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Tonight
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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13 Oct - 14 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Milwaukee historic hotels

A grand lobby with ornate columns, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the cityscape through large windows.
A banquet hall with round tables, gold chairs, chandeliers, and floral centerpieces.
A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating with tables, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

1. The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel
Downtown Milwaukee
United States
Alex
£177
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Pfister Hotel
A spacious room with a large window, wooden paneling, and a patterned rug.
A modern interior with wooden flooring, seating areas, and large windows offering views of buildings outside.
A couple sitting on a bed with a tray of food and drinks, in a room with a bed, bedside table, and wall-mounted lamp.
A traditional living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and patterned rugs.

2. Hilton Milwaukee

Hilton Milwaukee
Westown
United States
Alan
£102
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Milwaukee
A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a central dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a bookshelf with books.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a bookshelf, a fireplace, and wooden doors.
A wooden deck with potted plants, a fire pit, and outdoor furniture.
A spacious living room with a large leather sofa, a smaller sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

3. Three Bedroom Upper

Three Bedroom Upper
Riverwest
United States
Terri E.
£177
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Three Bedroom Upper
A courtyard with a wooden fence, a gravel path, and a variety of plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a visible chimney.
A wooden deck with a bench, overlooking a river and buildings.

4. Stunning Vintage/Modern Brady St Home! Very Walkable, Deck, Fire Pit, Great Find

Stunning Vintage/Modern Brady St Home! Very Walkable, Deck, Fire Pit, Great Find
Lower East Side
United States
Jenna L.
£300
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stunning Vintage/Modern Brady St Home! Very Walkable, Deck, Fire Pit, Great Find
A two-story house with a garage, a covered porch, and a garden with pink flowers.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a window above the sink.
An outdoor seating area with metal chairs and a red umbrella, a small garden with yellow flowers, and a building with a blue door and windows.
A two-story residential house with a garage, a front yard with grass and dandelions, and a brick chimney.

5. Prime location in the heart of it all on Washington Ave

Prime location in the heart of it all on Washington Ave
Cedarburg
United States
Pete
£174
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Prime location in the heart of it all on Washington Ave
The Blue Belle
A staircase with a framed quote on the wall, leading to a room with a window and a small table with a plant.
A wooden dock extending into calm water with a bench under a tree.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a small table with a plant.

6. Charming Historic Upper Walk to Downtown & Lakes

Charming Historic Upper Walk to Downtown & Lakes
Oconomowoc
United States
Mark G.
Charming Historic Upper Walk to Downtown & Lakes
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Top Milwaukee Hotel Reviews

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

8/10 Good
"Great experience"
George 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Milwaukee

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Milwaukee

10/10 Excellent
"I appreciated the luggage holding and shuttle services. Free breakfast was a standard continental type breakfast."
Angela 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Milwaukee
The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Kind staff and gorgeous interiors. Truly a classic hotel."
Angela 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
The Pfister Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

8/10 Good
"Great hotel, would stay again!"
Ashley 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown
The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Super fun place to stay!"
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Brewhouse Inn & Suites
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel

Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel

8/10 Good
"The bathrooms need updating. Rooms were clean but also need updating. We had broken closet doors. It was quiet and staff were friendly!"
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
AmericInn by Wyndham Brookfield

AmericInn by Wyndham Brookfield

8/10 Good
"The hotel staff were very courteous, friendly and professional. We stayed in a king room. The room was clean with a coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator. I appreciate when the shampoo, conditioner and bodywash are IN the shower. They served a good hot breakfast. The breakfast area was pleasant and clean. Opportunity for improvements are: finish trimming the room, it appeared that updates had happened but ceiling trim was not there to hide the transition. This hotel location was perfect with plenty of shopping and tons of restaurants nearby."
AMY 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
AmericInn by Wyndham Brookfield

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Milwaukee?
A trip to the significant historical sites in Milwaukee is likely on top of your sightseeing itinerary. And while you're here, you can check out the acclaimed theatre scene and scenic riverfront. You can also discover the area's fascinating museums.
Where's the best place to stay in Milwaukee to absorb the local history?
Based on our travel expertise, The Pfister Hotel is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Riverside Theater is a short walk away. If you're interested in local history, another option for your visit is Hilton Milwaukee.
How many historical hotels are there in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is home to 1182 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 3 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.
What are the must-see historical sites and other places in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is notable for landmarks like Riverside Theater, Turner Hall and the Milwaukee Turners and Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery. Known for its museums and art, cultural venues include Pabst Theater, Milwaukee Repertory Theater and Milwaukee Art Museum. Lake Michigan is another popular sight to explore.
What is a historic hotel like in Milwaukee?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Milwaukee, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most important. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Milwaukee have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Milwaukee, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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