The 10 best hotels in Milwaukee, United States

August 4, 2022 Enedina Augsburger

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is perhaps best known for its famous breweries and the Major League Brewers, but there's more to the city than beer and baseball. Milwaukee is rich in historical and cultural attractions, making it the perfect place for a weekend of exploring. Check out the newly expanded Milwaukee Art Museum or the Mitchell Park Horticultural Society, which hosts an annual show of the same flora and fauna seen in Georgia O'Keefe's paintings. Those interested in the city's history can visit the grand Pabst Mansion, former home of one of the city's famous beer barons, or the Milwaukee Public Museum, to see what life was like in Old Milwaukee. If the kids are along, don't miss the Milwaukee County Zoo or the Betty Brinn Children's Museum. Of course a trip to the "Genuine American City" would not be complete without a tour of the Miller Brewing Company and a Brewers game at Miller Park.
Things to do in Milwaukee

1. Best Western Plus Milwaukee West

5501 W National Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53214 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
49%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 892 reviews

Best Western Plus Milwaukee West

Located in Milwaukee,WI, the Best Western Plus Milwaukee West is sure to provide a peaceful and comforting home away from home for any traveler. Each Best Western hotel provides free internet access, giving guests the opportunity to check emails and surf the web, all from the comforts of their room or the business center. With cleanliness and value being our top priority, we ensure a restful and productive stay. On top of that, our superior customer service will ensure that we meet all your needs and go beyond your expectations.

Birthday Getaway

Reviewed By awilson524

We decided to take the train to Milwaukee for my a birthday getaway. Loved the hotel. It was a little far out from downtown but Ubers were everywhere. Pool was great, hot tub even better. Had a coffee machine in lobby that served several types of coffee. Very clean. Breakfast was very good, lots of options - girls working the breakfast were very efficient and very nice. All the front staff was great. Restaurant wasn't so great. Ordered nachos that were served with burned nacho chips and my reuben sandwich had too much oil on it from the grill. Other than that, really enjoyed the hotel.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown

611 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5002 1 (855) 618-4697
Excellent
79%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2009 reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown

The Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown is located in the heart of the city. Walking distance from the magnificent Milwaukee lakefront this historic Hotel is located in the iconic Loyalty building on north Broadway. This 125 year old gem will be transformed into a magical Hilton Garden Inn with all the modern technology and amenities necessary in today's hotels while embracing the history and character that has made the Loyalty building an historic landmark of great renown. Experience the five story atrium with marble, granite and iron finishes and the magnificent skylight. Imagine executives from Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance climbing the grand staircase in 1886. A mere ten miles from Mitchell International Airport the Hotel is walking distance to almost every major attraction the city has to offer: • The historic third ward with eclectic shops, art galleries and upscale dining nestled between Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee River. • West town with its magnificent shoppi

Good service in the Social American Tavern

Reviewed By wendysB8342VI

On the morning of June 10, 2022, our server Nitiya gave excellent service. Our food arrived in a timely manner. She was always making nice conversations and had jokes. It was indeed a good breakfast. If you are in Milwaukee, stop in you won't be disappointed.

3. Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

700 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202-4206 1 (855) 944-5655
Excellent
85%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 186 reviews

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Travel Happy® with Drury Hotels. You have enough to worry about while you're traveling. Let us take a few things off your plate, so you can focus on the good stuff. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, dinnertime snacks, soft drinks, popcorn, business center, workout facilities and more - we've got you covered! A microwave and refrigerator can be found in all rooms. Drury Hotels is 100 percent family-owned and operated. At every one of our 150+ locations, you'll consistently experience rooms with crisp sheets, fine linens and cozy surroundings to ensure a good night's sleep.

Wonderful downtown hotel

Reviewed By lttfp7y0xl

Lovely hotel with generous breakfast and evening happy hour. Hotel is connected via skywalks to 3rd Street Market House! Do beware that paying extra for an upper floor may not warrant a view. Our window gave us a view of the adjacent building and let in next to no ambient light. The room was very clean and the beds extremely comfortable.

4. The Iron Horse Hotel

500 W Florida St, Milwaukee, WI 53204-1534 1 (888) 970-1573
Excellent
81%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2569 reviews

The Iron Horse Hotel

The Iron Horse Hotel is Milwaukee's most chic and sophisticated property - the transformation of a 100-year-old downtown warehouse into a modern luxury boutique hotel. As the industry's first upscale hotel geared for business travelers and motorcycle enthusiasts alike, The Iron Horse Hotel meets the distinct needs of both corporate and leisure guests with its special services, unparalleled amenities and 100 loft-style guest rooms.

