Welcome to Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's, where families and medical travelers can unwind together. With a fireplace in the lobby, children's pool with sun loungers, and arcade/game room for kids of all ages, there is something for everyone.
Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Mayo Clinic - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Mayo Civic Center - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
HuHot Mongolian Grill - 16 min walk
McDonald's - 16 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min drive
First Meeting Noodle - 13 min walk
About this property
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's puts you just a 5-minute drive from Mayo Clinic and Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Wildwood Sports Bar, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a hot tub. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
149 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Wildwood Sports Bar - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.00 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 75.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 75.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 35.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's and nearby?
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's has an indoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a fitness center and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?
Yes, Wildwood Sports Bar offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's like?
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's is located a short 12-minute walk from Apache Mall.
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Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Children
Breakfast
Hot Tub
Location
Bed
Family friendly
Water slide
Shower
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently good and a great spread for families with diverse tastes. (40 reviews)
The pool area was a highlight, with many guests praising its cleanliness, size, and fun features like a water slide. (44 reviews)
The hot tub and pool area were very nice and provided a relaxing experience. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
Clean and very comfortable rooms. Beds and pillows were very comfortable.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Awesome!
Very nice and clean hotel. Would definitely stay there again. Easy to get to and shopping close by.
Mercedes
Mercedes, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
My boyfriend and I absolutely loved this hotel and we will certainly be staying there again if we come to visit
Tyler
Tyler, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Consistently Satisfied
Front desk staff is attentive and kind. Always dynamic to engage with. Room is good and amenities are good. Never issues in the dozens of times I have stayed here. They frequently trouble shoot things and help often.
Bri
Bri, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
Great location.
Karol
Karol, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Easy access, shuttle to Mayo Clinic, dining close by.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Great location, restaurants was good and there was a Quik Star right next door
Tammy
Tammy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2025
We stayed for a dance competition and the hotel was packed! The staff did a great job keeping on top of things and maintaining the hotel during this busy weekend. Our room could have been cleaner but overall it did its job and no complaints
Natalie
Natalie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Nice stay for a group
Tyrel
Tyrel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
We enjoyed our stay and will be coming back. The staff are very friendly and it was a clean hotel. The breakfast was amazing and fresh. Our 6 year old son enjoyed the pool area which was nice and clean as well.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 28, 2025
Great pool and breakfast.
Shirley
Shirley, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 14, 2025
It was a nice place to stay for the dance competition we came to Rochester for.
Jacob
Jacob, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Awesome, had a pool which was fun.
Jeanette
Jeanette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2025
Great place for family and fun
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 17, 2025
Not a Good Stay
We had to change rooms because the bathroom had not been cleaned.
Randy
Randy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
Wonderful property with friendly staff and clean rooms delicious breakfast i couldnt ask for more
Mackenzie
Mackenzie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
spacious rooms and very nice pool facilities
david
david, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Staff was great. They let me check out late.
Mohamed
Mohamed, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2025
Decent hotel for the money. I would stay at again. Dining options next door. Pool with water slide but it can be busy.
Timothy T
Timothy T, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2025
Good stay. Pool was nice and the staff was friendly and very helpful.
William
William, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2025
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.
Yuri
Yuri, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Fun pool
Enid
Enid, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Pool and hot tub was amazing
Tabitha
Tabitha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2025
Really enjoyed our stay! Very clean and great location! Looks like it will be our home away from home when I have my Mayo Clinic appointments!