Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Mankato
Address: 141 Apache Place, Mankato, Minnesota, US
Price range: $96–$188 per night
Rating: 8.43

What guests think

Across reviews of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Mankato, guests highlight a convenient location and generally satisfying complimentary breakfast, while feedback also notes mixed upkeep, including dated areas and occasional maintenance or noise concerns.

Several reviews report pool closures or cold water and an unexpected daily parking fee. Cleanliness feedback varies, with multiple mentions of musty or mildew smells and some bathrooms needing attention, while others found rooms and common areas tidy. Service is widely praised for friendly, helpful staff, though a few guests experienced communication lapses and, in one instance, an overbooking. A practical choice if convenience matters more than flawless facilities.

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Location

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Facilities

Facilities feedback is mixed: multiple reviews mention the pool being closed or uncomfortably cold, and a small daily parking fee that some found unexpected. A few note out-of-order equipment such as ice machines and, once, an elevator.

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4

Jon

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charged $3 for parking on an outside lot, nothing special. Room stunk like bleach, Wallpaper peeling off wall in bathroom, caulk on wallpaper, breakfast poor. This was Best Western, not Marriott quality.

2

Joella

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No pool

10

Emily

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Was a wonderful stay! My only critique is the pool was a little chilly. We'll definitely stay here again!

8

Vivian

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Elevator out of service. Shampoo dispenser in room empty. Staff were considerate and helpful.

8

Bruce

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was fine. I was not told about parking charges, which seem gratuitous for a small town. Also could not get my receipt when I checked out, I was told it was not ready but would be emailed. I did not receive receipt in my email and had to phone the hotel. I still could not get the receipt because a manager needed to be involved. Now waiting on the manager.

10

Jeanne

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ice machine not working but staff improvised. Nice quiet air conditioners.

8

Marian

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was really good. It was clean. I did give it a four star because The pool was cold

6

Jacqueline

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is well kept. I did notice some nats or fruit flies in my room. The lightening in the bathroom could have been brighter and the towels were very rough, it was like drying your face with sandpaper. The bathroom comments are my opinion. Others may think it’s perfect. The hotel charges you $3 a day to park your vehicle which isn’t listed anywhere except your bill. I wasn’t expecting that. There’s plenty of space to park, that fee is ridiculous.

8

Theresa

Dec 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

So sad we did not have a pool. That was the reason we booked it. Due to ordering through expedia we could not cancel. Disappointing that that information wasn't shared with us.

4

Colleen

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in and out was good. Nice service and staff. Pool was drained and not able to use. website photos are deceiving -the actual facility is not as nice. Tub was dirty. Breakfast was limited and what we did have wasn’t great so left to go eat elsewhere. Hotel couldn’t have helped this but loud out of control people after 12:pm for extended time. Choose the hotel based on reviews, location, website site photos. Wanted a place with a pool and breakfast. Disappointed We plan to be visiting Mankato often for the next few years and this was disappointing. We would not recommend this place.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: several guests cite musty or mildew odors and bathroom upkeep issues (dirty tubs, mildew or peeling caulk), while others report clean rooms and common areas.

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4

Jon

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charged $3 for parking on an outside lot, nothing special. Room stunk like bleach, Wallpaper peeling off wall in bathroom, caulk on wallpaper, breakfast poor. This was Best Western, not Marriott quality.

8

Tricia

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were extremely nice and helpful. The room and the lobby were clean. We loved the breakfast and the option of waffles.

10

Josephine

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay at this hotel. Very clean. Staff is very friendly. Great breakfast

2

Kris

Oct 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is run down. There was hair on the bathroom floor when I checked in so it must not have been cleaned. The shower caulking also had mildew. Won’t book here again.

4

jade

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly, somehow they checked someone else in under me so that was a bit annoying at 1030 pm to get figured out. The bigger issue is the smell throughout the entire hotel. It's moldy/musty and utterly nauseating. My room even smelled like it. Definitely won't be staying there again.

4

marlobeth

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

When we arrived check in was good but when we got to our room it had a terrible smell. It was coming from the bathroom and when I pulled back the shower curtain the smell of mold and mildew was so bad! We were able to switch rooms easily which was a plus. The room was clean but the tub could really use some work and the shampoo bottles on the wall had black stuff surrounding it where it was mounted. The water pressure and temperature were good though. All and all I don’t think I would stay here again nor would I recommend it.

