Downtown Rochester Travel Guide

Rochester

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Stay near popular Downtown Rochester attractions

Mayo Civic Center

9.2/10 (818 reviews)
Catch an event at Mayo Civic Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
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Things to do

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Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Rp219.844
per adult
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Top hotels in Downtown Rochester

Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw Rochester MN
The price is Rp2.393.819 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp2.393.819
Rp2.755.884 total
31 Jul - 1 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! (2,173 reviews)
"Quick stay, room was small, but we just needed a quick stay and ease of access to Mayo. Parking was right there, easy access."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Kahler Grand Hotel
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 Rp2.481.289 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
Rp2.481.289
Rp2.856.696 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,608 reviews)
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Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area

Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area

3 out of 5
110 Civic Center Drive NW Rochester MN
The price is Rp3.016.819 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp3.016.819
Rp3.473.113 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Difficult review to write The staff was excellent with me, very pleasant and accommodating The reason for my poor review is the location of the hotel situated directly beside the train tracks and crossing. Our first night 3 trains came by the hotel from 12:30am to 6:00am, each one blowing their whistle ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
220 S Broadway Rochester MN
The price is Rp1.838.653 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp1.838.653
Rp2.116.772 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Loved our stay. Nice hotel for the price. Beware that there is no breakfast, even at the restaurant but close to plenty of options. Beds were comfortable."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Brentwood Inn & Suites

Brentwood Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
123 Fourth Ave. NW Rochester MN
The price is Rp1.963.610 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
Rp1.963.610
Rp2.260.651 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The location was right next to the Mayo Center where I had easy access to the Center for my appointments."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Brentwood Inn & Suites
Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

3.5 out of 5
10 East Center Street Rochester MN
The price is Rp3.059.304 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp3.059.304
Rp3.522.023 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (613 reviews)
"Great place to stay if you are visiting the Mayo Clinic."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

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Where to stay in Downtown Rochester

Find the best Downtown Rochester areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center.

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Historic Southwest

While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.

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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.

Northrup

When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Recreation Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Rochester Travel Guide