Southwest Minnesota Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Southwest Minnesota
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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 Pipestone Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pipestone Commercial Historic District
Motel 6 Mankato, MN

Motel 6 Mankato, MN

2 out of 5
1731 Premier DR, Mankato, MN
The price is NZ$127 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$127
4 Aug - 5 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Price and it was clean"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 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
The price is NZ$139 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$139
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Stayed 1 night for a college visit. Room was big (only 1 queen though), large fridge and microwave in room. Breakfast good. Clean room. Right on MSU campus and convenient."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center
EverSpring Inn & Suites

EverSpring Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1500 E College Dr, Marshall, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$165 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$165
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Marshall. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (751 reviews)
"Pillows and bed was very comfortable. Place is a bit run down and could really use repairs. Shower wouldn't work right, wallpaper was peeling and there were several things that were broken with chunks missing. Didnt smell like smoke and breakfast was ok so that's a plus."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

EverSpring Inn & Suites
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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! (111 reviews)
Fun Family Weekend
"Great stay for an extended family (approx. 20 people). Layout is great. Lovely, self-made house. Interesting architectural juxtapositions. Love the artwork. House is clean in the ways that matter (clean beds, bathrooms, etc.) Some long-term maintenance (clean walls, matching light bulbs) are less ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Log Inn on Madison Lake. Multi generation. Corporate retreat for team building
Cozy Cabin Located On The Premiere Lake In Mankato Area

Cozy Cabin Located On The Premiere Lake In Mankato Area

Kasota
Stay at this cabin in Kasota. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery and Drive A Tank are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (19 reviews)
Comfortable lake stay
"Nice property"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Cozy Cabin Located On The Premiere Lake In Mankato Area
Secluded Lakefront Lodge in Iowa's Great Lakes

Secluded Lakefront Lodge in Iowa's Great Lakes

Jackson
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Jackson. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Brown Park and Robertson County ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
"The cabin was perfect and the hosts were wonderful. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Secluded Lakefront Lodge in Iowa's Great Lakes
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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

Cities near Southwest Minnesota

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Sleepy Eye

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Blue Earth

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Sibley

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Windom