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A spacious interior with a herringbone wood floor, a kitchen area with granite countertops, and a staircase with patterned carpet.

A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a chalkboard with ice cream popsicle decorations, and a coffee station with various beverage dispensers.

The entrance to AmericInn by Wyndham, featuring a stone facade, a blue sign with stars, and a number 240.

A hotel reception desk with a computer, a lamp, and a fireplace.

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

2.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sean

₩105,472

₩116,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass staircase, a reception desk, and a large window.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a visible ceiling with exposed beams.

Three people toasting with champagne glasses in a room with large windows overlooking a street.

2. Arch and Cable Hotel

Mankato City Center, 1.3 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sequoia

₩202,152

₩224,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A person lying on a bed in a room with a wall-mounted light fixture and a framed picture.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and dumbbells.

A modern interior with a kitchen area, white chairs, and a large window.

3. Hotel Alexander

Mankato City Center, 0.9 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Mariah

₩188,449

₩208,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A conference room with a large table and chairs, carpeted floor, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a food bar.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a lifeguard chair, and a pool rule sign.

A modern kitchen with a double sink, a built-in microwave, and a compact refrigerator.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

Mankato City Center, 0.8 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Chris

₩146,301

₩162,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel breakfast buffet with various food items, a TV screen above, and a coffee machine.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, a hanging light fixture, and a potted plant.

A modern lobby with a black brick wall, a large flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and a Coca-Cola vending machine.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a vending machine, and a chandelier.

5. Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato

2.8 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

ReDeanna

₩92,997

₩103,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, and a television.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a vase with pink flowers.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, patterned chairs, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to a hallway.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

2.9 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Bryan

₩80,456

₩89,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Towneplace Suites" and a covered outdoor area with seating.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.

A patio area with a round fire pit, outdoor furniture, and a view of a green landscape.

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Mankato

4.6 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Susan

₩164,113

₩181,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a wall-mounted light, a bathtub, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A reception desk with a stone wall backdrop, a wooden staircase, and a digital screen displaying information.

A hotel with a modern facade, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a door leading to another room.

8. AmericInn by Wyndham St. Peter

19.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Gail

₩119,082

₩132,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A courtyard with rows of white chairs and tables, a pool, and a Marriott hotel building in the background.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

A modern bar area with a curved white countertop, bar stools, and a variety of beverages in glass cases.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a water feature, and a well-maintained garden.

9. Courtyard Mankato Marriott

4.7 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Corey

₩130,890

₩145,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception desk with a computer, a bottle of hand sanitizer, and a framed picture. There is a wall with a bulletin board and a sign above the desk.

A breakfast buffet area with labeled stations for hot food, bakery, and grab & go options.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Mankato East by IHG

5.6 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Rita

₩134,759

₩149,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a coffee station, a refrigerator, and blue chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by yellow chairs and a tiled floor.

A modern kitchen with a curved counter, a coffee machine, and a fruit display.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and dumbbells.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Mankato

5.1 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Tyson

₩116,253

₩128,895 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Comfort Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, numbered 2000, and a parking lot with cars.

A lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a TV mounted on a textured wall, and a fireplace below it.

A barn with a metal roof and a fenced area with a pond and rocks.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of trees and grass.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

3.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Cara

₩132,745

₩147,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled floor and walls. There are large windows on one side, allowing natural light to enter.

A modern outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, seating, and a barbecue grill.

A modern lobby with a coffee station, seating area, and a television screen.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with blue chairs.

13. Candlewood Suites Mankato East By Ihg

5.4 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sara

₩150,770

₩167,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with outdoor seating and a fire pit.

A banquet table set for a formal event, with chairs and table settings.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A building with a sign reading "Legends Bar & Grill" above a stone facade.

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

5.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Dennis

₩142,898

₩158,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in island, and a dining area with a bar.

A River Hills Hotel sign with a modern building in the background.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a long countertop.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a barbecue area, and a view of trees with autumn foliage.

15. River Hills Hotel

4.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Karen

₩170,105

₩188,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a television, and a wardrobe.

An outdoor patio area with a picnic table and a small covered seating area.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a tiled floor.

