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

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Apache Mall

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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1517 16th St Sw, Rochester, MN, 55902
  • Apache Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mayo Clinic
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 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, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside

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

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

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(41 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

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

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

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About the neighborhood

Rochester

In shopping district.You'll find Apache Mall and Plummer House within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Mayo Clinic is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Apache Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Plummer House - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Mayo Clinic - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Mayo Civic Center - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪HuHot Mongolian Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪First Meeting Noodle - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crooked Pint Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

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

Family-friendly stay near Apache Mall
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, a waterslide, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A fitness center, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's. Free self parking is available.

This Rochester hotel is smoke free.

  • 149 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's offers 149 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Rochester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 75.00 per stay
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's is 7.7 mi (9-min drive) away from the Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's on Sep 11, 2025 start from $94.04, 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 Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's.

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

This hotel is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) from Cascade Lake Beach.

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's offer free breakfast?

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's offers free full breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 35.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's is home to Wildwood Sports Bar, which features American cuisine and light fare.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's to downtown Rochester?

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's is 1.8 mi away from Rochester.

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

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 716 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 716 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 716 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 716 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 716 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Sheila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk service was great, clean room, comfortable bed, fast internet connection, enjoyed the pool and hot tub facilities. Very nice breakfast and gathering areas for guests. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun pool
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Monique, Langley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beds comfy, staff pleasant. Breakfasts good. There were a few marks on tub edge, previous cigarette burn?
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yuri

Liked: Staff & service
This place was very convenient location while my son was in the Mayo hospital. I had extended my stay here twice and they were able to accommodate my request.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome, had a pool which was fun.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Catherine, New Brighton

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My recent stay at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area was unfortunately disappointing. Upon arrival, I was met with rather unfriendly staff who seemed uninterested in providing a welcoming experience. This set the tone for the rest of the visit. To add to the frustration, there was a lack of bath towels in the room, requiring us to call down for more, which took quite a while to be delivered. Additionally, the hot tub, which we were looking forward to using, was out of order the second day of our stay with no clear timeline for when it would be fixed. Another issue was the temperature throughout the hotel. Most common areas were hot and humid, making it quite uncomfortable to relax outside of our room. Thankfully, we could at least regulate the temperature in our room, but it was unpleasant everywhere else. Overall, the lack of hospitality, missing amenities, and uncomfortable environment left much to be desired. I hope the hotel takes these points into consideration to improve the guest experience moving forward.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marquisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel for the money. I would stay at again. Dining options next door. Pool with water slide but it can be busy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay for the dance competition we came to Rochester for.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tanner

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Checked out after one night, left a bag of clothes on accident. Called to have them sent to us. Offered to pay for shipping obviously because it was my fault. They some how can’t find them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had no AC. Repair person arrived around 6pm, had to leave the room. Still not working! Then finally offered a different room after several hours of inconvenience! Tried to call the hotel and no answer any time of day or night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly. Price was right.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was constant noise from the slamming door to the outside. I could hear every cough and sneeze from our neighbors through the very flimsy adjoining door. The breakfast was lukewarm. We will not be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025