Southwest Minnesota

Travel Guide

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
Redwood Lodge

Redwood Lodge

2 out of 5
1382 E Bridge St, Redwood Falls, MN
The price is €107 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€107
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Redwood Falls. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (668 reviews)
"Thumbs up"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Redwood Lodge
Motel 6 Mankato, MN

Motel 6 Mankato, MN

2 out of 5
1731 Premier DR, Mankato, MN
The price is €66 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€66
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"staff was friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Motel 6 Mankato, MN
AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

2.5 out of 5
240 Stadium Road, Mankato, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €72 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€72
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good stay. Easy in and out. Close to campus"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center
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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! (113 reviews)
"Plenty of space. Great kitchen. Nice lake!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Log Inn on Madison Lake. Multi generation. Corporate retreat for team building
ARTISTS & ANGLERS INN - game room - home of Madison Lake Paddlefish!!

ARTISTS & ANGLERS INN - game room - home of Madison Lake Paddlefish!!

Madison Lake
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Madison Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
"Check in was easy and very good communication from the host through the entire processes. The house met our expectations. All couples were impressed with the quaintness of the home. There was a nice personalized welcome letter to us as we arrived. Check out was also a breeze. We really liked that ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

ARTISTS & ANGLERS INN - game room - home of Madison Lake Paddlefish!!
Huge Breathtaking Cabin on Shetek/Swim-Grill-Games

Huge Breathtaking Cabin on Shetek/Swim-Grill-Games

Slayton
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Slayton. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a sauna. Popular attractions Lake Shetek State Park and End-O-Line Railroad ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Very nice property."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Huge Breathtaking Cabin on Shetek/Swim-Grill-Games
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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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