Hewing Hotel

What Hewing Hotel does

Hewing Hotel is a 175-room boutique hotel operating since 2016 inside the historic 1897 Andrews Building at 300 N Washington Ave in Minneapolis's North Loop. The property is managed by Aparium Hotel Group and operates as a single-asset hospitality business, not a technology company; its core technology stack consists of third-party booking engines (Olive for rooms), reservation platforms (Resy for Tullibee, Tock for select events), and standard PMS infrastructure, with no disclosed proprietary technology or AI/ML capabilities.

The business sells a bundled hospitality product across seven+ revenue streams: overnight accommodations (Hewing King, Two Queen, Hennepin Suite, Atrium Junior Suite, George Henry Suite, Loft King, Hewing King City View, and accessible rooms), food and beverage (the signature wood-fired Tullibee restaurant and The Rooftop bar, featuring hyper-local sourcing partners such as Baker's Field, Dragsmith Farms, Folly Coffee, Shepherd's Way, Hidden Stream, and Forage North), six event venues (Andrews Ballroom capacity 176, Commissioner/Northwoods rooms at 50 each, Library Lounge at 75, Fireplace Lounge at 15, Jackson Boardroom at 10), and ancillary services including valet parking ($29-$58+tax), rooftop day passes ($65+tax), pet fees ($100/stay), and spa services through The Darling Den.

Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the hotel's own website, phone reservations, and event sales team, layered with third-party OTAs, Resy, Tock, and a Meeting Broker RFP channel. The customer base spans leisure travelers, corporate/business groups, wedding couples, pet-friendly travelers, and day-pass users, with year-round wellness positioning (rooftop spa pool, Finnish sauna, Thermaculture Thursdays) driving repeat engagement. Reviews by Condé Nast and inclusion in the Hotels Gold USA 2024 list, plus a property-wide refresh completed in 2026 marking the hotel's 10th anniversary, evidence an asset that is mature operationally and continuing to reinvest.

Name

Hewing Hotel

Legal name

Hewing Hotel

Website

https://hewinghotel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hewing Hotel is a 175-room boutique hotel operating since 2016 inside Minneapolis's historic 1897 Andrews Building, serving leisure travelers, corporate groups, and wedding clientele through on-site dining (Tullibee, The Rooftop), event venues, and wellness amenities under Aparium Hotel Group management.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Hotel and Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Accommodation (721), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf & Leisure Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAH)

Keywords

• Boutique hotel accommodations
• Wedding and event venues
• Wood-fired restaurant dining
• Rooftop pool and sauna
• Corporate meeting spaces

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Guest Room Accommodations: Revenue from overnight stays in 175 guest rooms and suites across various room types including Hewing King, Two Queen, Hennepin Suite, Atrium Junior Suite, George Henry Suite, Loft King, and accessible rooms. Room revenue is the primary revenue stream.
2. Food & Beverage: Revenue from Tullibee restaurant (breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner service) and Tullibee Bar & Lounge, featuring wood-fired cooking, local craft pours, and signature Old Fashioned program. Also includes The Rooftop bar and lounge operations.
3. Event & Meeting Spaces: Revenue from renting event spaces including Andrews Ballroom (capacity 176), Commissioner Room (50), Northwoods Room (50), Jackson Boardroom (10), Library Lounge (75), and Fireplace Lounge (15). Includes catering minimums and room rental fees for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations.
4. Valet Parking: Valet-only parking service available 6 AM - 1:30 AM daily with rates: 0-3 hrs $29.54+tax, 3-8 hrs $40.09+tax, overnight $58.03+tax.
5. Rooftop Day Passes: Limited day passes available for public access to rooftop spa pool and sauna, Thursdays-Sundays 11 AM-5 PM, 6 passes per day, $65+tax per person.
6. Pet Fees: $100 non-refundable pet fee per stay for dog-friendly rooms.
7. Spa/Massage Services: On-site massage services through partnership with The Darling Den, taking place in the Yoga Room.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hewing Hotel is a boutique lifestyle hotel operating 175 guest rooms and suites, the Tullibee wood-fired restaurant and bar, the Rooftop bar with heated spa pool and Finnish dry sauna, six event and meeting venues, and complementary amenities including a 24/7 fitness center and pet-friendly accommodations. The property also generates revenue from valet parking, rooftop day passes, pet fees, and partner-delivered spa massage services.

