City Express by Marriott Bemidji is your relaxing home base for exploring northern Minnesotas lakes, trails, and small town charm. Stay just minutes from downtown, the Sanford Event Center and Bemidji State University. Discover the iconic Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox statues, and the scenic Sculpture Walk, perfect for photos and laid back strolls. Spend the day at Lake Bemidji State Park or head to Lake Itasca State Park for hiking, wildlife, and the Mississippi Rivers headwaters. After time outdoors, unwind in the indoor pool, get in a quick workout in our 24-hour Fitness Center or settle into your guest room with pillow top beds, blackout curtains, a microwave, refrigerator, 55 inch TV, and free Wi Fi. Start each morning with a free, hot breakfast, then explore nearby dining, breweries, ice cream shops, and local boutiques. Whether youre here for lake time, sightseeing, or a cozy getaway, your stay feels refreshingly simple and comfortably modern. The Hotel Bemidji is a Tourist hotel. The nightlife/restaurants are located in the hotel.