Broadway Plaza

Overview

Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic Area is a premier extended-stay residential facility in downtown Rochester, Minnesota, offering a superior alternative to traditional hotels. It provides fully furnished and unfurnished apartments ranging from one to three bedrooms, designed for comfort, luxury, and convenience, particularly for guests visiting the nearby Mayo Clinic.

The overall atmosphere emphasizes kindness, personalized care, and seamless integration with the city’s skyway system, allowing easy access to medical facilities, shopping, dining, and attractions without exposure to outdoor weather. Guests enjoy panoramic views from the tallest building in Rochester, creating a home-like yet upscale experience focused on long-term stays.

Features & Amenities

• Indoor Pool and Spa: Relax in the heated indoor pool and spa area, perfect for unwinding after a day at Mayo Clinic.
• Fitness Center: Stay active with modern gym equipment.
• Business Center: Handle work needs with professional facilities.
• Skyway Access: Direct connection to downtown Rochester, Mayo Clinic (Gonda Building, Mayo Building, Methodist Hospital), shops, and restaurants.
• 24/7 Concierge Service: Personalized assistance, including grocery delivery coordination and package handling.
• Laundry Facilities: In-unit washers/dryers (European combos) in all residences.
• High-Speed WiFi and Digital Satellite TV: Throughout the property.
• Executive Lounge (for VIP guests): Exclusive access with complimentary bottled water.
• Parking: Connected garage accessible with key card after check-in.
• Guest Mailbox and Package Delivery: Convenient services for extended stays.

Services

• Residence Options:
  • Signature Collection: 1-2 bedroom furnished apartments with American or European kitchens, granite countertops, walk-in closets, upgraded furniture.
  • Executive Collection (VIP): 1-3 bedroom furnished units with private dens, gourmet kitchens, Bose stereo systems, iPod docks, upscale finishes, secured floor access, thrice-weekly housekeeping.
  • Unfurnished Collection: 2-bedroom European-layout apartments for 6-12 month leases, customizable with full amenities.
• Housekeeping: Weekly for standard; three times weekly for Executive.
• Loyalty Program: Available for direct bookings (contact Business Office).
• Job Opportunities: Team-focused environment with emphasis on community involvement.

Pricing

• No specific pricing details are provided on the website.
• Rates vary by residence type, length of stay, and collection (Signature, Executive, Unfurnished).
• Two-bedroom Signature units have a 3-night minimum.
• Late check-out fees: $100 (11 a.m.-12:59 p.m.); full day after 1 p.m.
• Cancellation: Free by 4 p.m. day prior; otherwise, one-night stay + taxes.
• Recommend direct booking for flexibility.

Location & Hours

• Address: 15 1st Street Southeast, Rochester, MN 55904
• Phone: 507-424-4200
• Proximity: Steps from Mayo Clinic via skyway; walkable to downtown shops, dining, Hy-Vee groceries, Rochester Art Center, Peace Plaza.
• Check-in: Begins at 3:00 p.m. (early subject to availability).
• Check-out: 11:00 a.m. (late with approval and fees).
• Operating 24/7 as an extended-stay property.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: As Rochester’s tallest building since 2004, Broadway Plaza stands out with award-winning service (e.g., 2023-2025 Best of Trademark Hotels by Wyndham, 2024 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice). It caters to Mayo Clinic visitors with medical-focused convenience, family-like staff (led by GM Scott P. Eggert and AGM Juliana Lane), and a commitment to flexibility for changing stays. No traditional saunas mentioned, but the indoor pool and spa provide relaxation amenities. Direct skyway links eliminate weather concerns in Minnesota’s extremes. Ideal for medical travelers seeking apartment-style luxury over hotel stays.