Southern Minnesota

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Southern Minnesota

Rochester showing a city and skyline

Downtown Rochester

If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Rochester
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Kutzky Park

While there might not be top attractions in Kutzky Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center.

Kutzky Park
Rochester showing a city and skyline

Historic Southwest

While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.

Historic Southwest
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East Side Pioneers

If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Rochester Art Center and Mayo Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.

East Side Pioneers
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Slatterly Park

Slatterly Park might not have many top sights, but Rochester Art Center and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Slatterly Park
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Northrup

Though Northrup might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center.

Northrup
Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,526 reviews)
"The Kahler is perfect for getting to the Mayo quickly! Only had a couple issues with my room."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Kahler Grand Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rochester Mayo Clinic S

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rochester Mayo Clinic S

3 out of 5
4353 Canal Pl SE, Rochester, MN
The price is P4,103 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P4,103
P4,723 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"The property is south of city. Yet within minutes you can have food or shopping. From a simple security standpoint, anyone hanging around, or looking into vehicles, will be noticed."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rochester Mayo Clinic S
Spark by Hilton Rochester South

Spark by Hilton Rochester South

3 out of 5
4165 Maine Ave SE, Rochester, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,165 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P4,165
P4,795 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
First Stay
"My first stay in a Spark. Not bad and bang for the buck was adequate."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Spark by Hilton Rochester South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Berkman

The Berkman

3 out of 5
217 14th Ave SW, Rochester, MN
Stay at this 3-star golf aparthotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews)
"Very nice place. Spacious rooms and generous staff."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

The Berkman
Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
15 1st Street Southeast, Rochester, MN
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shops University ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (159 reviews)
"Very close to Mayo"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Big River Escape Parkside Bungalow

Big River Escape Parkside Bungalow

3 out of 5
717 Grand St, Winona, MN
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Winona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Huff Center and Altra Federal Credit Union ...
Big River Escape Parkside Bungalow
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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