What to expect: Guests cross a wide wooden front porch and enter a lobby with wood floors, a large fireplace, and comfortable, living-room-style seating. Two miles from the Buck Hill winter recreation area and 11 miles from the Mall of America, Days Inn Burnsville is popular with leisure travelers.

Amenity highlights: A complimentary breakfast including freshly made waffles is served daily, and complimentary coffee is available in the lobby around the clock. Complimentary wireless Internet access is provided throughout the hotel. A 24-hour business center is available in the lobby.