Product overview

Hewing Hotel is a boutique hospitality property offering a unified guest experience centered on historic North Loop Minneapolis warehouse heritage. The portfolio includes accommodation (8 distinct room/suite types), dining (Tullibee wood-fired restaurant and The Rooftop bar), wellness amenities (rooftop pool/sauna, fitness center, spa services), and event spaces (6 dedicated venues for meetings, weddings, celebrations). All offerings are managed under one property, with rooms, dining, rooftop access, and events available as integrated components of a guest stay or as standalone bookings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Guest Rooms & Suites Hotel accommodation offerings including Hewing King, Two Queen, Hennepin Suite, Atrium Junior Suite, George Henry Suite, Loft King, Hewing King City View, and accessible rooms ranging from 315 to 680 square feet. Designed for leisure and business travelers seeking a Nordic-inspired boutique experience with Faribault wool blankets and custom timber details.
• Tullibee Restaurant Signature wood-fired restaurant named after the Minnesota cold-water fish, open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with seasonal menus, house-butchered meats, and regional sourcing from local farms and foragers. Serves hotel guests and the public, with reservations via Resy.
• The Rooftop Bar and Lounge Six-story rooftop bar and lounge offering Minneapolis skyline views, indoor lounge, outdoor terrace with fire pits, signature Old Fashioned program, and the Summer Concert Series (now in its 6th season). Open to hotel guests and the public.
• Event & Meeting Spaces Multiple event venues for corporate meetings, weddings, and celebrations: Andrews Ballroom (capacity 176), Commissioner Room (50), Northwoods Room (50), Jackson Boardroom (10), Library Lounge (75), and Fireplace Lounge (15). Includes catering minimums and room rental fees.
• Wedding Venue Services Full-service wedding venue offering ceremony and reception spaces, rehearsal dinners, welcome receptions, and morning-after brunches with custom catering and dedicated wedding sales team support.
• Valet Parking Daily valet-only parking service available 6 AM to 1:30 AM with tiered rates: $29.54+tax for 0-3 hours, $40.09+tax for 3-8 hours, $58.03+tax overnight.
• Rooftop Day Passes Limited day passes available for public access to the rooftop spa pool and sauna, Thursdays through Sundays 11 AM to 5 PM, limited to 6 passes per day, $65+tax per person.
• Pet-Friendly Accommodations Dog-friendly rooms with memory foam beds, bowls, treats, and VIP welcome board, available for a $100 non-refundable pet fee per stay. Dogs not permitted on rooftop or in Tullibee.
• Spa & Massage Services On-site massage services delivered in partnership with The Darling Den, conducted in the Yoga Room adjacent to the fitness center.
• Fitness Center & Yoga Studio 24/7 fitness center on the lower level equipped with Peloton bikes, rowing machines, and free weights, plus an open yoga studio for personal practice and local workshops.

