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

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp2.151.339 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp2.151.339
Rp2.536.428 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (2,426 reviews)
"A+++++++++++++++++++++++++"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp3.382.349 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
Rp3.382.349
Rp3.987.791 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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! (2,301 reviews)
"Clean rooms, top floor pool, easy in/out parking, great gym, helpful staff & beautiful architecture."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp3.282.459 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
Rp3.282.459
Rp3.870.019 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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
The Knickerbocker on the Lake

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3 out of 5
1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp1.880.139 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp1.880.139
Rp2.216.685 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Great location and nice room. We were told to check in at a kiosk when we arrived, although there was not a single other person in the lobby and the guest attendant was otherwise unoccupied. Then she gave us a key with no instructions on how to navigate its quirkiness. Had to haul all our stuff back ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

The Knickerbocker on the Lake
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 Rp1.429.224 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
Rp1.429.224
Rp1.685.053 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
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 Rp1.867.905 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp1.867.905
Rp2.202.260 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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
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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 Cathedral Square 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