Sonder abruptly closes Twin Cities locations
Sonder, which operated extended-stay hotels in downtown St. Paul and multiple Minneapolis sites, shut down operations Monday night after Marriott Bonvoy said its licensing agreement with Sonder was terminated for default. A sign at The Fitz (77 Ninth St. E., St. Paul) states operations ceased Nov. 10, 2025; Marriott directed customers to seek refunds through their credit-card issuers and rebook within its portfolio as reports indicate Sonder plans a Chapter 7 filing.
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- Marriott Bonvoy says its licensing agreement with Sonder is no longer in effect due to Sonder’s default.
- Sonder properties in St. Paul and Minneapolis were closed as of Nov. 10, 2025; a closure notice was posted at The Fitz, 77 Ninth St. E.
- Guests with prepaid bookings are instructed to request refunds via issuing banks and contact Marriott Customer Care for alternative accommodations.
- Reports indicate Sonder plans to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy; company previously operated 7,700+ rooms across 142 Marriott‑affiliated properties.
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November 12, 2025