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Baker's Field Flour & BreadcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal bakery founded in FOOD BUILDING in 2016, sourcing Minnesota and Upper Midwest grains from small farms. Supplies Tullibee's sourdough for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Partnership provides hyper-local grain products supporting the hotel's regional cuisine focus.
• Caufield Clay WorkscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal potter Kevin Caufield crafts custom dinnerware for Tullibee restaurant in his St. Paul studio. Each piece is designed specifically to complement the restaurant's rustic aesthetic and crafted for the space.
• Dragsmith FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHusband-and-wife team (Gail and Maurice) running a family farm for over 30 years, fully organic. Supplies quality produce to 100+ restaurants including Tullibee.
• Folly CoffeecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSmall-batch, ethically sourced, single-origin roaster located just 3 miles from the hotel. All coffee throughout the hotel—from after-dinner espresso to banquet drip coffee—comes from this award-winning roaster.
• Forage NorthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHand-harvests wild mushrooms, berries, nuts, and other plants used daily in the Tullibee kitchen. As a restaurant focused on lakes and woods of Minnesota, menus feature ingredients sourced with care year-round.
• Global Fashion ExchangeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEco-conscious fashion partner hosting curated markets, workshops, and pop-up experiences including Hewing XChange events, promoting circular fashion and local creativity.
• Hidden Stream FarmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFourth-generation farm in Pequot Lakes, MN with unmatched commitment to transparency. Raises livestock on feed grown on their own farm, free from GMOs, antibiotics, steroids, or hormones. Vital part of Tullibee kitchen story.
• Keeper's Heart WhiskeycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIrish-American whiskey used as base for Hewing's iconic Old Fashioned. The Hewing Hotel rooftop is where they opened their very first barrel for tasting. Partnership promotes local spirits in the cocktail program.
• MartinPatrick3coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNext-door neighbor and cornerstone of North Loop community. Collaborator since hotel opening, dressing Rooftop Polar Bar staff and hosting events in the alley. Known for expert styling, curated home goods, and design.
• Peterson Craft MeatscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFive-generation family farm in St. Croix River Valley raising heritage-bred livestock with focus on quality, animal care, and environmental stewardship. Relationships central to both businesses.
• Shepherd's Way FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFamily-owned sheep dairy farm located about an hour south of Minneapolis. Their cheeses including Shepherd's Hope and Big Woods Blue are menu favorites at Tullibee.
• Studio EmmecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNeighborhood floral studio providing signature Hewing bouquet. Their modern, understated approach to floral design is featured throughout the hotel lobby and suites.
• Sensorius Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCreates custom candle fragrances inspired by nostalgia. Minnesota-made candles using soy wax and crackling wood wicks define the scent profile of hotel's public spaces.
• Sip n' BloomcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFloral design workshops where guests build seasonal bouquets with master florists. David Kisan has hosted workshops in the hotel for seven years. Partnership includes Gather and Graze package featuring spring-themed koletboard with edible flowers.
• Thermaculture EventscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeads social sauna programming on the Rooftop. Thermaculture Thursdays combine traditional heat rituals with guided aromatherapy and steam for communal wellness experience.
• Under the Moon CreativeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSound healing and intention-setting experiences led by Annie, a Certified Sound Therapist and Reiki practitioner. Blends sound and energy to support self-expression and growth with regular classes and special events.
• Wild Acres FarmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSecond-generation farm in Pequot Lakes, MN specializing in outdoor-raised poultry and wild game birds including duck, pheasant, and turkey. Brings birds from lakes to North Loop kitchen honoring true flavors of the North.
• Intuitive Tarot / Claire HaugeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIntuitive tarot readings in an inviting, intimate setting. With empathy and insight, guides meaningful conversation and helps interpret the cards with clarity and care.
• Aparium Hotel GroupcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHotel management company overseeing Hewing Hotel operations. Manages gift card sales, career listings, and overall hotel operations. Hewing is one of multiple boutique hotels in their portfolio.
• The Darling DenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpa partner providing on-site massage services to hotel guests in the Yoga Room adjacent to the Fitness Center.
• Falling Knife BrewingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeer collaboration partner for Hewing Hotel's 10th anniversary. Community invited to design beer label through social media contest with winner featured on cans and showcased at launch party.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• The Marquette Hotel: Full-service upscale hotel in downtown Minneapolis operated by Curio Collection/Aparium-adjacent peers. Competes for the same corporate meetings, weddings, and leisure travelers in the same downtown submarket.
• Provenance Hotels: Collection of independently-styled boutique hotels emphasizing local partnerships, chef-led restaurants, and historic architecture — same operating philosophy as Hewing at multi-property scale.
• The LINE Hotel: Adaptive-reuse boutique hotels (DC, LA, Austin, SF) with rooftop F&B, local partnerships, and event-driven revenue mix — direct model peer for Hewing's urban warehouse-to-boutique concept.
• Emery Hotel, Autograph Collection: Historic-conversion boutique hotel in downtown Minneapolis (Autograph Collection). Same urban Minneapolis market, similar historic-to-boutique positioning and comparable room scale make it the most directly comparable operating peer.
• The Maven Hotel at Dairy Block: Boutique lifestyle hotel in a redeveloped historic dairy building with strong F&B and local partnership program. Closest structural analog to Hewing's historic-conversion + hyper-local playbook.
• Hotel Ivy Minneapolis: Luxury full-service downtown Minneapolis hotel with spa and rooftop programming. Overlaps with Hewing's premium leisure, wedding, and wellness positioning.
• Loews Minneapolis Hotel: Brand-affiliated full-service downtown Minneapolis hotel with comparable event spaces and F&B. Competes head-to-head for the same corporate and group segments.

Broad incumbents

• Hotel Indigo: Boutique-style brand under IHG emphasizing neighborhood storytelling and local design partnerships — overlapping target customer and programming philosophy at chain scale.
• 21c Museum Hotels: Multi-property boutique hotel brand combining historic adaptive-reuse architecture with art, F&B, and local programming — directly overlapping Hewing's positioning thesis at portfolio scale.

Others

• Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants: Lifestyle boutique hotel brand under IHG with strong F&B, wellness, and locally-inspired programming. Competes for the same boutique corporate and leisure travelers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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