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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Explore the area

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525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Place, Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Veteran's Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(81 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

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

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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room (Specialty)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Milwaukee

At Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Lake Michigan and Baird Center. 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
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Veteran's Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 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

  • ‪La Playa Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Swingin' Door Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪St Paul’s Fish Market Tiki Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬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)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 30 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG on 1 Mar 2026 start from AU$157.24, 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?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is McKinley Beach (2.6 km).

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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 682 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was decent hotel for the price. Nice spacious room with a pleasant view of the street. I really liked that it was walkable for me when it came to exploring dinner options in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

seungho

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean & warm people~ Good breakfast~!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William S

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

8/10 Good

Sharna

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noise was the only issue. Occupant upstairs clearly heard stomping all the time. Outside noise also loud but it is a busy area near downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quality and service for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mako

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The heater is very loud
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAGALI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Carrie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The shower wasn't clean. There was crustiness in the corners. Other than that the bathroom was pretty okay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy and friendly check in. Good breakfast. Easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet and convenient to downtown Milwaukee. Ask for high floor facing east or north, better views. The lady who does the breakfast was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The maid didnt bring us fresh toels and washcloths. Other than that it was a great experience. It just could have been a fluke. Great front desk ladies who gave us great suggestions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was very easy to get to, good location, all in room that was needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna, Suamico

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location to all attractions. Nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing!! We don't get away easily or frequently. When we do, we want a stay that is a home away from home, even for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy, Des Moines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Valet Parking was expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

anu

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025