KAJ Hospitality Expands into Minnesota with Acquisition of Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport – Mall of America

KAJ Hospitality Expands into Minnesota with Acquisition of Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport – Mall of America

Bloomington, MN –  KAJ Hospitality is proud to announce the acquisition of the Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport – Mall of America, marking the company’s first property in the Twin Cities metro area and further expanding its presence across the Midwest. With this latest addition, KAJ now owns and operates 16 hotels across six states.

Located just minutes from both Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport and the iconic Mall of America, this full-service hotel offers unmatched convenience for business and leisure travelers alike.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport – Mall of America into the KAJ family,” said Aaron Johnson, Chief Visionary of KAJ Hospitality. “This property not only sits in a high-demand travel corridor, but it also gives us the opportunity to extend our people-first culture into a dynamic new market.”

Property Highlights

Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport – Mall of America features:

• 200 comfortable guestrooms with modern amenities
• An on-site restaurant and bar serving fresh, made-to-order options
• 1,200 square feet of flexible meeting space across two event rooms
• Complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle service
• An indoor pool, whirlpool, and 24-hour fitness center
• Pet-friendly accommodations and digital key access
• Convenient access to I‑494, Highway 77, and light rail transit

Whether guests are catching a flight, exploring Minneapolis, or heading to a concert or game, the hotel’s central location makes it an ideal home base.

“This acquisition is a natural fit for KAJ,” said Johnson. “The hotel already has a strong foundation, and we’re excited to bring in the leadership, support, and service culture that defines who we are. At KAJ, we are Here for People—and that includes our guests, our team members, and the communities we serve.”

About KAJ Hospitality

Based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, KAJ Hospitality is a growing hotel management company with a focus on heartfelt service, elevated experiences, and building lasting connections. The addition of the Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport – Mall of America marks a significant step in KAJ’s regional growth strategy.

For more information or to book a stay, visit www.minneapolisairportmallarea.hiltongardeninn.com. To learn more about KAJ Hospitality, visit www.kajhospitality.com.