Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Property amenity
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1517 16th St Sw, Rochester, MN, 55902
  • Place, Apache Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Olmsted County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Single Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (with Single Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only;with Single Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Shower Only;with Single Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Pool View (with Single Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (Living Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside (Living Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside (with Single Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Poolside (with Single Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Rochester

Apache Mall is a short stroll from Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's, and other popular attractions like Plummer House are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 149-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Apache Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Plummer House - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Olmsted County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HuHot Mongolian Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eddie’s Rey De La Birria - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's features an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Wildwood Sports Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 75.00 per stay
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 75.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

This hotel is located in Rochester within a short 12-minute walk of Apache Mall. You'll also find Olmsted County Fairgrounds and Mayo Civic Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's feature a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool and a bar plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's serves free full breakfasts at Wildwood Sports Bar each morning.

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's for a fee of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night. A deposit of USD 75.00 per stay is collected.

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

The closest major airport to Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's is Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.), which is 7.7 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's.

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's if that's in your vacation plans.

Reviews

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 781 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 781 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 781 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 781 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 781 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Amenities
The staff was courteous. Complimentary breakfast was very good. Pool area looked very nice. The room was run down, smelled musty, and there was visible grime in the bathroom floor corners. Overall would rather avoid this hotel until they renovate the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the layout of the room, it was very comfortable and spacious the kids loved the pool ,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked how clean it was and it was close to the hospital and many other popular areas!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and super helpful staff. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and very comfortable rooms. Beds and pillows were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leannea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeRoy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk person; Danielle; was amazing and was right there willing to help with whatever you asked her for, she was great and that hotel should be privileged to have her there as an employee
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

patrick

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The kids loved the pool and waterslide. It's not a waterpark, but the waterslide does set it apart from your standard hotel pool. Basketball hoop was broken in the pool. Everything was clean and overall I'd definitely recommend this hotel. There were a few things that I think could be improved, but they are all pretty minor. First, the workout room was super hot. The thermostat said it was 80F in there, so hot before I even started working out. Also the poolside rooms I would say are not worth the extra money over a regular room. I was thinking it'd be more like a sliding glass door where the kids walk out and go. But really it's still a hallway then through the gate. Our room was a poolside suite and the room was very big and spacious. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was OK but most things were a bit cold. Overall a positive experience and I'd recommend staying at this hotel if you're in the area and want the kids to have a little extra fun in the pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The interior is nicer than the exterior. Loved the pool and hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leannea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Antwan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very pleased with this hotel and our stay. Only issue was the pool and hot tub was closed for maintenance and there’s limited food around the hotel. 8.5/10! Clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional Being a Mayo patient, and trying 3 other properties, this by far is the best The Housekeeping far exceed other competitors Our room was vert spacious The bed was comfy as were pillows TJ Maxx is walkable as is the Health Food store Sports Bar is just off hotel parking lot All the staff very helpful and efficient Water Park pool is in hotel There’s an adequate gym
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a two day stay planned and left after one day. Our room was not in good shape. The desk chair was broke. There were stains on the couch and bed sheets. We found a dime size piece of glass on the bathroom floor. The mini fridge did not work. The toilet clogged continuously and the water was warm at best. The worst part though, was the exhaust vent. The room had, what I think was an exhaust vent that a bird or some other animal had found its way in to. It was pulling on and pecking at the vent vanes and trying to get into the room. Also, the pool is not closed to the hotel, which made all of the hallways very hot and a strong chlorine smell almost burned your eyes when you walked in. I asked the manager to contact me about it, as I was told she was not in at the time. I have tried five times to contact them and she has never been there, and not returned my calls. I was charged the full two days, because I checked out after 11am on the second day. I honestly think they don’t care about their guests, I’d look elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sonia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025