ASU has a massive footprint beyond Tempe, with research partnerships, recruiting events, and conferences that regularly pull staff to the Twin Cities. Minneapolis is home to several Fortune 500 headquarters and major healthcare systems that ASU collaborates with, so if your department is sending you there, you might as well save money on the hotel. The corporate code ASU works at IHG properties worldwide, and Hotel Indigo Downtown is one of the strongest options in the city for the price.
The Property
Hotel Indigo Minneapolis Downtown sits at 618 2nd Ave S, right in the heart of the Mill District near the Mississippi riverfront. The neighborhood is walkable, with the Guthrie Theater across the street and dozens of restaurants within a few blocks along Washington Avenue and the North Loop. Minneapolis, St. Paul International Airport is about a 15 minute drive or a quick light rail ride away on the Blue Line.
Rooms at Hotel Indigo properties are designed with local character, and this location leans into Minneapolis river history with exposed brick accents and neighborhood inspired artwork. Expect a comfortable king or two queen setup with a proper desk, ergonomic chair, and strong Wi-Fi, which is what you actually need when you're prepping slides at 11 PM. Rooms run on the compact side compared to a full Crowne Plaza suite, but the finishes are noticeably better for the boutique tier.
The hotel has a fitness center that covers the basics, with cardio machines and free weights, enough to get a real workout in before morning meetings. There is an on-site restaurant and bar, which saves you from wandering around in a Minnesota winter looking for dinner. IHG does not include breakfast in the standard rate at Hotel Indigo properties, so factor that into your per diem planning.
The Minneapolis Convention Center is about a 10 minute walk south, and US Bank Stadium is even closer if you are attending events there. For dinner, the North Loop neighborhood is a short cab ride away with spots like Bar La Grassa and Borough, or you can walk to Mill City staples like Zen Box Izakaya. The Blue Line light rail stop at Downtown East puts you on a direct route to the airport and the Mall of America without needing a rental car.
Your Savings Breakdown
| Rate Tier | Rack Rate | Corporate Rate | Points Earned | Point Value | Net Cost | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $130 | $111 | 1,110 pts | $5.55 | $105.45 | $24.55 |
| Superior | $210 | $179 | 1,790 pts | $8.95 | $170.05 | $39.95 |
| Premium | $340 | $289 | 2,890 pts | $14.45 | $274.55 | $65.45 |
A typical midweek night here runs about $210 at the public rate, but entering the ASU corporate code drops that to around $179. You will earn roughly 1,790 IHG One Rewards points on that stay, worth about $8.95 at standard redemption values, which brings your effective net cost down to $170.05 and your total savings to just under $40 per night. Over a three or four night trip, that adds up to enough points for a free night at a cheaper IHG property down the road.
How to Book with Code ASU
- Go to ihg.com and sign into your IHG One Rewards account
- Enter Minneapolis, MN as your destination along with your check-in and check-out dates
- Click on Special Rates and find the Corporate Code field
- Type in ASU and search for available rates
- Select Hotel Indigo Minneapolis Downtown, confirm the corporate rate is showing a discount, and complete your booking
Stack Your Savings
If you have IHG One Rewards Platinum or Diamond status, those benefits apply on top of the ASU corporate rate with no conflict. That means you get room upgrades when available, late checkout, welcome amenities, and bonus points earning that stacks with the base 10 points per dollar. Even Gold members get a small bonus multiplier, so make sure your status is active before booking.
The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card from Chase earns 10x bonus points on IHG purchases, effectively doubling your earn rate to 20 points per dollar spent at the hotel. That turns a $179 night into 3,580 points total, worth about $17.90 in redemption value. If you stay at IHG properties more than a few times a year, the card's annual free night certificate alone covers the fee.
IHG regularly runs quarterly promotions like bonus points for every two stays or accelerated earning during specific windows. Check the IHG app's offer section before your trip and register for any active promotion, because they are not automatic. Booking midweek, especially Tuesday through Thursday, also tends to give you the best chance of seeing the corporate rate at its lowest since hotels are more willing to discount when business travel demand is predictable.
Bottom Line: Depending on the time of year and room category, the ASU corporate code should save you between $25 and $65 per night at Hotel Indigo Minneapolis Downtown, with IHG points sweetening the deal further. The location is hard to beat for business travel, with the convention center, downtown offices, and the airport light rail all within easy reach. It is one of the better midrange options in Minneapolis where you are not overpaying for a generic box hotel.