Historic Southwest Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
"I was very happy with staying here. They welcomed me and my cat no problem. The staff was very friendly and helpful I felt very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
"If you are there because yourself or someone else is visiting Mayo this is the place to be. They have shuttles that run all the time back and forth and do everything they can to support you. Will be back to Mayo and will stay here every time."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Kahler Grand Hotel
"I like the convenience to all the Mayo Facility. It’s the best. I was standing at desk to ask a question, Two gentlemen did not acknowledge me standing right in front of them, I had to wait over 5 mins till their personal conversation was over. What I did not like is one of my pillow case had blood ..."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area

Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
"Staff was amazing!! Room wasn't fancy but very clean and had a nice BIG TV!!"
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
"The room was very clean! Multiple parking options!"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Historic Southwest

Downtown Rochester
If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Shops University Square are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.
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.
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.





