Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

Milwaukee

A river with a city skyline, including a tall building with a pointed roof, and a park with yellow trees.
A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and modern buildings.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent historic building featuring a clock tower, a Christmas tree, and a snow-covered intersection.
A city skyline at sunset with a river in the foreground and a rocky shoreline.
A colorful boat with painted decorations and figures.

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Top hotels in Downtown Milwaukee

The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp3.155.880 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp3.155.880
Rp3.720.783 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
The Pfister Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp2.258.000 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp2.258.000
Rp2.662.182 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,353 reviews)
"Great location for us. We were within a short walk to the Third Ward and Milwaukee Market where our event was occurring. The breakfast was more than adequate and the evening snacks were basically a meal meaning we didn’t have to go out for a restaurant."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp2.991.245 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp2.991.245
Rp3.526.677 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI

Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI

2.5 out of 5
515 N Jefferson St Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp1.934.445 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.934.445
Rp2.280.710 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
525 N Jefferson Street Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp1.958.262 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.958.262
Rp2.308.792 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
The Knickerbocker on the Lake

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3 out of 5
1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp2.540.272 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.540.272
Rp2.994.981 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"We had a great stay at the Knickerbocker on the Lake! Having never been to Milwaukee before, the property and our suite exceeded our expectations, especially for the price point. Our suite overlooked Lake Michigan and offered some fantastic views. We were pleasantly surprised by just how spacious ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

The Knickerbocker on the Lake
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Where to stay in Downtown Milwaukee

Find the best Downtown Milwaukee areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Milwaukee
Learn more about Downtown Milwaukee

West Allis

West Allis is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Milwaukee Mile Speedway and Wisconsin State Fair Park.

Wauwatosa

Travellers come to Wauwatosa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mayfair Mall and The Mayfair Collection while you're in town.

Historic Third Ward

Unique features of Historic Third Ward include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or Milwaukee Public Market while you're exploring the area.

East Town

Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park are top sights in East Town, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Westown

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.



Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide