Downtown Rochester Travel Guide

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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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฿415
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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 ฿4,617 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
฿4,617
฿5,315 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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! (2,398 reviews)
"The Kahlers had ties to the Mayos and the clinic going back a century. It is perfectly located on the skyway across the street and skyway from the clinic’s Gonda building, near Methodist hospital, and about four skyway blocks to the Civic Center. The subway walkways will also cover most of the Mayo ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 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 ฿4,731 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
฿4,731
฿5,446 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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! (1,713 reviews)
"My one complaint is the lack of sufficient AC outlets near the beds. There was a single duplex outlet between the beds that had a lamp and an alarm clock plugged in. There was no way to plug in my CPAP machine without unplugging the clock. A simple solution would be to use a table lamp with additional ..."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 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 ฿3,737 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
฿3,737
฿4,302 total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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 ...
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
Brentwood Inn & Suites

Brentwood Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
123 Fourth Ave. NW Rochester MN
The price is ฿4,016 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿4,016
฿4,623 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Brentwood Inn & Suites
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 ฿3,246 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
฿3,246
฿3,737 total
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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 ...
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

3.5 out of 5
10 East Center Street Rochester MN
The price is ฿5,661 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
฿5,661
฿6,517 total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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! (655 reviews)
"From the moment I arrived, the Hilton in Rochester felt like a true haven. The entire property was immaculate - spotless, fresh, and thoughtfully maintained in every detail. The location couldn’t have been better, making everything convenient and stress-free. The car service to Mayo Clinic was prompt ..."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area
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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 Mayo Civic Center and Cascade Lake Beach.

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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, Mayo Civic Center and Olmsted County Fairgrounds 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.

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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