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Reviews of River Hills Hotel- Mankato 3 stars

1000 Raintree Road, Mankato, MN 56001, United States

#10 of 17 hotels in Mankato

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 163 hotel reviews

7.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.5

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    7.0

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds were atrocious. Room was not the one in the picture. Smelled like old cigarettes.

    Nice breakfast and lobby.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    7.0
    Good. Some od the patrons were questionable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattresses were terrible! Shower did not drain.

    Great facility! Very quaint.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect!!

    Very helpful staff and beautiful location!!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    8.0
    It's like a mini apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing we didn't like was during our first night, the smoke detector randomly sounded at 5:14am and then again an hour later. It beeped randomly during the day, and we alerted staff; they replaced the battery, and it was fine the rest of the weekend.

    The staff was superb! Great customer service! It was a very hot weekend, but our room (and the facility) was very comfortable and cool. Breakfast was good. It was the perfect place for us to stay at!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were no clocks in the room, just the one on the microwave, which I had to adjust to the right time. I could set my phone for an alarm in the morning, but there might be some older people who would not be able to do this . I always check for bed bugs wherever I stay. There were not any, but there were dead ladybugs along the edges of the carpet. Only 1 sink in the bathroom on a long counter top. 2 would have been better so that more than 1 person could use the sink at a time . I know they had changed the room to have an additional bed, but this meant there was no couch to sit on to watch TV. Sitting on the bed to do that was not comfortable for my old bones

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2025

    7.0
    I’ve stayed here for the last 5 years visiting my daughter.i will continue staying here Iwould like to see it fixed up
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms could be fixed up a little. Lamp shad was torn, chair was very worn, couch was unstable, another chair was broken, and there was paint chipping in the bathroom

    Friendly staff and comfortable beds

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2025

    6.0
    The location was nice but the hotel was a little run down inn the room in which we stayed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room seemed a little run down. The door trim on the front of the door was not there. There was mold growing on the wall under the sink in the bathroom. The room needed to be painted. The coffee was very strong and distasteful. The pool and hot tub have been "broken down" for 3 or more years and never repaired.

    The beds were comfortable and the staff were helpful. We asked for a first floor room near the side door and they did give us that room. It is pet friendly s we were able to bring along our small dog for a reasonable $25 pet fee.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2025

    6.0
    Met our needs for an overnight stay. Friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    Key machine didn't work so we had no key. Property furniture was aged, but acceptable. Rooms need tender loving care; maybe start at one end and work towards other.

    Simple breakfast fare: waffles were a hit but other options were just okay (instant oatmeal, cold cereal). Able to make toast and had juice.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Christmas music and lights

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    6.0
    Disappointed, you don't always get what you pay for
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough parking, had to ramp a curb and park in grass both nights. No pool or hot tub, COVID is here to stay, other hotels have figured it out, do better. No hair dryer or coffee maker in the room - never stayed in a hotel without. Even the cheapest dives we've been in had these in the room. The price was high compared to the place we usually stay while in town that is nicer. I would think there should be funds available for updates. Red stains in the carpet, water spot on the ceiling, faded pictures on the walls... you get the idea. It could use a facelift.

    Staff was friendly. Room was clean. The continental breakfast was decent.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    parking was an issue. car dealership takes up some of the spaces. warning signs of being towed

    friendly staff

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need to do some maintenance in the shower of 204.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    6.0
    Won’t try again, but thanks to the friendly staff who made us feel welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room we were in was supposed to be non-smoking but it smelled very much like a smoking room. There was no AC. Birds were near all of the windows, likely nests around the windows/roof, that woke everyone up bright and way too early!

    Staff was very friendly

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    6.0
    Front desk personnel were very friendly, helpful and accommodating.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The mattress in the bedroom tunneled in the middle and had to use the bed in the living room which was an odd placement for a bed. The dishes and silverware were barely enough for a meal. No extra roll of toilet paper.

    Adequately sized.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Booked through Expedia but didn't get right room, also advertised had pool and hot didn't.

    Staff was very nice. And the rooms were clean

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2024

    7.0
    Nice room for two people but small for family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Website said sleeper sofa so we assumed that meant pull out couch.

    Breakfast, and kitchen in room

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2024

    8.0
    Stayed for 2 nights for softball tournement, not at the hotel very much, great when we were there
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Waffle maker non stick spray didn’t work well and the waffles stuck to the maker, for all guests.

    Nice location, close to mall, sports complex’s, ect. Nice patio. Very friendly staff! Full size Refrigerator was nice to keep a large amount of things cold.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed. Was way too soft. And only had streaming options in the bedroom for tv viewing. Only 1 nightstand had a lamp.

    Can tell they are trying to update.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    7.0
    We stayed here two years ago and it was great- had all the extras, very accommodating- now - it’s just employees babysit
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lake of decaf coffee, not enough regular coffee, skimped on sides for breakfast like enough milk, pastries, salsa, hot sauce. Not enough bedding in the rooms for the hid-abed- had to go retrieve . Not enough lotion or soaps the bathroom.

    Price

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was just ok

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    6.0
    Nice clean and comfy!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio Suite-Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!!

    The room was great!! Bed was comfy!! Every thing nice and clean!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That the pool is closed.

    Good price.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    8.0
    Good place to stay for the money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    It could be updated, mainly the bathroom.

    My man and I both slept good, our room was dark and quiet. We were happy with the breakfast, especially the sausage. It’s a nice motel for the money.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walls are paper thin. And the only breakfast they have is cereal

    The kitchen and the location and the staff

    Stayed in December 2023

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