6

Michelle

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked a regular king room, but we put in a handicapped roll in shower room. Room smelled likemildew, especially in the bathroom. Definitely was not a $250 room.

10

Carlie

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff are all super nice! Our room was really clean and perfect for what we needed. I feel bad even mentioning these things but maybe I am pickier than others. Our bed was comfy but the sheets were super rough. Literally my flannel PJ's wore off on the rough sheets. The bath/shower had many mold spots around the seems. No biggie! I didn't touch any of them. The sink was cracked but I assume that happened since it was installed and it did not leak. The breakfast options were amazing! Super handy before heading out to a conference. Thank you!

4

Colleen

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in and out was good. Nice service and staff. Pool was drained and not able to use. website photos are deceiving -the actual facility is not as nice. Tub was dirty. Breakfast was limited and what we did have wasn’t great so left to go eat elsewhere. Hotel couldn’t have helped this but loud out of control people after 12:pm for extended time. Choose the hotel based on reviews, location, website site photos. Wanted a place with a pool and breakfast. Disappointed We plan to be visiting Mankato often for the next few years and this was disappointing. We would not recommend this place.

10

Brian

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was great!! Everyone was very nice and professional. The room was very clean and comfortable.

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Rooms

Rooms receive mixed feedback: some found them comfortable and quiet, while others noted dated decor, AC or temperature problems, and occasional noise near ice machines; mattress and pillow comfort varies.

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Linda

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Very hard bed. Terrific staff.

2

Maccoy

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ac didn’t work

4

Geoff

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a last minute decision after a long day and long drive to stay there. However the room was 77 degrees and humid in there, the AC was unable to be adjusted and the fridge didnt cool anything. Needless to say, it was not a restful night. Definitely not staying there again

10

Amber

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very well kept and a quiet stay

4

Robert

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My room was incredibly loud, ice maker goes off all night and the early risers wheeling their luggage out the front was a rude awakening.

6

Emily

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were very uncomfortable hence not getting a good nights rest.

8

Emile

Jan 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean and quiet. The beds were too soft and the carpet is dated

6

Mary Ann

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel needs some serious updates and sound proofing. ADA toilets and walk in showers. Mattresses updated. We have stayed in other Fairfield's and the updates are wonderful. You should be able to expect same everywhere.

6

Sandra

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is right out of the 80's. So very dated. The staff were great, no complaints. Our room's balcony was on the pool side. So room cooled off great when we put the air on. Too cold if you can believe it. But the comforter is little more than a sheet. Blanket was meh. Pillows felt like just cases stuffed of poly-fil. If we weren't so desperate for a room on HC wkd, we would have stayed elsewhere.

10

Brian

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was great!! Everyone was very nice and professional. The room was very clean and comfortable.

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Service

Service is frequently described as friendly and helpful. A minority reported issues such as receipt or billing communication, a mistaken check-in, and one overbooking.

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10

Timothy

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We chose this place to stay for its convenient location from the highway and its location to restaurants and things to see. Check in was easy and convenient. Staff very friendly and helpful.

8

Tricia

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were extremely nice and helpful. The room and the lobby were clean. We loved the breakfast and the option of waffles.

2

Pantea

Dec 12, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was overbooked. Management was aware of it few days before our check in date but didn’t inform us. Upon arrival they share that news and that they have booked us at motel 6! Unacceptable service letting clients being stranded. This is despite us being Bonvoy members, too.

10

Josephine

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay at this hotel. Very clean. Staff is very friendly. Great breakfast

8

Bruce

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was fine. I was not told about parking charges, which seem gratuitous for a small town. Also could not get my receipt when I checked out, I was told it was not ready but would be emailed. I did not receive receipt in my email and had to phone the hotel. I still could not get the receipt because a manager needed to be involved. Now waiting on the manager.

4

jade

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly, somehow they checked someone else in under me so that was a bit annoying at 1030 pm to get figured out. The bigger issue is the smell throughout the entire hotel. It's moldy/musty and utterly nauseating. My room even smelled like it. Definitely won't be staying there again.

