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About the Hotel

1517 16Th Street Sw, Rochester, Minnesota, United States, 55902

“The hotel's location makes it so convenient for visiting Mayo Clinic.”view full review

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's features a restaurant, fitness center, bar, and free WiFi. This family-friendly hotel, rated 8.0/10 on Booking.com, offers easy access to local attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's include air conditioning, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs. Guests may enjoy private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Dining & Nearby Options

The onsite restaurant, Wildwood Sports Bar, offers American cuisine and light fare, while a continental breakfast is available daily. Nearby dining options include Chuck E. Cheese and Applebee's within a 1 miles range.

Leisure & Entertainment

Leisure amenities include a fitness center and a spa tub. Guests can engage in nearby activities like golfing and can visit landmarks such as Mayo Civic Center and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.

Services & Local Area

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's features a business center and offers complimentary shuttle service. The hotel is a short distance from bus stops, making it easy to reach Rochester International Airport, located 9.5 miles away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room Mobility Accessible Tub Pool Side

Max:

3 persons

370 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Executive King Room Fireplace

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Executive Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Rochester4000 ft

Airports

Rochester International (RST) 7.7 mi

Dodge Center (tob) 21.1 mi

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's pool
Water slides
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Aqua park
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Jacuzzi

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1517 16Th Street Sw, Rochester, Minnesota, United States, 55902

Map view

1517 16Th Street Sw, Rochester, Minnesota, United States, 55902

City landmarks

300 7th St SE

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

1.2 mi

1091 Plummer Ln SW

Plummer House

1.8 mi

Shopping Area

Apache Mall

4600 ft

200 1st St SW

The Plummer Building

1.6 mi

Museum

Mayowood Mansion

2.0 mi

Rochester

Silver Lake

1.6 mi

Event hall

Mayo Civic Center

1.9 mi

Museum

History Center of Olmsted County

1.3 mi

Rochester International Arpt

2100 ft

Anything Goes Zone

2400 ft

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

3500 ft

2.5 miles up Country Road 3 On Valleyhigh Drive NW .2 miles east of intersection with West Circle Drive NW

Douglas Trail

1.6 mi

Gallery

Rochester Art Center

1.9 mi

Machine Shed Arcade

4000 ft

Church

The Congregational Church

4100 ft

First Unitarian Universalist

4200 ft

Church

First Unitarian Universalist Church

4300 ft

Spark

4600 ft

Church

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

4600 ft

Crossroads

4700 ft

Crossroads Shopping Center

5000 ft

Savers

5100 ft

Square

Crossroads Center

1.0 mi

Garden

St. Francis Peace Garden

1.6 mi

Peace Garden

1.1 mi

County Fair Midway

1.1 mi

Golf Course

Soldiers Field Golf Course

1.2 mi

Gallery

Semva Art Gallery

1.6 mi

Graham Park-County Fairgrounds

1.2 mi

Farm

2013 Olmsted County Fair

1.2 mi

Nearby

Store

Trader Joe's

3500 ft

Restaurants

Wildwood Sports Bar & Grill

700 ft

1517 16th St SW Adjacent to Hotel Apache

Dunn Brothers Coffee

1400 ft

1340 Salem Rd SW

Firehouse Subs

1900 ft

1290 Salem Rd SW

Chuck.E.Cheese

3500 ft

1250 16th St. SW

Cold Stone Creamery

4100 ft

1050 Apache Mall

HuHot Mongolian Grill

4600 ft

102 Apache Mall

Manchu Wok

4600 ft

210 Apache Mall

Hot Chip Burger Bar

3300 ft

1190 16th St SW

Applebee's

4600 ft

320 Apache Mall

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

68%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

5.8

Location

7.8

Service

5.4

Dining

6.2

4/5 based on 66 reviews

#39 of 58 hotels in Rochester based on Tripadvisor

Sophia

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.0/10

I had a mix of experiences during my stay. The hotel's location is pretty convenient for visits to the Mayo Clinic, which is great for patients. But, I encountered issues with cleanliness and service that left me disappointed overall.

Rooms

5.0

My room was not in good shape. I found hair in the shower, and there were stains on the mattress. It felt quite unclean, which really affected my stay. Also, the amenities weren't working properly.

