Hotels in Apple Valley

Venture into the Minnesota Zoo's sprawling wildlife wonderland, where 4,500 animals roam across 485 acres and tropical coral reefs thrive in the heartland. The suburban tranquility offers plenty of green spaces, with local parks providing perfect picnic spots away from urban bustle. Take a short trip to the legendary Mall of America, where 500+ stores share space with an indoor amusement park that defies Minnesota winters. Crystal Lake Beach offers surprising sandy shores when summer temperatures rise. For evening entertainment, catch a performance at the nearby Burnsville Performing Arts Center. The city balances small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity – Minneapolis lies just beyond the horizon with all its metropolitan treasures.