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Saint Paul Hotel sold to local investor group

Travelers Insurance has sold the Saint Paul Hotel at 350 Market St. to a local investor group led by Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leipold, the parties announced.[1]

The ownership group also includes Ecolab, Securian and three St. Paul developers, the report said.[1] Ramsey County values the property at $16.9 million for 2026, though the parties did not disclose the purchase price.[1] The new owners plan full-room renovations, a redesigned lobby, an upgraded fitness center and new bar and dining offerings while retaining Morrissey Hospitality as the hotel operator.[1]

Travelers Insurance was the seller in the transaction and negotiated the transfer to the local investor group, according to the reporting.[1] The story did not disclose a sale price or a timeline for the planned renovations.[1]

The buyers said their upgrades aim to refresh the century-old downtown property and boost its food, drink and fitness offerings while keeping existing management in place.[1]

  1. Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal
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  • Travelers Insurance sold the Saint Paul Hotel at 350 Market St. to a local group led by Wild owner Craig Leipold and including Ecolab, Securian and three St. Paul developers.
  • Ramsey County values the property at $16.9 million for 2026, though the parties did not disclose the purchase price.
  • The new owners plan full-room renovations plus a redesigned lobby, upgraded fitness center and new bar and dining offerings, while retaining Morrissey Hospitality as operator.

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May 14, 2026
9:54 PM
Saint Paul Hotel sold to group led by Minnesota Wild owner
Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal