Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan

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Free daily continental breakfast
Interior
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

Explore the area

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525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Place, Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Fiserv Forum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Milwaukee

At Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Lake Michigan and Marquette University. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Downtown Milwaukee hotel include Fiserv Forum and Harley-Davidson Museum.

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Public Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riverside Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 15 min walk
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Swingin' Door Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blu Milwaukee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Wolfie’s Dinner Diner - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan
Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG also features a fitness centre, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. For a fee, parking is available.

This Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 2020
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 39 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 39.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Administrative fee: USD 50.00 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG on 30 Oct 2025 start from NZ$247.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 39.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is a short 16-minute walk from Pebble Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 685 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1019 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Delavan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the perfect stay for Summerfest . Everything was walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Stayed here while visiting for Summerfest. Only 3 blocks from Summerfest grounds,so close and convenient. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Summerfest
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, SAFETY HARBOR

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The woman at the front desk was excellent. She was very efficient, friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Wish every check-in went that flawless.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, very clean. Comfy beds and pillows and roomy. We got a great deal on our room too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jimmie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice Place

Great location. Close to Summerfest. We are staying here every year
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay near summer fest
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn, Carol Stream

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and wonderful staff Our v Fav place to stay in Milwaukee
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My room was surprisingly large, very clean, and exceptionally comfortable. The bathroom was also spacious, new, and had a beautiful glass door shower stall. Plus, every person I ran into at the front desk (and the breakfast attendant!) was super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair, McFarland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff there were very friendly and willing to help with any need we had. The location is very convenient to downtown Milwaukee and the Summerfest grounds. The rooms seem recently remodeled and were very clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Davenport

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Very clean. Only thing to note is parking is valet but there are parking garages very close.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice property, very comfortable bed and room, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Nice one night stay for a baseball game.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff, very clean. Cleaning staff is loud in the morning-afternoon always wakes me up..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025