Where to Stay While at Mayo Clinic

Kahler Hotel

Rochester has more hotels, motels and lodging accommodations than you would expect in a town this size, primarily because of all the visitors to Mayo Clinic.There are plenty of options downtown within easy walking distance of Mayo Clinic. For those who stay a bit outside of the downtown area, many of the hotels and motels offer free shuttle service on a regular basis to and from Mayo Clinic.

When you set up your appointment, you will usually be mailed information about lodging, restaurants, parking and information about Rochester and the surrounding area. You can also check this website, Rah Rah Rochester, for lodging to meet your needs, whether you are looking for a suite, kitchenette room, monthly rates, connected by Skyway/Subway to the Clinic, free Continental breakfast or other options.

The Kahler Grand Hotel is located in the center of downtown. Across the street to the north of the Kahler is Methodist Hospital. And across the street to the west is the main entrance to the Gonda Building. You can access all the downtown Mayo buildings, and most downtown restaurants and shops by walking in the Skyway/Subway system. (This is great when the weather is rainy, or too hot, or too cold.) Search the Rah Rah Rochester website for more lodging in Rochester.

The photo shows the main entrance to the Kahler Hotel as seen from the second floor of the Gonda Building. You can easily walk across the street to the Kahler or walk in the subway level to the Kahler. The elevators to the Kahler are located near the Mayo Store by the Cafeteria hallway. Just ask anyone if you need directions. Really, when you are at the Mayo Clinic, just ask anyone for help. I'm pretty sure 99.9% of the people will be more than happy to help out.