Service

5.0

The staff was sometimes helpful, but the service was inconsistent. There were long check-in lines, and at one point, there was only one person at the front desk. I also felt that my requests for a room change due to mobility issues were overlooked.

Location

7.0

The proximity to the Mayo Clinic is definitely a plus. It's easy to access and very convenient, especially for medical visits. Also, the nearby shopping mall is a bonus.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited and ran out quickly. I was hoping for more variety and better service in that area.

Facilities

6.0

While the pool area had a lot of activity, it was often crowded. The fitness center had a temporary closure, which was disappointing, but the staff worked hard to keep things clean and organized.

Lily

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.4/10

I enjoyed the family-friendly atmosphere at the Best Western Rochester, especially the indoor pool where my granddaughters had a blast. The location was perfect for our visits to the Mayo Clinic, which made the entire experience convenient. However, I did find some cleanliness issues that could use improvement, such as the hallways not being up to par. Overall, it felt more like a vacation despite some hiccups.

Rooms

6.0

My room was spacious and had mostly new furnishings, but there were cleanliness issues such as leftover hair in the bathroom.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and checked in on us frequently, though I found one employee somewhat unengaged when I first called about rooms.

Location

9.0

Being close to the Mayo Clinic was a huge plus, allowing easy access for our medical appointments while also being near shops and dining options.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed a nice breakfast at the adjacent restaurant, which offered a good variety, although the options could have been more exciting.

Facilities

5.0

The pool area was fun for the kids, but the hot tub was not working during my stay and the slide was shut down, which was disappointing.

Grace

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay. On one hand, the location was really convenient for visiting the Mayo Clinic, and I appreciated the decent breakfast options that included a lot of choices. On the other hand, I ran into issues with cleanliness and maintenance, particularly in the common areas, which was disappointing. Overall, I think the hotel has potential, but it certainly needs some updating and better management.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms I stayed in were spacious, which was nice, but I encountered cleanliness issues and wear that detracted from the experience.

Service

5.0

The staff was friendly, but they seemed inexperienced and overwhelmed, which affected the service quality. Issues with management responsiveness were also evident.

Location

8.0

The proximity to the Mayo Clinic was a huge plus, making it very convenient for my medical visits.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast offered multiple choices, but the quality and management of the dining area could be improved.

Facilities

5.0

The pool area was fun for kids, but I noticed cleanliness issues and a lack of supervision during my stay that led to some problematic experiences.

Ivan

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.4/10

My stay at Best Western Rochester was a mix of positives and some drawbacks. The spacious room was a plus, especially being poolside, and I enjoyed the clean pool area. However, I faced some issues with cleanliness and maintenance during my visit, which was disappointing.

Rooms

6.0

I found the spacious poolside room great for my group, although it had some maintenance issues, like a broken lock and dirty air conditioner that needed attention.

Service

5.0

While the staff was friendly, I felt that their responsiveness could improve as I faced some issues during my stay that weren't properly addressed.

Location

7.0

The hotel's proximity to the Mayo Clinic was perfect, making it easy to access during my visits. However, the surrounding area did feel a bit sketchy at times.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast offered a good variety, which I appreciated. But there were times when the food ran out, and it felt like the area needed better upkeep.

Facilities

6.0

The pool area was fun for kids, but it didn't seem to be closely monitored, which was concerning. On the other hand, the laundry facilities were convenient for my extended stay.

Liam

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay. The hotel's proximity to the Mayo Clinic was perfect for my needs, and the rooms were spacious. However, I encountered significant issues with the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, including unclean sheets and laundry service failures.

Rooms

Service

5.0

The front desk staff were friendly and accommodating, but there seemed to be a lack of staff during busy times, leading to longer wait times. Management could have been more responsive regarding room cleaning requests.

Location

8.0

Being close to the Mayo Clinic was incredibly convenient for my appointments. The hotel provided easy access to nearby food options, which I found helpful.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had a good variety of choices, which was nice but some items ran out quickly and weren't replenished in a timely manner. Overall, the food was decent.

Facilities

5.0

The pool area was a big plus for families, although I found it disappointing that the hot tub and slide were not operational during my visit. The general cleanliness of some common areas also left something to be desired.