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mankato

4.8 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

James

₩88,461

₩98,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pergola with string lights, and a view of a building with a glass facade.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, blue seating, and glass doors leading to a balcony.

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted light, and a nightstand.

A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with wooden tables and chairs.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Mankato

3.9 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Mitchell

₩80,455

₩86,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A motel sign with an American flag, a white fence, and a road with vehicles.

A motel named Viking Jr. with a signboard, a parking lot, and a building with a sign for High Speed Internet.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A motel sign with the name "Viking Jr. Motel" in bold letters.

18. Viking Jr. Motel

17.1 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

David

₩90,062

₩99,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A stone-walled indoor pool area with a built-in hot tub, a metal handrail, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a Baymont Inn & Suites sign, a reception desk, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, seating area, and a lifeguard stand.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, including pastries and fruits, and a coffee station.

19. Quality Inn & Suites Mankato East

5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

James

₩72,650

₩80,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Property	Property class	Guest rating
AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
Arch and Cable Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 239 reviews	View
Hotel Alexander	9.4 Exceptional 182 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown	8.6 Excellent 938 reviews	View
Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato	7.6 Good 662 reviews	View

Top Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Mankato

8/10 Good

"Every thing was alright"

Motel 6 Mankato, MN

10/10 Excellent

"Liked the parking lot for motorcycles, room was clean and very comfortable to stay at this location."

Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

8/10 Good

"The apples in the breakfast bar were rotten."

Candlewood Suites Mankato East By Ihg

10/10 Excellent

"Only disappointment was no hot tub. Otherwise it was a great hotel."

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mankato

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for 12 nights. My wife and I found the location excellent for our needs. The staff were very helpful and ALWAYS responded to our needs in a timely manner. We also met a two groups that used the hotel. The first week and weekend there were tennis players in town for a tournament. The second weekend was a bus tour group that came to see Southern Minnesota from the Green Bay Wisconsin area. We were visiting from Florida had a very pleasant stay."

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

8/10 Good

"Hot tub was nice! We waited about 5 minutes for a staff member to arrive at the front desk to check us in."

Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious and clean. The hall carpet looked new. Only downside was they had no elevator. We had to make 2 trips hauling our stuff up the stairs."

Fairfield Inn & Suites Mankato

8/10 Good

"The hotel was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was only fair, not many choices. The staff was helpful and friendly."

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sibley Park

8.8/10 (166 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sibley Park, a lovely green space in Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

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Twin Rivers Arts

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can make plans for a show at Twin Rivers Arts on your trip to Mankato. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theater scene.

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Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop

7.6/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop during your travels in Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

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Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

8.8/10 (246 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.

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Reconciliation Park

Learn about the local history of Mankato when you spend time at Reconciliation Park. Experience the live music and theater scene in this walkable area.

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Carnegie Art Center

7.6/10 (33 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Carnegie Art Center, an entertaining place to visit in Mankato. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Benson Park

7.4/10 (10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Benson Park, a lovely green space in North Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

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Earley Center for Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Earley Center for Performing Arts during your stay in Mankato. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota is located in Mankato. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota. Another good choice is Arch and Cable Hotel, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

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What can I see and do near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Local parks like Sibley Park, Caswell Park, and Benson Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Twin Rivers Arts, Carnegie Art Center, and Earley Center for Performing Arts are some favorites close by Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota. Attractions like Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center and Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota hotels

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

2. Arch and Cable Hotel

3. Hotel Alexander

4. Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

5. Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Mankato

8. AmericInn by Wyndham St. Peter

9. Courtyard Mankato Marriott

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Mankato East by IHG

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Mankato

12. Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

13. Candlewood Suites Mankato East By Ihg

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

15. River Hills Hotel

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mankato

17. Baymont by Wyndham Mankato

18. Viking Jr. Motel

19. Quality Inn & Suites Mankato East

Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Top Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Mankato

Motel 6 Mankato, MN

Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

Candlewood Suites Mankato East By Ihg

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mankato

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

Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

Fairfield Inn & Suites Mankato

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sibley Park

Twin Rivers Arts

Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

Reconciliation Park

Carnegie Art Center

Benson Park

Earley Center for Performing Arts

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