Southwest Minnesota Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Southwest Minnesota
Photo by Jonathan Sakakibara
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 Carnegie Art Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Mankato City Center
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 AU$160 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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)
"Good breakfast and close to where I needed to go"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center
Quality Inn & Suites
Quality Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
131 Apache Pl, Mankato, MN
The price is AU$97 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Mankato. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions WOW Zone Family Entertainment Center and Carnegie Art Center ...
6/10 (833 reviews)
"It was nice, quiet, and clean."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Quality Inn & Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato
Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato
2 out of 5
1285 Range St, Mankato, MN
The price is AU$103 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mankato. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (764 reviews)
"Had hot tub and breakfast. Nice place"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato
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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 air conditioning. Popular attractions Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery and Drive A Tank are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Cozy Lakeside Cottage
"We had a relaxing stay by the lake. The home had everything that we needed and was very quiet and private. Our family really enjoyed staying here and would not hesitate to visit again."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Cozy Cabin Located On The Premiere Lake In Mankato Area
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! (107 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Dorothy was super responsive even when she was not around and was taking care of sick, she was always available to answer back and help. Huge property with nice rooms and furnitures. I would love to come back again."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Log Inn on Madison Lake. Multi generation. Corporate retreat for team building
Lakeside Luxury~Hot Tub~Game Room~Fire Pit
Lakeside Luxury~Hot Tub~Game Room~Fire Pit
Jackson
Stay at this vacation home in Spirit Lake. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Little Spirit Lake and Little Spirit Lake ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
NYE 2025
"The property was exactly as described and shown in the pictures. There were plenty of towels for both showering and using the hot tub. It was a lovely place to stay on a lake, and although the weather didn’t cooperate for ice fishing, we enjoyed the setting. Plus, being able to bring our pups along ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Lakeside Luxury~Hot Tub~Game Room~Fire Pit
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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

Explore the great outdoors at Pipestone National Monument, a lovely green space in Pipestone. 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

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

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

Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum in Walnut Grove. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum

Cities near Southwest Minnesota

Spirit Lake

Spirit Lake

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Windom

Mankato

Mankato

Photo by Jutta Karin Schultz

Redwood Falls