"Low rates, but not worth a stay. We had problems with the AC and shower, and the front desk clerk didn't offer us another room. We ended up going to a different hotel.2019-10-06"
"I was given a key for someone else's room. The fridge wasn't cold, the thermostat didn't work, and the upholstered chair was dirty. The bed and the rest of the room were clean, and the bed was comfortable. The only soda vending machine was on the 1st floor, and the soda labels were incorrect.2019-03-18"
"Easy to access. The hotel was quiet despite being right by the airport. The room was reasonably clean, though the sink drained slowly. The employees were friendly. All in all, this is an adequate place to stay for the price. There were several restaurants nearby.2018-04-12"
"An excellent hotel stay. The suite was roomy.2017-05-17"
"The hotel was clean, and the room was big. I really enjoyed my stay.2016-09-06"
"A pretty good hotel stay, but the room could've been cleaner. The sofa was stained, and some of the trash wasn't taken out. Breakfast wasn't the greatest.2016-08-03"
"The hotel was clean and comfortable; we felt safe and secure. Definitely stay here, and utilize the affordable park and fly option.2019-04-05"
"I loved staying at this hotel. The room was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful, and breakfast was great.2018-12-05"
"Great place to stay before flying out in the morning. Good value. I appreciated the 24/7 shuttle service and park and fly option. The hotel room was comfortable and quiet, but the mattress was so firm that I didn't sleep well.2018-11-24"
"Not the best neighborhood. The hotel was noisy. Our room looked like an old, converted dorm room, and it didn't have a lock. Not enough towels provided. The employees were polite.2019-09-23"
"This hotel was horrible from the start. There was nowhere to park when we arrived, so we had to park on the street a few blocks away. Our room seemed nice, but the toilet and sink were dirty, there was very little water pressure, and no temperature control. On the bright side, the beds were nice. We could hear everything in the room next door, and despite calling the front desk to complain, we were kept awake until 4 AM. At checkout, the clerk answered a phone call and spent the next 10 minutes on the phone instead of finishing our checkout. A kitchen worker ended up coming over and giving us the bill to sign so we could leave. Don't stay here.2016-10-30"
"Located in a questionable part of town. I arrived at 9:45 PM, and there was a party going on in the adjoining room. People repeatedly tried to open the door to my room. I called the front desk to ask for a room change; the clerk said she'd call me back but never did. I only got 3 hours of sleep. Don't stay at this hotel.2016-07-18"
"Beautiful hotel. The staff was incredibly accommodating and sweet.2019-05-23"
"I had a good night's sleep. The hotel staff was friendly and accommodating. Parking was pricey. Great experience.2016-07-15"
"We were wowed by the fine architecture. The king bed was comfortable. Decent view of the third ward. Nice Keurig coffee maker. The bathroom was large, and we liked the soap. Check-in was quick, and we were greeted with complimentary glasses of champagne. The breakfast buffet topped off our stay, and had everything we could have wanted. Parking was expensive, but a better option than paying $22 at a garage a block away. I'd definitely stay at this hotel again.2016-05-09"
"The hotel was clean, but we didn't realize that the room wouldn't be cleaned every day because of Covid. We had to ask for towels for the room and the pool. On 3 occasions, we had to find a clerk because the front desk wasn't manned. We had trouble pulling on to the main road because of ice. I wouldn't stay here again.2021-02-09"
"The hotel was old and poorly maintained. We weren't able to control the heat in our room; it was like a sauna, so we had to turn on the AC to sleep in December. Don't stay here.2020-12-16"
"The hotel staff was pleasant, but the room wasn't clean. I dropped something between the beds, and discovered lots of dust when I picked it up. There was hair all over the bathroom, toilet, floor, and shower. The bathtub was full of soap scum. Renovations were underway, but that's no excuse for not cleaning the room.2019-11-02"
"Good location. The hotel room was pleasant, clean, and quiet, and the bed was great. Valet parking was available, and there was self-parking available nearby. I had a comfortable stay.2019-09-03"
"The room was clean and spacious, but there were no luggage stands. Needed more counter space and better lighting in the bathroom. The employees were pleasant and helpful. No complimentary breakfast, but free water was available. The rates were high, and the hotel charged for parking.2017-09-26"
"Convenient downtown location. The hotel room was clean but very small. Nice staff. The pool room was small but did the trick. No continental breakfast. Not the best choice if you have kids.2016-07-02"
"Convenient to Mitchell Airport but without the noise and traffic. The hotel was quite clean and newly renovated. My suite was spacious and had a few amenities. I'll stay here again.2018-11-30"
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs only up to 50 pounds, 2 dogs per room - $175 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - May 2016 < Less
"We got to the hotel at 3 PM, but the room wasn't ready until 4. We never got a call when it was ready. There was only one clerk on duty, the check-in line was long, and she was less than friendly. The bedding smelled like mildew. None of the hotel clerks looked up from the computer or greeted us nicely. The only good part of our stay was the super-friendly and efficient shuttle driver. Find another place to stay.2022-07-20"
