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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
482 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking
482 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
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Penthouse
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
500 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
About the neighborhood
Mankato
In Mankato .You'll find Cinemark River Hills Mall Movies 8 and WOW Zone Family Entertainment Center within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato and Bethany Lutheran College are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
WOW Zone Family Entertainment Center - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
Bethany Lutheran College - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
Minnesota State University - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
Getting around
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 18 min walk
Culver's - 14 min walk
Buffalo Wild Wings - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 16 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 17 min walk
About this property
River Hills Hotel
Hotel near Minnesota State University in Mankato
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly River Hills Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
1 building
53 guestrooms or units
3 levels
Deli
Coffee in lobby
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Front-desk safe
Pool or billiards table
Convenience store
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Computer for guest use
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Fireplace in lobby
Television in lobby
Elevator
Water dispenser
1 conference room
River Hills Hotel offers 53 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Mankato hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Entertainment
LCD TV with cable channels
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Paper towels
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Alcohol isn't served at River Hills Hotel.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently asked questions
How close is River Hills Hotel to the airport?
River Hills Hotel is 77.4 mi (87-min drive) away from the Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at River Hills Hotel?
As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hills Hotel on Oct 14, 2025 start from $146.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does River Hills Hotel have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at River Hills Hotel.
How close is River Hills Hotel to the beach?
This hotel is 5.5 mi (9-min drive) from Hiniker Pond Public Beach.
Does River Hills Hotel offer free breakfast?
River Hills Hotel offers free breakfast on weekdays between 5:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at River Hills Hotel?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at River Hills Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.
Is there free parking at River Hills Hotel?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does River Hills Hotel have a pool?
River Hills Hotel does not have a pool.
Does River Hills Hotel have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is River Hills Hotel to downtown Mankato?
River Hills Hotel is 2.1 mi away from Mankato.
Reviews
River Hills Hotel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Over priced, dirty, tried to reach out to management before reviewing no resolution - this is what $170+ a night gets you - old food in drawers, dirty stained furniture, non working appliances
When I arrive I ended up cleaning my whole room. From wiping off surfaces, vacuuming, and changing the sheets on the bed. Wiping down the futon that was fun of animal hair. I spent 1 night and moved to another hotel. When I called to talk to the manager Gail she never called me back. I called her twice. I would NOT recommend this hotel. The front desk staff Holly was great she did everything that she could have done but unfortunately I was not the only complaint that night but she handle things well. The managers do not care how this effects the paying customers as no manager was on site.
Front desk personnel were friendly but the hotel is old and it is showing it's age. Neither television received any channels and every time the AC turned on it sounded like someone dropped a tool box in the room. That meant that I did not get a very good night's sleep at all. There were also two temporary fans at either end of the hallway and a musty smell but no explanation was given. There are other hotels in the area, and I would recommend those instead.
Check in was very friendly. Place is clean and appealing.
LaRisa
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Thomas
Traveled with family
May 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfy but needs a refresh
This is still a good place to stay. Hotel could use a refresh. Been coming here for 20 years. Breakfast is so-so. There is no swimming pool. Beds are very comfortable. And, the service is excellent.
Location was great. Cozy Christmas lobby area was beautiful.
Abigail
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Douglas
Traveled with family
Nov 30, 2024
Check-in was great, Check-out not so much.
They would not give me a receipt at check-out because I booked through you. Next time I'll book through the hotel.
Also the room had a lot of dead ladybugs and a few live ones. There were dishes and silverware in the dishwasher.
I wouldn't recommend this hotel to anyone. The owner and manager refused to help me with a reservation issue even though they were on premise. Their reasoning was they were off duty. They did not return any of my calls either.