Xcel Energy Center

On your Minnesota travel, secure tickets to an exciting event at the Xcel Energy Center, less than half a mile from your accommodations at the Crowne Plaza St. Paul downtown hotel. Stay at one of the best options for hotels close to Minneapolis Airport and enjoy unrivaled access to popular Twin Cities attractions including the Xcel Energy Center, home of the Minnesota Wild professional hockey team.

At our St. Paul hotel, relax in spacious, tastefully-appointed rooms and suites as you prepare for the excitement ahead. Fuel up at one of our delectable St. Paul restaurants before making your way to the big game or concert.
 
Opened in 2000, the Xcel Energy Center is a 650,000 square foot sports and entertainment facility located in the heart of downtown St. Paul and part of the RiverCentre Convention Center Complex. This multi-use venue hosts more than 140 major events annually featuring four individual concourses and four seating levels, accommodating up to 18,064 for National Hockey League games.

In addition to professional sporting events, this center is a popular choice for college and high school athletic tournaments, big-name concerts, family shows, conventions and tradeshows. This facility includes a state-of-the-art press box, 360-degree video boards and an eight-sided scoreboard. The innovative design of the Xcel Energy Center also allows for clear, obstruction-free sight lines and spectacular acoustics during shows and concerts.