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Many recognize Mankato, Minnesota, from the Little House on the Prairie television series. Today, Mankato is home to the Minnesota State University and diverse music scene, making it a Rolling Stone Magazine top college town destination. In addition, Mankato is a destination for outdoor sports and recreation like kayaking in the Minnesota State Park. Hotel visitors may stay in inexpensive Mankato hotels like the Marriott, bed and breakfasts like the Butler House, or beautiful resorts.

Mankato Quick Picks and Tips

Conventions

The City Convention Center has over 50,000 square feet of space and can host up to 5,000 hotel visitors. The Verizon Wireless Center regularly hosts trade shows, expos, and major concerts.

Dining

Whether looking for pizza or for fine dining, Mankato has a diverse restaurant scene close to many hotels Mankato. The Neighbor's Italian Bistro on South Riverfront Drive is a local favorite featuring award-winning made from scratch pasta.

Main Point of Interest

Visit the childhood home of Maud Hart Lovelace, author of the Betsy-Tacy book series. Located on Center Street, the home is open to the public and the Betsy-Tacy Society organizes daily tours.

Shopping

Mankato has three major shopping centers that house familiar stores like Target and Sears. However, Old Town Mankato is lined with smaller boutique shops like The Enchanted Forrest Gift Shop and the unique Mary Lue's Yarn and Ewe, where visitors may sit and knit.

Recreation

Visitors at hotels in Mankato may enjoy year-round skiing and snowboarding Mount Kato, or enjoy the paved biking trails and the scenic hiking paths at the Minnesota State Park.

Recently Rated Mankato Hotels

Hotel Reviews Stars Price from
GrandStay Residential Suites Mankato
3.8 / 5
18 reviews
3 stars $84
Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Mankato
3.6 / 5
31 reviews
2 stars $53
Budget Host Inn Mankato
2.6 / 5
8 reviews
2 stars $49
AmericInn Mankato Hotel & Conference Center
3.8 / 5
13 reviews
3 stars $58
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mankato
4.5 / 5
10 reviews
2 stars $79
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites MANKATO EAST
4 / 5
7 reviews
3 stars $97
Super 8 Mankato
2.7 / 5
14 reviews
2 stars $46
Courtyard Mankato
4 / 5
1 reviews
3 stars $76
Days Inn Mankato
2.9 / 5
12 reviews
2 stars $50
Mankato City Center Hotel
3 / 5
4 reviews
3 stars $80

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Featured Mankato Hotels

From $84

When you choose to stay with GrandStay, you get more than just a typical hotel room. You will stay in a spacious suite and will be surrounded by our warm and friendly staff. We take pride in... More

good but noisy
The hotel was clean and comfortable. The only problem has been in the morning when the person next door decided to take a shower at 6 am... The noise of the water was so loud that for a second I...
May 20, 2013
From $58

The convenient and comfortable accommodations feature quality amenities and an excellent location next to the Minnesota State University, Mankato, making us the ideal place for business travelers,... More

Orientation at Minnesota State
Within walking distance to the campus.....definately will plan to stay there while visiting my chld at school.
Apr 20, 2013
From $73

When you demand only the best, but at a price that doesn't break the bank, only this Mankato hotel will do. Mankato hotels are not created equally, and it can be tough to decide where to stay.... More

Not that great
I thought it would be a lot better than it was. The hot tub was not that hot and had cheetos in it! The room was outdated. Not good for the price I paid.
Feb 29, 2012
From $49

4 Budget Host Inn Mankato

2 stars
2.6 / 5 8 reviews

1255 Range Street Map

Located at the intersection of Highway 14 and Highway 169, the Budget Host Inn abuts beautiful Hiniker Pond Park. The hotel is a five-minute drive from Bluff Park, Spring Lake Park and Kiwanis... More

It's okay
The location was perfect for what I needed. They allowed me an early checkin ... which was appreciated. They had a small area for toast, muffins, cereal and coffee. that was clean. There were free...
May 5, 2013
From $75

5 Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

3 stars
4.1 / 5 10 reviews

20 Civic Center Plaza Map

The Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Mankato hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Mankato, MN across from the beautiful Minnesota River. Rising in the Mankato skyline as an architecturally prominent... More

