The Oxbow Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Eau Claire with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Relax in a casual outdoor space with a unique mural and comfortable seating.
Guests can socialize in the stylish lobby area, featuring a seating space with comfortable chairs and a bench, surrounded by artwork and lush greenery.
Relax in the stylish lobby with a tufted leather sofa, armchairs, and a fireplace.
Oxbow storefront with a charming brick facade and inviting entrance.
Enjoy a meal in a spacious restaurant with booths, high-top tables, and a bar area, offering a variety of seating options.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
516 Galloway Street, Eau Claire, WI, 54703
  • Pablo Center at the Confluence
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Carson Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Flat ADA (Exterior Entrance)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Flat (Exterior Entrance)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Main House Queen Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Main House King Suite Deluxe

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Main House Queen Suite ADA

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

Main House King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Main House Queen Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

Queen Flat (Exterior Flat)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Eau Claire

The Oxbow Hotel puts you in the heart of Eau Claire, within just a 10-minute stroll of Paul Bunyan Logging Camp Museum and Pablo Center at the Confluence. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Eau Claire hotel include Children’s Museum of Eau Claire and Antique Emporium.

What's nearby

  • Pablo Center at the Confluence - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mayo Clinic Health System - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mayo Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Carson Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪3rd & Vine - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Olson's Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Star Cup - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The District Pub & Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Oxbow Hotel

Hotel in Eau Claire with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Oxbow Hotel also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Eau Claire hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1947
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Oxbow Hotel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Eau Claire hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Lakely

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1947
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Bicycle storage
  • In-room bottled water

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Oxbow Hotel Eau Claire
Oxbow Hotel
Oxbow Eau Claire
The Oxbow Hotel Hotel
The Oxbow Hotel Eau Claire
The Oxbow Hotel Hotel Eau Claire

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Oxbow Hotel?

The Oxbow Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Oxbow Hotel?

Yep, The Oxbow Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Oxbow Hotel?

Yep, The Oxbow Hotel is a short 17-minute walk from Half Moon Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Oxbow Hotel?

No, The Oxbow Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Oxbow Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Oxbow Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Oxbow Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Oxbow Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 664 out of 967 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 967 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 967 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 967 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 967 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brittany

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

McKenzi

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t usually leave reviews, but this was the worst hotel I have ever stayed at. The staff was rude, and they charge you an extra $60 fee when you check in. I asked what for and they said to cover the cost of the record player in our room, that we didn’t use. The floors were dirty, and so was the shower. The heater was so loud and kept turning to cold air. The live music was cool at the attached restaurant, but was so loud and kept us up until really late. Also very limited parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Oxbow and has a really great time! The hotel was very nice, and it was fun to be able to grab a drink (very reasonably priced) in the bar after seeing a show at the Pablo Center. We are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and fun place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing place especially for music lovers! Great restaurant with live music!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cullen

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

Cool older building in a good location, however..

The hotel was fine, there was only one main reason for my rating, and it was the bathroom door. For some reason unknown to me, hotels like to put barn doors on bathrooms now, but this one in particular was really bad. Not only did it roll open 6” on its own and not say closed (no way to lock it either), but there was. 2” gap around the door to the wall anyway. So not good for sights and worse for sounds…so if you’re staying here be prepared to be very comfortable with the person you’re staying with.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

I'd stay here again for sure.

Just a cool place. From the record library to the bar. Walking distance of almost everything. My only complaint which is not huge. Is it can be a tad loud at night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

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

Quick stop in Eau Claire

Loved the record player and little shop. Loved “The Local Store” and proximity to restaurants. Bathroom needs some storage. Even a couple of hooks and a shelf would help a lot. Nice water pressure, but the shower pressure hurt our faces.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Umpei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at The Oxbow! The staff was welcoming and kind. The live music at The Lakely was so fun!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really excellent bed- super comfortable stay, enjoyed walking in the area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the uniqueness of the building. It was quiet and comfortable and perfect for walking downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a fun, retro decor and ambiance. Rooms are large, clean and comfortable. Lobby has an art gallery and vinyl record library guests can check out and play on the record players in every room. Located in downtown Eau Claire and close to entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time. Would recommend to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Star

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Charge experience fees for what? To just charge you for nothing. The nickel and dime
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome hotel

Super great hotel. Immaculate. Cool vibe with record player and free records to check out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025