The property is Vancouver, WA-based Red Lion's first one in theeastern half of the Twin Cities.

"With its close proximity to the Xcel Center, 3M Headquartersand the newly renovated St. Paul Convention Center, the hotel isvirtually within minutes of all area attractions and businesses,"says Tom Murray, chief operating officer of Red Lion Hotels &Inns.

The hotel has 15 meeting rooms with more than 10,000 sf offlexible meeting space for hosting a board meeting of 10 to abanquet of 400. A business center with computer, copier, faxmachine and Internet access also is available. The Red Lion HotelSt. Paul offers the Lions Den, a family style restaurant featuringlocal dishes such as specially prepared walleye as well astraditional favorites such as steaks and burgers. Hotelrecreational facilities consist of an indoor pool, whirlpool,fitness centerand sauna.