The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse

2.5 star property
Private beach and indoor pool, near Ripley's Believe It or Not

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains
View from room
Property amenity
Room amenity

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

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1015 River Rd, Wisconsin Dells, WI, 53965
  • Wizard Quest
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Top Secret
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Condo

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
  • 4 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 17
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 3 Double Sofa Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds with 1 Bunk Bed, Street View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room, 3 Queen Beds (Motel Unit)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Room, 3 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Condo

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
LED TV
  • 4 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 3 Queen Sofa Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, River View (Balcony)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Motel Unit)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Street View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Wisconsin Dells

The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse puts you in the heart of Wisconsin Dells, within just a 10-minute stroll of Wizard Quest and Ripley's Believe It or Not. Highlights at this beach hotel include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the marina, Hot tub, sauna and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this Wisconsin Dells hotel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Top Secret and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Timbavati Wildlife Park.

What's nearby

  • Wizard Quest - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Top Secret - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Noah's Ark Waterpark - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Wisconsin Dells Station - 9 min walk
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Showboat Saloon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nig’s Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Big Boy Wisconsin Dells - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪River Walk Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Keg & Patio - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse

Private beach and indoor pool, near Ripley's Believe It or Not
Feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the private white sand beach, located just 1 miles away. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse such as a marina, a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a hot tub and a sauna.

This Wisconsin Dells hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1985
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The VUE Boathouse

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Motor boating
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Dock
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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:

  • Service fee: USD 22.44 per accommodation, per night
  • Utility fee: USD 6.72 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 22.40 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children

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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

River Inn Wisconsin Dells
River Wisconsin Dells
River Inn
The VUE Boutique Hotel
The Vue Boutique & Boathouse
The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse Hotel
The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse Wisconsin Dells
The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse Hotel Wisconsin Dells

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse?

Onsite parking is limited (max 2 spaces per unit).

Does The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse have a pool?

Take your pick from a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and on a lounger. The pool is open 8 AM to 10:30 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

What luxury perks are available at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse?

The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse features an indoor pool, free pool cabanas and 1 hot tub. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and room service.

What makes The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse.

Does The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse?

No, The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse?

There isn't one on site, but Dell View Golf Course is a short 7-minute walk away.

The VUE Boutique Hotel & Boathouse Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1221 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms, great views, quiet, close to activities. In our check in paperwork, it said Timbavati was free for guests of Natura, (VUE). Arrived at the location, girl at gate stated we needed a ticket from our hotel. Didn't want to drive back for that since it wasn't mentioned in the brochure. Paid for the entry which was kind of expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about the property- however, the shampoos/conditioner/body wash were all empty. An inconvenience but still a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from the restaurant and balcony. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaylene

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff seems new and constantly have to ask another worker anytime a guest has a question. Also, they give you wristbands to use around the establishment which is inconvenient especially for the simple fact that someone like me has eczema on my wrist and its an irritation. The staff tried to argue that i need to put it on, no ifs ands or buts and i was disappointed in the customer service. Its also a tedious process to check in and on top of the that the rooms dont look exactly like the pictures, as there is enhancements in the photo from the real room. Wasn’t happy and would never go back. Only thing is the balcony view that made it tolerable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanette, franklin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Horrible check in process. Wrist bands are a pain to have on
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was put across the street. Horrible step up going into the room. Wasn’t happy with having to go across the parking lot to the indoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were unable to sleep as there were running and heavy walking going on over our head from 6pm to 11pm non-stop. Our room was very spacious and clean. We were moved out of our first room due to the tv not working. The staff was great about it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ameed

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Vue is not a good place to stay. The check in process is coercive, requiring all members of one's party to sign waivers on their phones and show proof to the clerk before check in. (This AFTER the non-refundable down payment). Then with the check in, guests are made to scroll through and agree to line after line of rules and penalties. Guests are forced to wear wrist band keys, threatened with eviction if they are found without them. Long lists of rules are posted everywhere, even above the single ice machine. It is clear that guests are barely tolerated. The room was old. The door to the tiny bathroom does not lock. There was an ironing board jammed into the bathroom. The fan in the bathroom was loud, and didn't seem at all effective. The water temperature was VERY DIFFICULT to regulate and slow to respond. I don't believe larger sized guests could use the toilet very easily. The bathroom is that small. The pool was cold and there were moths and dirt in the pool shower room. The pool towels would work as 150 grit sand paper. The windows in the pool room were stained. The signage in that room was dirty. I saw a lot of chipped paint on exterior surfaces. All together, I regret staying at this old, poorly maintained, unfriendly property and will not recommend that anyone else do so.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

hiya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Business traveller
Beautiful, quaint, staff were very kind and helpful. Pic is from room overlooking the river
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ramania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

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

Nice stay

Nice room with balcony and view of the river. Restaurant was nice, away from the crowds on the main roadway..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a beautiful view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessie

Liked: Amenities
A mixed review. There are positives and negatives. Check-in staff was rude, and check-in process is grueling. Rest of the staff is very nice. Room/motel is run down, but the bed was the comfiest hotel bed I've ever slept in. Restuarant is good. I often had to wait a long time for my food, though. View is INCREDIBLE! Pools/hot tub was nice. Hot tub is big. I think it's worth the price. I'd prob. stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful waterfront and very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family

The location is in walking distance from downtown. The beds were great. Bathroom a little small. Staff is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband & I stayed there from a Friday till Sunday and really enjoyed the room. It was clean & comfy. We were there for Automotion Weekend & loved it was walking distance from the strip. Got back to our room & was very happy to realize I was able to sit in front of the room window with a glass of wine and still see all the cars driving down our road. We will be staying again next year. Staff was very quick to satisfy any request & everyone in the restaurant when we had dinner there were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025