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A spacious interior with a herringbone wood floor, a kitchen area with granite countertops, and a staircase with patterned carpet.

The entrance to AmericInn by Wyndham, featuring a stone facade, a blue sign with stars, and a number 240.

A hotel reception desk with a computer, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a chalkboard with ice cream popsicle decorations, and a coffee station with various beverage dispensers.

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

2.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

richard

AED 290

AED 322 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a visible ceiling with exposed beams.

Three people toasting with champagne glasses in a room with large windows overlooking a street.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass staircase, a reception desk, and a large window.

2. Arch and Cable Hotel

Mankato City Center, 1.3 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Miriam

AED 750

AED 831 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel breakfast buffet with various food items, a TV screen above, and a coffee machine.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a vending machine, and a chandelier.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, a hanging light fixture, and a potted plant.

A modern lobby with a black brick wall, a large flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and a Coca-Cola vending machine.

3. Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato

2.8 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

ReDeanna

AED 236

AED 261 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, and a television.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a vase with pink flowers.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, patterned chairs, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to a hallway.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

2.9 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Bryan

AED 202

AED 224 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, a play area, and a view of the outside through the glass doors.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with a gray and white bedspread, a green accent wall, a desk with a chair, and a small seating area with a sofa.

A modern lobby with a vending machine, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a large '6' on the facade, two cars parked in front, and a covered entrance.

5. Motel 6 Mankato, MN

5.7 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Ryan

AED 253

AED 281 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a wall-mounted light, a bathtub, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a door leading to another room.

A reception desk with a stone wall backdrop, a wooden staircase, and a digital screen displaying information.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outside through large windows, surrounded by seating and a wooden ceiling.

6. AmericInn by Wyndham St. Peter

19.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Gail

AED 328

AED 363 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Towneplace Suites" and a covered outdoor area with seating.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven.

A patio area with a round fire pit, outdoor furniture, and a view of a green landscape.

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Mankato

4.6 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Susan

AED 452

AED 501 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

A breakfast buffet area with labeled stations for hot food, bakery, and grab & go options.

A reception desk with a computer, a bottle of hand sanitizer, and a framed picture. There is a wall with a bulletin board and a sign above the desk.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Mankato East by IHG

5.6 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Matthew

AED 371

AED 411 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Comfort Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, numbered 2000, and a parking lot with cars.

A barn with a metal roof and a fenced area with a pond and rocks.

A lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a TV mounted on a textured wall, and a fireplace below it.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of trees and grass.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

3.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Joshua

AED 344

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a coffee station, a refrigerator, and blue chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by yellow chairs and a tiled floor.

A modern kitchen with a curved counter, a coffee machine, and a fruit display.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and dumbbells.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Mankato

5.1 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

George

AED 320

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled floor and walls. There are large windows on one side, allowing natural light to enter.

A modern outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, seating, and a barbecue grill.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel sign for Candlewood Suites with a modern building in the background.

11. Candlewood Suites Mankato East By Ihg

5.4 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sara

AED 415

AED 460 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel with outdoor seating and a fire pit.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and framed pictures on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "Legends Bar & Grill" above a stone facade.

A banquet table set for a formal event, with chairs and table settings.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN

5.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Deborah

AED 372

AED 412 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a television, and a wardrobe.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A Microtel Inn & Suites building with a beige exterior, multiple windows, and a blue sign.

An outdoor patio area with a picnic table and a small covered seating area.

13. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mankato

4.8 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

James

AED 234

AED 260 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in island, and a dining area with a bar.

A room with two beds, a red leather sofa, a small table, and a bookshelf.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a barbecue area, and a view of trees with autumn foliage.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a long countertop.

14. River Hills Hotel

4.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Barbara

AED 523

AED 580 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pergola with string lights, and a view of a building with a glass facade.

A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with wooden tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted light, and a nightstand.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, blue seating, and glass doors leading to a balcony.

15. Baymont by Wyndham Mankato

3.9 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Mitchell

AED 206

AED 221 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A motel sign with an American flag, a white fence, and a road with vehicles.

A motel sign with the name "Viking Jr. Motel" in bold letters.

A motel named Viking Jr. with a signboard, a parking lot, and a building with a sign for High Speed Internet.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

16. Viking Jr. Motel

17.1 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Todd

AED 264

AED 293 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A stone-walled indoor pool area with a built-in hot tub, a metal handrail, and a potted plant.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, seating area, and a lifeguard stand.

A reception area with a Baymont Inn & Suites sign, a reception desk, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, including pastries and fruits, and a coffee station.

17. Quality Inn & Suites Mankato East

5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

James

AED 195

AED 216 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

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AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Arch and Cable Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 236 reviews	View
Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato	7.6 Good 656 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato	6.6 899 reviews	View
Motel 6 Mankato, MN	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was fine"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Mankato East by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean. Breakfast option was good."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent outside area and restaurant and bar connect"

Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

10/10 Excellent

"Great Breakfast, pretty nice spot"

Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious and clean. The hall carpet looked new. Only downside was they had no elevator. We had to make 2 trips hauling our stuff up the stairs."

Courtyard Mankato Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room helpful staff"

Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This is a very clean and well appointed property. I only stayed one night and everything was perfect."

Apartment in The Historical Stahl House Building.

10/10 Excellent

"Exactly as advertised"

Mankato Getaway w/ Game Room & Salt Water Hot Tub!

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this location for our girls weekend. It was spacious, clean with lots of fun amenities. The hot tub was a highlight despite the warm weather. Check in and out were easy. Enjoyed visiting all Mankato has to offer - Tune Time, Lakota Made, Nolabelle and River Rock Coffee were our faves."

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sibley Park

8.8/10 (166 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sibley Park, a lovely green space in Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

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Twin Rivers Arts

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can make plans for a show at Twin Rivers Arts on your trip to Mankato. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theater scene.

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Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop

7.6/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop during your travels in Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

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Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

8.8/10 (246 reviews)

Catch an event at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center during your trip to Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

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Reconciliation Park

Learn about the local history of Mankato when you spend time at Reconciliation Park. Experience the live music and theater scene in this walkable area.

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Carnegie Art Center

7.6/10 (33 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Carnegie Art Center, an entertaining place to visit in Mankato. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

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Benson Park

7.4/10 (10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Benson Park, a lovely green space in North Mankato. Discover the coffeehouses and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

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Earley Center for Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Earley Center for Performing Arts during your stay in Mankato. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota is located in Mankato. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota. Another good choice is Arch and Cable Hotel, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

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What can I see and do near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota?

Local parks like Sibley Park, Caswell Park, and Benson Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Twin Rivers Arts, Carnegie Art Center, and Earley Center for Performing Arts are some favorites close by Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota. Attractions like Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center and Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota hotels

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

2. Arch and Cable Hotel

3. Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

5. Motel 6 Mankato, MN

6. AmericInn by Wyndham St. Peter

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Mankato

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Mankato East by IHG

9. Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Mankato

11. Candlewood Suites Mankato East By Ihg

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN

13. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mankato

14. River Hills Hotel

15. Baymont by Wyndham Mankato

16. Viking Jr. Motel

17. Quality Inn & Suites Mankato East

Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Top Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Mankato East by IHG

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN

Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

Courtyard Mankato Marriott

Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

Apartment in The Historical Stahl House Building.

Mankato Getaway w/ Game Room & Salt Water Hot Tub!

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Sibley Park

Twin Rivers Arts

Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center

Reconciliation Park

Carnegie Art Center

Benson Park

Earley Center for Performing Arts

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