Southwest Minnesota, MN

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Southwest Minnesota
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Where to stay in Southwest Minnesota

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Mankato City Center

4/5(167 area reviews)

Live music, bars, and theaters are just a few things travelers enjoy about Mankato City Center. Check out Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center or Reconciliation Park while you're exploring the area.

Mankato City Center
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Pipestone Commercial Historic District

Though Pipestone Commercial Historic District might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pipestone National Monument and World's Largest Peace Pipe.

Pipestone Commercial Historic District
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN

3 out of 5
1900 Premier Drive, Mankato, MN
The price is NT$3,223 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
NT$3,223
NT$3,574 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mankato. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (866 reviews)
"General Mgr. Nicholas was very welcoming."

Reviewed on 2025/10/7

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN
AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

2.5 out of 5
240 Stadium Road, Mankato, MN
The price is NT$2,314 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
NT$2,314
NT$2,565 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mankato. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"The room was clean and very nice. I had King room, it had a couch (pull out i believe), microwave, fridge, and a bathroom with a tub. The pool area was sooo cute. The gym was decent. only a couple machines. small. My only complain would be that the hot tub/spa was disgusting. It appreared to have ..."

Reviewed on 2025/10/6

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center
Motel 6 Mankato, MN

Motel 6 Mankato, MN

2 out of 5
1731 Premier DR, Mankato, MN
The price is NT$2,110 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
NT$2,110
NT$2,340 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Mankato. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Safe parking clean and quiet"

Reviewed on 2025/10/6

Motel 6 Mankato, MN
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Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy North Loop Green Apartments North Loop

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy North Loop Green Apartments North Loop

3.5 out of 5
360 North 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (238 reviews)
"The stay was good. Sonder was wonderful and prompt to answer questions and help with the parking disaster. The “hotel” is on a specific floors the rest of the building is residents and renters. It seems like as guests in other humans apartments was not a wanted thing for current residents. There ..."

Reviewed on 2025/10/3

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy North Loop Green Apartments North Loop
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! (350 reviews)
"Excellent staff, great location and reasonable price."

Reviewed on 2025/10/8

The Berkman
North Shore Camping Co.

North Shore Camping Co.

2 out of 5
4595 MN-61, Beaver Bay, MN
Stay at this campground in Beaver Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Cove Point Loop Trailhead and Split Rock Wilds ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
Amazing place! Will be back:)
"Amazing location & amenities! Great staff - Colleen was so friendly & accommodating :) They have everything thought of! We will be back :)"

Reviewed on 2025/9/22

North Shore Camping Co.
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Popular places to visit

Hard to beat the sunsets on Lake Shetek, my second home ❤️

Lake Shetek State Park

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shetek State Park during your travels in The Lakes. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Lake Shetek State Park
Pipestone National Monument is an incredible place. The historical and spiritual significance of the site is palpable. A place of deep reverence and peace. Visit when the sun is low in the west, lighting up the quartzite cliffs as they rise from the vast golden prairie surrounding them.

Pipestone National Monument

5/5(6 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Pipestone when you spend time at Pipestone National Monument. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Pipestone National Monument
Peacock in a schell’s brewery in New Ulm

August Schell Museum of Brewing

4.5/5(20 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at August Schell Museum of Brewing during your travels in New Ulm. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.

August Schell Museum of Brewing
Hiking the large forests in Autumn.

Camden State Park

4/5(7 reviews)

You can take time to visit Camden State Park during your travels to Lynd. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Camden State Park

Minnesota State University

4.5/5(121 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Minnesota State University, during your trip to Mankato. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Minnesota State University

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

4.5/5(85 reviews)

Catch an event at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center during your trip to Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

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