Awesome hotel and experience

Reviewed By marionlovell

This hotel is a true one of a kind. The decor and service are outstanding. The outside yard bar was fun and accommodating. stayed for business will now stay for pleasure. They were very accommodating with valet parking. The front desk made sure that everyone in our large group had proper check out and that we all knew when our rides were there to pick us up. The bed was very comfortable and the room was very clean.

5. The Pfister Hotel

424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Excellent
75%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2471 reviews

The Pfister Hotel

Located just a few blocks from the shores of Lake Michigan, guests of The Pfister Hotel enjoy a four star luxury experience in the heart of downtown Milwaukee. The Pfister is moments away from the Milwaukee Art Museum, Summerfest Grounds, multiple museums, theaters, shopping, nightlife and dining destinations within walking distance. The Pfister is in the center of it all.

Beautiful hotel!

Reviewed By Juru1988

Our first stay at The Pfister was one we won’t forget! It is a wonderful historic hotel with all the amenities in a great location, convenient for parking and walking all over the city. We were greeted very warmly by Brian upon our arrival and found our room to be quite lovely. We enjoyed awesome views and service at the bar on the 23rd floor in the evening. The piano player in the lobby/main floor bar was a nice touch. The artwork on the walls, the artist in residence, and the architecture make this a very special place. It is grand, yet comfortable. You won’t be disappointed!

6. The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

1215 N 10th St, Milwaukee, WI 53205-2558
Excellent
75%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1339 reviews

The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

Walk the halls and spend the night within the original Pabst Blue Ribbon Brewery! The Brewhouse Inn & Suites is a 90-room boutique hotel housed in what was once the main Pabst brewery building. The hotel showcases the building’s original features including the 6 massive iconic copper brewing kettles and a stained-glass window featuring King Gambrinus, often called the patron saint of beer. From studios to two-bedroom suites, accommodations are generously spacious with soaring ceilings, large steel beams, exposed Milwaukee Cream City brick walls and enormous windows. Each suite offers a full kitchenette and playful details to the building’s past such as re-purposed kitchen tables from the original building’s floor support beams, beer-bubble French doors and Pabst Blue Ribbon ice buckets. Additional amenities provided to all guests include complimentary to-go breakfast bags and complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. The hotel also has an outdoor terrace, exercise room, business center, and gift shop. Nestled within The Brewery District of Milwaukee, our prime location offers both a quiet retreat for travelers and quick access to the vibrant offerings of downtown, the East side, Brady Street, Bay View and Riverwest. When you've spotted the iconic Pabst brewery sign shining high above Milwaukee… you've found the Brewhouse Inn & Suites!

Leisure Visit

Reviewed By markanthony217

Been staying here the past two years. It is super clean, friendly staff and a great location to area breweries and entertainment. Hotel has valet or close garage parking. Free continental breakfast is somewhat blah but doable.

7. Schuster Mansion Bed & Breakfast

3209 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53208-3325 1 (414) 436-2820
Excellent
75%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 293 reviews

Schuster Mansion Bed & Breakfast

The Schuster Mansion is the newest B&B in Milwaukee's Historic Concordia Neighborhood. Converted to luxury apartments in the 20s, owners/innkeepers Rick & Laura Sue take great pride in returning this architectural gem to its original splendor. Situated just 5 minutes from downtown, it's the perfect destination for your private weekend getaway. Our spacious Victorian suites will surround you in luxury and our wonderful homemade breakfasts can be enjoyed at your private in-suite breakfast table.

Customer service lacking

Reviewed By mjgiovanna

When I arrived the host Laura thought I was someone coming off the street to look at the house despite me having my luggage with. I explained I was staying and she reluctantly let me in. We sat in the front room after I replied I had had a challenging trip to her question how it went. She had pen and paper and i felt like I was in an interview. Instead of showing me to my room she wanted to know what I wanted for breakfast. I went for my bags and she was alarmed and said she needed to show me around. I interjected that I wanted to lay my things down before she continued. She showed me to the room and waited inside while I put my things down--strange. She asked was I ready to listen to more directions, I decided it was too much work to deny this sargeant. The next day I tried to make friendly overtures and she was as taciturn and unfriendly as before. Breakfast was good and her husband Rick was more friendly. However, when seated at the table and other guests came in she was effusively warm and kind to them and asked how breakfast was but not me. So, I finished my meal and went upstairs to get my bag. I saluted Rick and left not to return again. The house is in a poor, run down part of town and I was afraid to walk to catch the bus a block away. It was a 20 min ride to downtown. However, the residents walking around were more friendly than the host. It was incongruous to see the inn and its well-heeled guests in contrast to the surroundings. I was sad.

