Days Inn by Wyndham Mankato  

In Mankato near Hiniker Pond Public Beach and the scenic Minnesota River walking path. This budget hotel sits a short drive from Benson Park, Carnegie Art Center and the Verizon Wireless Center — an easy base for family-friendly outings and local events.

Fifty air-conditioned rooms mix practical comforts with simple style. Choose king suites with sofa sleepers, spa suites for special nights or apartment-style rooms for longer stays — many rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, safes and desks. Daily housekeeping keeps things tidy.

Take a dip in the indoor heated pool or unwind in the hot tub/spa tub. There’s an arcade/game room, vending machines and free self-parking on site. The property is 100% smoke-free and a recreational beach and river-walk are within easy reach — perfect for wake-up river-walk mornings.

Work-ready features include a business center with computer and printer, meeting room and conference space, a 24-hour front desk and free high-speed internet. Complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby.

A complimentary light/continental breakfast is served daily (weekday grab-and-go 5:00–9:00 AM; weekends 6:00–10:00 AM). Several local dining options are close by, including Mediterranean choices such as Olives.