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

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden door, and three framed pictures on the wall.

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

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted ATM, and potted plants.

2. Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato

2.8 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

ReDeanna

AED 231

AED 256 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A hotel corridor with wooden doors, a patterned carpet, and a series of doors leading to rooms.

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.

3. 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 kitchen with a coffee machine, microwave, and a large window with a view. There are four chairs and a small table in the center.

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.

4. 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.

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

A hotel with a modern facade, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

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

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

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.

A modern hotel lobby with blue armchairs, round tables, and a patterned carpet.

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

6. Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

3.5 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Joshua

AED 344

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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.

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

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 courtyard with rows of white chairs and tables, a pool, and a Marriott hotel building in the background.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a water feature, and a pergola with string lights.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a water feature, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

8. Courtyard Mankato Marriott

4.7 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Corey

AED 360

AED 400 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

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

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and dumbbells.

A corner market with refrigerated and non-refrigerated shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and household items.

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

A modern lobby with a coffee station, seating area, and a television screen.

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

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

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

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 231

AED 256 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.

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

A River Hills Hotel sign with a modern building in the background.

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 468

AED 519 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 living room with a fireplace, blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a glass wall.

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

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

15. Baymont by Wyndham Mankato

3.9 km from Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota

Mitchell

AED 228

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A room with a wall-mounted air conditioner, a telephone, a coffee maker, and a small shelf with cups.

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 248

AED 275 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.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

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

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 189

AED 210 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato	7.6 Good 656 reviews	View
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Motel 6 Mankato, MN	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
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Top Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, helpful staff and great breakfast."

Motel 6 Mankato, MN

8/10 Good

"It would have been nice to have a toaster for the pop tarts. Breakfast is a little on the light side but ok"

Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

8/10 Good

"Great restaurant"

Quality Inn & Suites Mankato East

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay I’d do it again"

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

10/10 Excellent

"The location and local options made the stay more positive. Staff was polite and helpful."

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."

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"

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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. Coratel Inn & Suites by Jasper Mankato

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

4. Motel 6 Mankato, MN

5. AmericInn by Wyndham St. Peter

6. Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Mankato

8. Courtyard Mankato Marriott

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

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

Comfort Inn & Suites North Mankato

Motel 6 Mankato, MN

Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

Quality Inn & Suites Mankato East

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

AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center

Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Mankato East by IHG

Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato

Courtyard Mankato Marriott

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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