8. Hyatt Place Milwaukee Downtown

800 W Juneau Ave Enter at 8th Street and Juneau Avenue intersection, Milwaukee, WI 53233-1448
Excellent
72%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 520 reviews

Hyatt Place Milwaukee Downtown

This upscale contemporary hotel is located in the newly revitalized Brewery Area, across from the Fiserv Forum, the new home of Milwaukee Bucks basketball. The hotel is also walking distance to Milwaukee Brewing and Pabst Taproom, and a 10 minute walk to the Milwaukee Riverwalk and over 25 restaurants . The Wisconsin Center, Marquette University, UW-Milwaukee and Summerfest are all nearby as well the Public Museum, Milwaukee Art Museum, Harley Davidson Museum, Milwaukee Public Market and Miller Park. Bright, comfortable rooms come with free WiFi, 49" HDTVs and living areas with sofa beds, as well as coffeemakers and mini-fridges. The hotel also features a Coffee to Cocktails Bar, 24-hour Gallery Market, spacious 24 hour fitness room, 24 hour business center, and modern meeting and event spaces. A daily hot breakfast buffet is available. Valet parking is available onsite, or there is a self-park garage 1 block west of the hotel.

Mass confusion at the Hyatt

Reviewed By vchristy2022

The rooms and breakfast were awesome! Unfortunately the front desk was in a state of confusion along with the Valet service. A lot of blame going on and simple things like a bell hop service was non existent. We were there for my daughters wedding with several family's and elderly people. To have them bring up their own luggage was shameful. The directions on how to use the elevator was a mess and just about everyone I witnessed had a difficult time using the room key for the elevator. For what I paid and the other 10+ family's that stayed there for our wedding, I expected much more. To stay there for 2 nights was over $500. Never again!

9. Hyatt Regency Milwaukee

333 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203-1507
Excellent
34%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
11%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 2631 reviews

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee is the premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee with all the latest conveniences and comforts in meetings, accommodations and dining. A magnificent 18-story atrium welcomes you to 481 guestrooms, including 18 suites, complete with high-speed wireless Internet access. Travelers can enjoy easy access to many of downtown Milwaukee's most exciting sites and prominent businesses making the Hyatt Regency an ideal setting for business or pleasure. The hotel is connected by skywalk to the Wisconsin Center and is in the middle of numerous restaurants, sports arenas, museums and the theatre district all within walking distance. Enjoy American cuisine on site in a relaxed atmosphere at Bistro 333, or experience Bar 333, where craft beers and cocktails are our specialty. Unwind in our new Hyatt Stay Fit 24 hour fully equipped fitness facility. At Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, experience a unique combination of amenities and unsurpassed service, as only Hyatt can deliver.

Find someplace else

Reviewed By en653

Got kicked out of the lobby bathroom, because apparently it was closed. There was no sign, and the man who did it was probably a supervisor and he treated me like I was a child and was very angry and rude. Room could be better. Stain on bed. Dust in some places. Location is decent, but I would definitely find somewhere else to stay in next time.

10. Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

139 E Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202 1 (877) 859-5095
Excellent
85%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 762 reviews

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Named "One of the Absolute Coolest Hotels in Wisconsin" by Condé Nast Traveler 2021, #6 Top Midwest Hotel by Condé Nast Traveler 2020, and Top 10 Best New Hotel by USA Today 2019. Recognized as Milwaukee's most esteemed hotel with an elite award repertoire, Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel is among the first hotels in the nation to broadly celebrate arts in its many forms - featuring live music and robust arts events. See you at Saint Kate!

Trendy, Comfortable, Centrally Located

Reviewed By btraverse18

I recently stayed at Saint Kate for a work conference. I thought the hotel was delightful...including the décor, live music in the evenings, the hotel art museum, and the convenient location. It's apparent that the hotel was renovated recently; everything seemed fresh and new. The staff were extremely nice and accommodating and there's plenty of coffee (good coffee) every day, all day, in several locations! I was also able to venture out for an easy walk to the Public Market on one day, and the Milwaukee Art Museum on another. I found the city to be very walkable, especially with Saint Kate being so centrally located. I would definitely stay at Saint Kate's again.

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