Perfect!
I had such a great time at the Garden Hilton in Mankato. My boyfrind and I went there to watch the MN Vikings training camp, the location was perfect, we were close and able to walk to almost every...
Aug 14, 2011
From $50

6 Days Inn Mankato

2 stars
2.9 / 5 12 reviews

1285 Range Street Map

Get FREE high-speed Internet access at this Days Inn Business Center with Computer & Printer Daybreak Deluxe Continental Breakfast King suites complete with sofa sleeper, microwave and... More

Needs a up grade.
Walking in the lobby as well as the hallways smell like smoke. One room was accidently a smoking room. They didn't even try to get another room. I can't breath well in a smoking area. All our...
Nov 5, 2012
From $76

7 Courtyard Mankato

3 stars
4.0 / 5 1 reviews

901 Raintree Road Map

Treat yourself to a comforting and flexible Mankato hotel at Courtyard Mankato by Marriott. This brand new Midwestern lodging destination is located near Minnesota State University, Mankato... More

Awesome girls night out!
The staff was friendly. The rooms were modern and clean. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming and the cafe food was delicious!
Feb 6, 2013
From $53

A Microtel 2010 "Top 20" Award Winning Hotel Welcome to the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mankato. This quality hotel in Mankato is near Minnesota State University, the Verizon Wireless Civic... More

A good choice
everything is great except the bathroom drain seems doesn't work very well. The room is big and clean and the place is easy to find, the breakfast is good...
May 13, 2013
From $80

9 Mankato City Center Hotel

3 stars
3.0 / 5 4 reviews

101 East Main Street Map

Mankato City Center Hotel The Perfect Choice for Downtown Mankato Hotels... The Mankato City Center Hotel has a rich history in the downtown community and is the perfect choice when visiting... More

Not worth the money we paid for
My fiancé and I decided to stay at this hotel because we were going to a concert and the hotel was conveniently connected to the concert venue via skyway. We paid almost $100 for it. The room...
Oct 11, 2012
From $69

10 Comfort Inn Mankato

2 stars
2.8 / 5 9 reviews

131 Apache Place Map

Convenient location situated near the River Hills Mall and several restaurants. Minnesota State University campus is just an 8 minute drive, which is also the site of the Minnesota Vikings Training... More

Hot tub closed, not great staff
The room was very clean and comfortable. The continental breakfast wasn't bad. The staff were very unfriendly. One of them, upon checkout, even gave me a receipt that wasn't me and it had the other...
Sep 2, 2012
From $97

Enjoy the Perfect Location at our Mankato, MN Hotel With top-notch amenities and quality service, you are sure to have a carefree stay at the newly built Holiday Inn Express® Mankato, MN hotel.... More

Good night away
We stayed here as it's close to the Wow Zone. It's nice and close, the staff was nice and overall a nice place
Feb 19, 2013
From $87

The Country Inn and Suites Hotel and Conference Center Mankato is newly renovated with 101 non smoking rooms and conference center-banquet space for 2 to 400. We have an attached family friendly... More

Good value, great breakfast
Room was large & very clean. Staff was very friendly. The hot breakfast was great! Frittata eggs Sunday morning were really a treat before having to head home :)
Sep 10, 2012
From $46

13 Super 8 Mankato

2 stars
2.7 / 5 14 reviews

51578 US Hwy 169 N Map

Welcome to the Mankato Pride of Super 8, conveniently located off of Highway 169 and Junction 14, in beautiful Southern MN. Highway 169 runs parallel with the scenic Minnesota River, so driving to... More

Super 8
Room was clean but could use some fixing...cracked walls and discolored tub etc. The heater/air-conditioner was very loud. Had to turn up the TV when it kicked on, which was often. The noise made...
Feb 19, 2013
From $79

Make this Mankato MN hotel your home away from home whether traveling for business or pleasure. This Fairfield Inn by Marriott hotel is conveniently located near River Hills Mall which features... More

Excellent
I was visiting my niece at Mankato state. This was a great hotel choice fir ys. The room was spacious, clean, had a microwave, fridge, the bathroom was clean and hot water. We will book this hotel...
Mar 14, 2013