River Hills Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Mankato with free parking

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - River Hills Hotel (Mankato)
River Hills Hotel, centrally located, offers practical comforts like laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests enjoy reliable WiFi in rooms, an outdoor firepit for evening relaxation, a convenient area shuttle, and consistently praised helpful staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 408 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 482 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 482 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
1000 Raintree Rd, Mankato, MN, 56001

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
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬12 min walk

About this property

River Hills Hotel

Hotel near Minnesota State University
A grocery/convenience store, a firepit, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at River Hills Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • An area shuttle, a vending machine, and a billiards/pool table
  • An elevator, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 53 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and dishwashers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is River Hills Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at River Hills Hotel?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hills Hotel on Nov 11, 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.

How much is parking at River Hills Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Hills Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at River Hills Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is River Hills Hotel located?

Situated in Mankato, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cinemark River Hills Mall Movies 8 and WOW Zone Family Entertainment Center. Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato and Bethany Lutheran College are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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