10

Thomas

Dec 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Got there late in the evening and left at checkout time, so did not stay long but we did get excellent service for the front Desk. Travel to Mankato frequently, will stay here again

6

Annette

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was overall nice but I feel for the amount we paid there was many things not right. The ice machine was out of order - they did provide ice but not for coolers. At breakfast the fresh fruit (pineapple, etc) was out by 8am. The check in staff was not very friendly. The deadbolt on our room was also broken. There was a young man on the second day was so helpful and willing to make things better. Overall good just seemed overpriced for what we got!

10

Bassem

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very nice

10

Doris

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing service

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Location

Location is considered convenient, close to the highway, restaurants, and local activities.

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10

Timothy

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We chose this place to stay for its convenient location from the highway and its location to restaurants and things to see. Check in was easy and convenient. Staff very friendly and helpful.

8

Linda

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Very hard bed. Terrific staff.

8

linda

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient, and clean

10

DARLENE MICHELE

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the convenience of the location. The room was pretty clean and the staff was very friendly. I liked their breakfast choices too. Except the eggs were a little cold. But otherwise it hsd good choices.

10

DAVE AND KAREN

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to get to and convenient to where we were visiting.

10

Yamily

Dec 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay and close from birthday celebration location.

10

Brenda

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and our room was very comfortable. It is also conveniently located to activities and restaurants. We loved the variety of breakfast options.

10

Crystal

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast was good, great hours since I was there for work and had to be up early. Close to everything food and gas and coffee.

10

Richard

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel. Near everything.

10

Michael

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

convenient

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Dining

Breakfast is generally well liked, with good variety and touches like waffles. Some guests found it limited, poorly replenished, or occasionally cold.

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4

Jon

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charged $3 for parking on an outside lot, nothing special. Room stunk like bleach, Wallpaper peeling off wall in bathroom, caulk on wallpaper, breakfast poor. This was Best Western, not Marriott quality.

8

Tricia

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were extremely nice and helpful. The room and the lobby were clean. We loved the breakfast and the option of waffles.

10

DARLENE MICHELE

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the convenience of the location. The room was pretty clean and the staff was very friendly. I liked their breakfast choices too. Except the eggs were a little cold. But otherwise it hsd good choices.

10

Josephine

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay at this hotel. Very clean. Staff is very friendly. Great breakfast

10

Brenda

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great breakfast

10

Brenda

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and our room was very comfortable. It is also conveniently located to activities and restaurants. We loved the variety of breakfast options.

10

Joseph

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean rooms and great continental breakfast.

10

Nicolle

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in and front desk was very pleasant and helpful. The breakfast was the best hotel breakfast I have had in years!! Love the cage free eggs gluten and dairy free options and turkey sausage. The attendant to the food was amazing. The rooms were very clean.

10

Gordon

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed the waffles!

4

Colleen

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in and out was good. Nice service and staff. Pool was drained and not able to use. website photos are deceiving -the actual facility is not as nice. Tub was dirty. Breakfast was limited and what we did have wasn’t great so left to go eat elsewhere. Hotel couldn’t have helped this but loud out of control people after 12:pm for extended time. Choose the hotel based on reviews, location, website site photos. Wanted a place with a pool and breakfast. Disappointed We plan to be visiting Mankato often for the next few years and this was disappointing. We would not recommend this place.

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Month	Average price
January	$105
February	$130
March	$112
April	$104
May	$130
June	$160
July	$163
August	$151
September	$140
October	$154
November	$108
December	$102

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1	2	3 $109	4 $124	5 $103	6 $101	7 $119
8 $96	9 $101	10 $97	11 $116	12 $116	13 $123	14 $123
15 $96	16 $96	17 $97	18 $121	19 $121	20	21
22 $96	23 $101	24 $101	25 $106	26 $106	27 $123	28 $113
29 $106	30 $111

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $116	2 $101	3 $106	4 $139	5 $133
6 $101	7 $101	8 $106	9 $102	10 $106	11 $188	12 $143
13 $96	14 $101	15 $106	16 $106	17 $106	18	19 $117
20 $101	21 $101	22 $106	23 $96	24 $106	25 $119	26 $113
27 $102	28 $96	29 $106	30 $106	31 $106

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