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 Rp3.155.522 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp3.155.522
Rp3.720.361 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,265 reviews)
"This place was so much fun in Milwaukee. Felt like going back in time but with modern updates!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.257.744 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp2.257.744
Rp2.661.881 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! (2,355 reviews)
"The evening happy hour/snacks and morning brunch were a nice addition."

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 Rp2.990.907 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp2.990.907
Rp3.526.280 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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,681 reviews)
"The rooms are nice, the venue is upscale and the staff are very kind."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

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 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp1.934.445
Rp2.280.710 total
20 Sept - 21 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Great location and good rooms. The front desk staff was unprofessional and called me 3 times at 1:30am because their ‘computer was having problems’ which is not something they should wake a guest up for at that hour. When I talked to another front desk worker the next day he didn’t seem to care at ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

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 Rp2.539.984 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp2.539.984
Rp2.994.642 total
22 Sept - 23 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 ...
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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