Southwest Minnesota, MN

Travel Guide

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

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 Historic District

Historic sites and bars are some things travelers note about Pipestone Historic District. Check out Pipestone Center for Preforming Arts or World's Largest Peace Pipe while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Pipestone Historic District
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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 Pipestone Center for Preforming Arts.

Pipestone Commercial Historic District
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 ₩121,766 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
₩121,766
₩135,006 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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)
The room was clean

Reviewed on Dec 18, 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 ₩91,712 per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
₩91,712
₩101,681 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
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! (1,003 reviews)
Great place. High recommend!! Very clean!! Had a great conversation with Tom (owner) Wonderful guy!

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Motel 6 Mankato, MN
Courtyard Mankato Marriott

Courtyard Mankato Marriott

3 out of 5
901 Raintree Rd Mankato MN
The price is ₩138,770 per night from Jan 2 to Jan 3
₩138,770
₩153,863 total
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mankato. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (558 reviews)
Very nice large room

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Courtyard Mankato Marriott
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Mankato Getaway w/ Game Room & Salt Water Hot Tub!

Mankato Getaway w/ Game Room & Salt Water Hot Tub!

3 out of 5
Mankato MN
Stay at this cottage in Mankato. Enjoy free parking, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Blakeslee Stadium and Taylor Center are located ...
Very beautiful property. It had everything we needed and more.

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024

Mankato Getaway w/ Game Room & Salt Water Hot Tub!
Walk to Spring Lake: Pet-friendly Family Retreat!

Walk to Spring Lake: Pet-friendly Family Retreat!

3 out of 5
Mankato MN
Stay at this cottage in Mankato. Enjoy free parking, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hiniker Pond Public Beach and Benson Park are located ...
Walk to Spring Lake: Pet-friendly Family Retreat!
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Popular places to visit

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

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
Peacock in a schell’s brewery in New Ulm

August Schell Museum of Brewing

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
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

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

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

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

Minnesota State University

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

Jackpot Junction Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Jackpot Junction Casino during your visit to Morton? Discover the waterfalls while you're in the area.

Jackpot Junction Casino

Cities near Southwest Minnesota

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Walnut Grove