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Best pet friendly hotels in Rochester, MN

Posted by jac08 @jac08, Apr 9, 2023

Looking for the best pet friendly hotels that are connected to Mayo Clinic Rochester. Any input would greatly be appreciated. Thnx .

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shampoou | @shampoou | Sep 11, 2023
In reply to @shampoou "Laurie!! Ty for your info !! I decided on the kahler as it is closer which..." + (show)
@shampoou

Laurie!! Ty for your info !! I decided on the kahler as it is closer which will be awesome so if I want to check on my pet in between appointments it will be a few blocks closer which could be crucial with time frame of appointments. Hope your health is going well I'm looking forward to going and finding out more on mine have a great day and thanks again

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By the way for anybody that wants to know the pet fee at indigo is $125 a night and the pet fee at Kahler is 150 a night

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bano | @bano | Mar 2 8:09am

Hi We have 2 large dogs we will be bringing with us for my husband's upcoming Mayo visit in Rochester. I'm looking for a place to stay with them where we can also easily access daily walks and a freezer/fridge would be a bonus. Cleanliness and easy access to Mayo is a huge plus.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sepdvm | Mar 2 8:23am
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@bano

Hi We have 2 large dogs we will be bringing with us for my husband's upcoming Mayo visit in Rochester. I'm looking for a place to stay with them where we can also easily access daily walks and a freezer/fridge would be a bonus. Cleanliness and easy access to Mayo is a huge plus.

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Hello @bano. You might find an airbnb more suitable and closer to Mayo campus. We often stay at a Home2Suites but it is not walking distance to Mayo, just a short 7-10 minute drive. It sits along the Zumbro river with a nice walking path. Full size refrigerator/freezer in kitchenette. Not sure if there is a size limit for dogs but they are there frequently. Also near Soldiers Field golf course where you can walk dogs in off season.

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Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Mar 2 8:41am
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@bano

Hi We have 2 large dogs we will be bringing with us for my husband's upcoming Mayo visit in Rochester. I'm looking for a place to stay with them where we can also easily access daily walks and a freezer/fridge would be a bonus. Cleanliness and easy access to Mayo is a huge plus.

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bano @bano

Welcome to Connect.
You may want to contact Concierge services for assistance, they may have recommendations for dog friendly hotels. For more information, see:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/minnesota/concierge-service

I also suggest contacting hotel directly about their policies; specifically breed, number of dogs, size, charges and if require kennels if dogs are left in room unattended. I have seen hotels advertise as "Pet Friendly" and when I go to check in their policy were different then advertised on their corporate online page.

Laurie M

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emo | @emo | Mar 2 9:01am
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@bano

Hi We have 2 large dogs we will be bringing with us for my husband's upcoming Mayo visit in Rochester. I'm looking for a place to stay with them where we can also easily access daily walks and a freezer/fridge would be a bonus. Cleanliness and easy access to Mayo is a huge plus.

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I stayed at the LaQuinta in Rochester, and it’s pet friendly. When I was there, the rooms had a fridge (freezer was tiny) and microwave. There’s a Mayo Clinic shuttle, and it was really close. As for walks, since your dogs are large…it’s more of a strip mall type of area (I remember it being across from a movie theatre?), so not the most scenic, but there would be space in the parking lots. I don’t quite remember because I was there in snow-covered February and not outside much!

I had a positive experience there.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Mar 2 9:11am
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@bano

Hi We have 2 large dogs we will be bringing with us for my husband's upcoming Mayo visit in Rochester. I'm looking for a place to stay with them where we can also easily access daily walks and a freezer/fridge would be a bonus. Cleanliness and easy access to Mayo is a huge plus.

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Welcome @bano, I moved your question to this existing discussion. @jac08 asked the same question in this discussion and got many helpful tips in addition to the suggestions from @roch @sepdvm and @emo.

- Best pet friendly hotels in Rochester, MN https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/best-pet-friendly-hotels/

Is this your first visit to Mayo Clinic?

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bano | @bano | Mar 2 11:06am
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@huilim

The Berkman is the best. Awesome staff and service. Pet friendly, has a roof top level for pets to relieve themselves. Shower place for grooming if you need

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Can you tell me if they have walking trails or sidewalks for a good half hour walk for the dogs anywhere near this place? Thank you!

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bano | @bano | Mar 2 11:10am
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@roch

bano @bano

Welcome to Connect.
You may want to contact Concierge services for assistance, they may have recommendations for dog friendly hotels. For more information, see:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/minnesota/concierge-service

I also suggest contacting hotel directly about their policies; specifically breed, number of dogs, size, charges and if require kennels if dogs are left in room unattended. I have seen hotels advertise as "Pet Friendly" and when I go to check in their policy were different then advertised on their corporate online page.

Laurie M

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Thank you!

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bano | @bano | Mar 2 11:12am
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@emo

I stayed at the LaQuinta in Rochester, and it’s pet friendly. When I was there, the rooms had a fridge (freezer was tiny) and microwave. There’s a Mayo Clinic shuttle, and it was really close. As for walks, since your dogs are large…it’s more of a strip mall type of area (I remember it being across from a movie theatre?), so not the most scenic, but there would be space in the parking lots. I don’t quite remember because I was there in snow-covered February and not outside much!

I had a positive experience there.

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Thank you! It doesn't have to be real scenic just enough walking space to do a half hour walk or something like that. I appreciate your help!

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bano | @bano | Mar 3 2:54am
In reply to @sepdvm "Hello @bano. You might find an airbnb more suitable and closer to Mayo campus. We often..." + (show)
@sepdvm

Hello @bano. You might find an airbnb more suitable and closer to Mayo campus. We often stay at a Home2Suites but it is not walking distance to Mayo, just a short 7-10 minute drive. It sits along the Zumbro river with a nice walking path. Full size refrigerator/freezer in kitchenette. Not sure if there is a size limit for dogs but they are there frequently. Also near Soldiers Field golf course where you can walk dogs in off season.

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Thank you I was just considering an Airbnb! I appreciate your help!

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