Historic Southwest

Rochester

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Stay near popular Historic Southwest attractions

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

9.2/10 (45 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Rochester with a visit to Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
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Things to do

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

P757
per adult
Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area

3 out of 5
401 6th St Sw Rochester MN
The price is P6,939 per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
P6,939
P7,988 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN

3 out of 5
225 S Broadway Rochester MN
The price is P6,926 per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
P6,926
P7,973 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (928 reviews)
"The lobby was nice, but the hallways were hot and had a musty smell. The rooms are definitely showing their age. We had booked a three-night stay. On the second night, I turned on the shower and the water came out brown. I let the hot water run for about 10 minutes, but it never cleared up. The sink ..."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw Rochester MN
The price is P7,008 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P7,008
P8,068 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,242 reviews)
"We asked for a late checkout they accommodated them we didn’t need it and told the front desk and they still charged us for 1/2 day anyways"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Kahler Grand Hotel
Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area

Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area

2.5 out of 5
435 16th Ave Nw Rochester MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,429 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P4,429
P5,099 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
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
The price is P7,281 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P7,281
P8,382 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,650 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

2.5 out of 5
1517 16th St Sw Rochester MN
The price is P5,715 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
P5,715
P6,579 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"We were only there for one night and the entire experience was good. The breakfast was mediocre and pretty typical for free continental breakfast. The hot tub was not in working order, but that happens on occasion. The staff was excellent and very friendly at check-in and allowed us to even have ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's
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Where to stay in Historic Southwest

Find the best Historic Southwest areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Rochester

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

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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 Cascade Lake Beach and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.

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Slatterly Park

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

East Side Pioneers

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

Folwell

While there might not be top attractions in Folwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plummer House and Cascade Lake Beach.

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