We share information about pests that are sometimes found in hotels, motels and other lodging:
Pests
See our resources to find and prevent pests found in hotels, motels and other lodging.
Overview
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Bed bugs
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Bed bugs are small insects that feed on human blood. We share:
- Identifying bed bugs
- How to prevent bed bugs
- Signs of infestation
- How to get rid of bed bugs
See bed bug resources for hotels and motels, and lodging residences
Cockroaches
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We explain what cockroaches eat, where they hide and how to prevent them.
Mice
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Several types of mice infest lodging:
- House mouse
- Deer mouse
- White footed deer mouse
Learn how to identify types of mice and why they are a public health risk. We also share:
- Signs of infestation
- How to prevent mice
- Resources
Rats
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Learn how to identify rats and why they are a public health risk.
We also share:
- Signs of infestation
- How to prevent rats
- Resources
Report an issue
Contact us
Environmental Health
Minneapolis Health Department
Phone
Address
Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 520
Minneapolis, MN 55415