far the largest choice of hotels, so you can walk to the game and skip any transport planning altogether. Saint Paul offers a smaller, quieter alternative about 13km out, useful if Minneapolis is fully booked or pricier for a big divisional Sunday. Bloomington, roughly 15km away, has a strong number of hotels too and works well if you're flying in given its proximity to the airport, with a short drive or rideshare into downtown for the game.

Minneapolis — about 1 km away

Minneapolis puts you closest to the stadium—just 1km away—making it ideal if you want to walk or take a quick ride. The city center hums with restaurants, bars, and nightlife, so you can explore before or after your event.

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Saint Paul — about 13 km away

Saint Paul sits 13km northeast and works well if you prefer a slower pace and don't mind a regular bus or short drive to the stadium. It's Minnesota's quieter capital, with distinct neighborhoods and museums worth a visit.

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Bloomington — about 15 km away

Bloomington lies 15km south and offers good value with 43 hotels to choose from. A short drive gets you to the venue, making it practical for those who want more space and lower prices without sacrificing access.

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The closest hotels to U.S. Bank Stadium

44 within 3km — the nearest 12 shown. Tap any hotel or search to see live availability and prices for Sun, 20 Dec 2026.

About Minnesota Vikings

Minnesota joined the NFL as an expansion team in 1961, the name chosen to reflect the strong Scandinavian heritage of the Twin Cities. The Vikings reached four Super Bowls between the 1969 and 1976 seasons behind the fearsome 'Purple People Eaters' defensive line, losing all four, and the franchise remains one of just a handful of teams never to win the title outright.

Running back Adrian Peterson's record-setting rushing seasons in the 2000s and 2010s kept Minnesota competitive without ever ending that long drought. The Vikings play at U.S. Bank Stadium, a striking glass-and-steel downtown venue that opened in 2016, and the franchise's purple-and-gold colours remain among the most distinctive in the league.

Minnesota Vikings records & quirks

  • As a rookie, Adrian Peterson set the NFL single-game rushing record with 296 yards, against San Diego in 2007.
  • Peterson's 11,747 career rushing yards and 97 rushing touchdowns are both Vikings franchise records.
  • Kicker Will Reichard's 62-yard field goal is the longest in franchise history, and tied for fifth-longest ever.

About U.S. Bank Stadium

Home to the Minnesota Vikings, U.S. Bank Stadium is a dramatic glass-and-steel arena rising in downtown Minneapolis, known for its imposing slanted roof and vast translucent walls, doubling as a major concert venue. The Metro Blue and Green light rail lines serve nearby stations, linking directly to the airport and suburbs. Staying downtown keeps the Skyway network, restaurants and nightlife within reach, so you can walk to the game and be back at your hotel in minutes.

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