"The hotel was clean, quiet, and nicely refurbished. Ample parking and convenient shuttle service.2021-08-25"
"The hotel room was spacious. I loved the art deco style, and I can't say enough about the customer service. All the employees were so helpful. There was a shuttle to and from events.2021-08-24"
"Excellent room and great hotel staff. All the meals were good. Stay here.2017-08-04"
"We love staying at this hotel. The room was spacious. Had a pool, workout room, and breakfast. Marvelous place to stay for the price. Stay here.2015-07-18"
"We felt safe and comfortable at this hotel. The room was nice and clean, and all the employees were friendly and helpful. I definitely recommend staying here.2021-10-17"
"Good location. The hotel room was clean, and the beds were good. The coffee pot didn't work; the staff brought another one, but it didn't work either. Breakfast was a joke.2021-08-23"
"The hotel was old, but it was clean and centrally located. The room was small, and the only seating was the desk chair. I couldn't adjust the temperature. The front desk clerks were pleasant. Breakfast was a packaged roll, juice, and coffee. Parking cost extra.2021-07-14"
"A beautiful hotel with reasonable rates. The staff was polite and personable, and breakfast was delicious. Great experience.2017-07-10"
"I really liked the old-style building, and the hotel staff was friendly. It did get a little noisy in the morning because of the cafe, which had good food.2016-01-06"
"Great location and top-notch accommodations. A little pricey during Summerfest. The hotel was a bit old and had some quirks, but I liked the old architecture and character. The room was really nice. If you're looking for a modern hotel, look elsewhere.2015-07-09"
"Our hotel stay was pleasant, but we weren't happy that the airport shuttle didn't start operating until 4 AM. 2023-07-26"
"Due to Covid-19, minimal services were available. The hotel was basic but adequate for a brief stay. There was a free shuttle to the airport.2020-08-25"
"The person in the room above ours walked or ran until 2 AM, so we lost vital hours of sleep. The hotel clerk did go to the room when I called and complained.2018-11-08"
"Great location for walking Wisconsin Avenue and touring. The room was thoroughly vacuumed, and the bed was comfortable. The hotel staff wasn't particularly helpful. The restaurant was closed for renovation. No coffee or snacks available. There was nothing special about this place.2016-11-09"
"The hotel was clean, and the bed was super comfortable. All the employees were really nice, and the shuttle was great. You won't regret staying here.2022-02-06"
"Great hotel just 5 minutes from the airport terminal. The room was clean and quiet. Easy check-in and checkout.2018-05-11"
"Excellent location. The hotel room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was cordial. The lounge didn't open until 5 PM. We enjoyed our stay. 2017-11-15"
"The hotel was fine, and the amenities were pleasant and modern. The staff was kind and accommodating. We were thoroughly satisfied with our stay. Parking was pricey, but we'd stay again and recommend it.2018-07-10"
"Walk to SummerFest and many restaurants. All the employees were helpful and accommodating. Park at the self-parking garage; it was much cheaper than the hotel parking. Great place to stay.2017-07-10"
"Located downtown near the lake, SummerFest, and other activities. The hotel was great; it was a little pricey, but well worth it. Our double queen room was spacious, and the beds were comfortable. Good shower. All the employees were pleasant and helpful. Stay and enjoy.2017-07-10"
"The hotel was clean but still seemed dirty. Worth a stay if you just need a cheap place in the city, but it wasn't comfortable and didn't have extras.2020-06-21"
"Close to the Harley Davidson Museum, the airport, and the Pottawanomee Casino. The hotel was easy to access from the highway. A no-frills, economical place, but it was clean and the units were being updated. The bed was comfortable. There was a wonderful attached restaurant.2019-04-19"
Milwaukee is located in southeastern Wisconsin on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. It is 80 miles east of downtown Madison and 90 miles north of downtown Chicago, Illinois.
Most of the city's hotels are near the Milwaukee Airport, American Family Field, or in downtown Milwaukee. There are midscale to upscale hotels spread throughout the city and near major insterstates, but there are some luxury and budget hotels in the city as well. Some offer amenities including swimming pools, fitness centers, restaurants and spas.
Many visitors come to attend a convention at the Wisconsin Center, which mimics the older German architecture in Milwaukee. This European heritage can be seen in the many historic neighborhoods and is evident in the city's long history of beer brewing.
The Milwaukee Riverwalk is a great way to get acquainted with the downtown area. Walk along the waterfront, stop at a cafe or brewpub, and take in the architecture and public art along the way.
Sports enthusiasts can take in a baseball game at American Family Field. Locals and visitors can enjoy sailing and other water sports on Lake Michigan.
Milwaukee has many festivals and cultural events, and there are museums for everyone in the family to enjoy, including the Milwaukee Art Museum, Harley-Davidson Museum, and Discovery World.
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