Historic Southwest Travel Guide

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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 when you stop by Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
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Activities

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

NZ$21
per adult
Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Our pick of the best Historic Southwest Hotel Deals

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 NZ$223 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$223
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Nice hotel in a great location. They had patio dining. We didn’t get a chance to eat there but would like to the next time we’re in the area. Customer service was excellent! I had an early flight which they accommodated and let me check in early and I was able to take a long nap. Hotel could use ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

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 NZ$223 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$223
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (933 reviews)
"Great location for walking about and restaurants. Clean and modern hotel."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 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 NZ$262 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$262
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,264 reviews)
"Clean room, location is perfect for visits to Mayo Clinic."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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
The price is NZ$148 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$148
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
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 NZ$244 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$244
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,677 reviews)
"Easy access yo Mayo Clinic. Right across the street. This is a no frills just hotel spot."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

4 out of 5
101 11TH Avenue SW Rochester MN
The price is NZ$212 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$212
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel and the coffee station and free meals were a pleasant surprise !"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Historic Southwest

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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

While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Side Pioneers

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

Folwell

Though Folwell may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plummer House and Cascade Lake Beach.

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