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The Iron Horse Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Henry W. Maier Festival Park

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3 restaurants; lunch, dinner, and brunch served
Property entrance
Lobby
Hallway
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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500 W Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53204
  • Place, Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Baird Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Custom Deluxe King

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Corner Alcove King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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City view

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Studio Suite, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premium Studio Suite, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Custom Deluxe King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Custom Deluxe King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • City view
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Corner Alcove King | City view

Corner Alcove King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Milwaukee

City center stay.With a stay at this Fifth Ward hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Harley-Davidson Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Baird Center. Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Lake Michigan are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Milwaukee Brewing Co. - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marquette University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Baird Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 15 min walk
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Catrina Café Mke - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gyro Palace - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪O'Lydias - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sabbatic - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Iron Horse Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Henry W. Maier Festival Park
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 4000 square feet (360 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, spa services, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly The Iron Horse Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Art Deco Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 4000 sq ft of conference space
  • 360 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1907
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Iron Horse Hotel offers 100 accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 48-inch plasma televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

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Jul 5 - Jul 6
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 44 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 30 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch plasma TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from March 1 to April 30:
  • One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 8 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 44 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Iron Horse Hotel to the airport?

The Iron Horse Hotel is 6.8 mi (12-min drive) away from the General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Iron Horse Hotel?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iron Horse Hotel on Jul 5, 2026 start from $203, 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.

Does The Iron Horse Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Iron Horse Hotel.

How close is The Iron Horse Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.4 mi (8-min drive) from Pebble Beach and 4.4 mi (11-min drive) from McKinley Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Iron Horse Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Iron Horse Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Iron Horse Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Potawatomi Bingo Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Iron Horse Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Iron Horse Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 44 per night.

Does The Iron Horse Hotel have a pool?

The Iron Horse Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Iron Horse Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, brunch, and happy hour. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from March 1 to April 30.

Does The Iron Horse Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

How close is The Iron Horse Hotel to downtown Milwaukee?

The Iron Horse Hotel is 1 mi away from Milwaukee.

The Iron Horse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 881 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1163 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place.!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

LaKendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and cordial. The room was clean and well kept; our comforter had a stain on it though. The location is in close proximity to restaurants, which we loved. We will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and helpful, food was delicious and the room was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Iron Horse. The location is convenient, rooms are cool, and they have onsite food and drink options. Trendy atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very friendly staff The beds are so comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful. The lobby was very inviting and interesting. The room itself was gorgeous. I love the high ceilings and rustic look with all the exposed wood. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom super clean and inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, great customer service and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

All the staff were so kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tyhesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast came in a timely fashion and the food was great. Best bacon I’ve eaten in awhile.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie

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Would definitely stay again! Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet cool hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Coralie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved the glass shower. Very romantic for a couples getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Magdalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool boutique hotel in a great neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best decor, very clean, staff were wonderful, and VERY pet friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frederick

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A+ This hotel was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice community seating areas . Fun pool table at the bar. All night valet. Clean comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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