New Hope is a quiet, affordable Minneapolis suburb with parks, bike trails, grocery and dining options, and a friendly, low‑stress vibe—perfect for travel therapists who want peaceful evenings after shifts but don’t crave isolation.
It’s only about 10–12 miles to downtown Minneapolis and roughly 20–25 miles to St. Paul, giving easy access to major hospitals, theaters, pro sports and a full city dining/nightlife scene within a short drive or transit ride, so it’s a great place to stay for weeks at a time and can easily become a longer-term base.