Southwest Minnesota

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Southwest Minnesota
Photo by Jonathan Sakakibara
Photo by Jonathan Sakakibara
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Photo by Gwethalyn Williams
Photo by Gwethalyn Williams
Photo by Gwethalyn Williams
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Photo by Nathalie Mukhi

Where to stay in Southwest Minnesota

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Mankato City Center

Live music, bars and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Mankato City Center. Make a stop by Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center or Reconciliation Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Mankato City Center
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Pipestone Commercial Historic District

While Pipestone Commercial Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Pipestone National Monument and World's Largest Peace Pipe are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 €101 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
€101
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 7 Oct 2025

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 €73 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
€73
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 6 Oct 2025

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 €66 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
€66
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (1,007 reviews)
"nice"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Motel 6 Mankato, MN
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Log Inn on Madison Lake. Multi generation. Corporate retreat for team building

Log Inn on Madison Lake. Multi generation. Corporate retreat for team building

Madison lake
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Madison Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
"We had a family group of 21 at the Log Inn and had a great time! The listing is accurate to the letter & the property is lovingly maintained. Got to chat with Jerry briefly - he is a treat! Make sure to appreciate his original artwork. The place is super clean. It has the odd small scrape or scuff, ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Log Inn on Madison Lake. Multi generation. Corporate retreat for team building
Secluded Lakefront Lodge in Iowa's Great Lakes

Secluded Lakefront Lodge in Iowa's Great Lakes

Jackson
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Jackson. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Brown Park and Robertson County ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
"This was our second stay at Loon Lake and we love it. Peaceful, easy place to stay and room to explore nature."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Secluded Lakefront Lodge in Iowa's Great Lakes
Fall is BEAUTIFUL @ LAKE Francis! Winter Specials, flexible, inquire!

Fall is BEAUTIFUL @ LAKE Francis! Winter Specials, flexible, inquire!

Elysian
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Elysian. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Tetonka and Murphy Wildlife Management ...
9/10 Wonderful! (154 reviews)
"This place is HUGE! Pictures don’t do it justice. Our group of 8-ish people had a great time and fit comfortably. So many bathrooms is a blessing!!! Kitchen was great - could use a few basic stock updates like kettle, pans, etc but overall had what we needed. We could really swim from the shore/dock ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Fall is BEAUTIFUL @ LAKE Francis! Winter Specials, flexible, inquire!
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Popular places to visit

Lake Shetek State Park

Lake Shetek State Park

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

Pipestone National Monument

Learn about the local history of Pipestone when you take a trip to Pipestone National Monument. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Pipestone National Monument
August Schell Museum of Brewing

August Schell Museum of Brewing

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

August Schell Museum of Brewing
Camden State Park

Camden State Park

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

Enjoy the student 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 cafes.

Minnesota State University

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

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

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
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