Stay If You Dare: 8 Minnesota Hotels That Are Haunted

When I was a little kid, for some reason, my mom was watching the movie "Poltergeist" while I was in the room. HORRIBLE movie for a young, innocent child to watch, btw!

Since then, horror movies really aren't my go-to. I'd much rather watch a chick flick - "You've Got Mail" has NEVER made me fear for my life while I'm sitting on the couch.

I know that the "Poltergeist" movie was fake...but what if you really did encounter ghosts? Experts say that 70% of Americans believe in paranormal activity, and if you want to experience that first hand, there are a few hotels you should stay at in Minnesota...if you dare!

8 Hotels To Visit in Minnesota That Are Haunted

Scary movies are still a top pick for about half of Americans, according to CBS News. And if you are falling in that "love" category for that genre, you should check out the places below. Rumor has it that these hotels in Minnesota aren't showing you movie effects - they've got real ghosts!

Test Your Bravery By Staying In One Of These 8 Minnesota Haunted Hotels

If you're looking for a real fright, check into one of these haunted Minnesota hotels. I wish you the best of luck and suggest you bring a buddy because I'll be way too scared to save you.

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Love Haunted Adventures? Check Out These Other Haunted Spots in Minnesota

In Minneapolis, there is a venue that most people know of because it is a great live music spot. What most people don't know is that First Avenue also has a dark history. Back in the 1940s, a woman sadly lost her life at this location. Today, guests and staff have mentioned that they have seen a translucent or shadowy figure...and have heard screams.

On the other side of the Twin Cities, you have another chance at hearing footsteps and voices. According to visitors, the Wabasha Street Caves in St. Paul used to be popular speakeasies and some of the regulars were mobsters. Today, not only are footsteps and voices heard, but shadowy figures have also been spotted in the passages that are pretty dim.

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