Alexander Mansion, circa 1886, is one of the most impressive Victorian homes you will ever find. Originally built for a local judge, Thomas Wilson, the house is masterfully constructed in early Winona’s turn-of-the-century lumber baron style, which showcases exceptional woodwork and architectural details. The Alexander family lived in the home for fifty-plus years and the bed and breakfast now aptly bears their name. The Alexander’s had strong ties to the J.R.Watkins Company. Maude King Alexander was the step daughter of company founder, J.R. Watkins, and was the sister of the second company president, E.L. King. Maude had a number of positions with the company and, notably, wrote the Watkins cookbooks under her pen name of Elaine Allen. Durand C. Alexander became senior vice president of operations. He was originally from New York. They had met on an ocean liner 1915 c.; he was a graduate of Columbia University and he was doing engineering work in the orient and she was on one of her many worldly trips. Maude often traveled for both business and pleasure. She served on several committees in the United Nations and often accompanied her brother in search of exotic spices and medicin

The Alexander Mansion Bed and Breakfast features five guest accommodations – each with private bath, European-quality linens, and tasteful decor with period antiques designed to convey the story of each room’s bygone residents. The breakfast features fresh, local cuisine prepared and served in four-five gourmet courses. Whether here for business or pleasure, the Alexander Mansion Bed and Breakfast brings you a restful night and a hearty breakfast, allowing you to explore and welcome the abundance of cultural and recreational activities our beautiful river town offers. Work stations, free wi-fi and usual business amenities are included. Alexander Mansion is the perfect hotel alternative. Luxurious accommodations. Sanitized, safe, environment. Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence for last 6 years. Convenient to all Winona activities. Garden setting in downtown Winona. Central to restaurants, museums, Fastenal Corp, RTP Plastic, Winona Health, Winona State U, St Mary's University, Cotter Schools, Minnesota State College, SE Tech, Mississippi River, Levee Park and Lake Park. Comfort-convenience-style at great value prices.

Whether for business or pleasure, the splendid Alexander Mansion Bed and Breakfast brings you a restful night and luxurious Multi-Course breakfast. Here you can explore and welcome an abundance of cultural and recreational activities. Reserve Winona's 4 star hotel today. Located in the heart of Winona, historic Alexander Mansion is very near the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, Watkins Museum, Polish Museum, and Historical Museum. Riverfront and lake front parks are blocks away.