Southern Minnesota, MN

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Where to stay in Southern Minnesota

Rochester showing skyline and a city

Downtown Rochester

4.5/5(250 area reviews)

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

Downtown Rochester
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Kutzky Park

4/5(179 area reviews)

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 skyline and a city

Historic Southwest

4/5(34 area reviews)

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

Historic Southwest
Mural in Rochester MN

Slatterly Park

4/5(1 area review)

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.

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East Side Pioneers

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

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

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Folwell

While there might not be top attractions in Folwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Apache Mall.

Folwell
Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw Rochester MN
$149 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
$172 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,784 reviews)
Nice comfortable. Renovated rooms.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Kahler Grand Hotel
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area

3.5 out of 5
9 3rd Ave Nw Rochester MN
$155 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$178 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,511 reviews)
The room was great. The staff was very friendly and helpful! And we had easy access to Mayo Clinic.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Hampton Inn Rochester-South

Hampton Inn Rochester-South

2.5 out of 5
1755 S Broadway Rochester MN
$82 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$95 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Staff was very friendly and helpful; room was clean and comfortable. Would stay there again

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Hampton Inn 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
Book a stay at this 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! (367 reviews)
Apartment was spacious and comfortable and quiet. Woman concierge who checked us in and out was very helpful.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 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
Book a stay at this 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! (167 reviews)
Great location. Kitchen is great.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Valley Cabin

Valley Cabin

Spring Valley MN
Stay at this cabin in Spring Valley. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attraction Masonic Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
The property is excellent. Very clean, everything works well. A lot of room. Very comfortable. Communication with the owner could be better. He has more than one property, so, when you talk to him, be clear about what property you want to rent.

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Valley Cabin
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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