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The Oxbow Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Eau Claire

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A building with a wooden facade, a balcony with railings, and potted plants.
A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a brick wall with a mounted animal head, and a blue-lit background.
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a bar area.
A modern interior with a wooden reception desk labeled "RESTROOM," a large wooden door, and a bar area with stools.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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516 Galloway Street, Eau Claire, WI, 54703
  • Place, Downtown Farmers Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pablo Center at the Confluence
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Children’s Museum of Eau Claire
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Flat (Exterior Entrance)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom.

King Flat (Exterior Entrance)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a mirror.

Queen Flat (Exterior Flat)

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

View all photos for Main House King Suite

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a sink, and a towel rack.

Main House King Suite

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

View all photos for Main House King Suite Deluxe

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden sliding door, a bathroom with a sink and toilet, and a chair.

Main House King Suite Deluxe

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Main House Queen Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a window, a wall-mounted artwork, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Main House Queen Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall clock, and two windows providing natural light.

Main House Queen Studio

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

View all photos for Queen Flat ADA (Exterior Entrance)

A neatly made bed with white linens in a hotel room.

Queen Flat ADA (Exterior Entrance)

  • City view
  • 260 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a bedside table with a record player, and a poster on the wall.

Main House Queen Suite ADA

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Eau Claire

Heart of Eau Claire.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Eau Claire hotel, you'll find Paul Bunyan Logging Camp Museum and Pablo Center at the Confluence. Children’s Museum of Eau Claire and Schlegelmilch-McDaniel House are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Paul Bunyan Logging Camp Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Downtown Farmers Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pablo Center at the Confluence - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Children’s Museum of Eau Claire - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Madden Ramen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olson's Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Reboot Social - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Oxbow Hotel

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Eau Claire
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 a 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
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Oxbow Hotel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Eau Claire hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Music library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • 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 available

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.

Property 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

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

How close is The Oxbow Hotel to the airport?

The Oxbow Hotel is 4.6 mi (13-min drive) away from the Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Oxbow Hotel?

As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oxbow Hotel on Sep 13, 2026 start from $126, 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 Oxbow Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Oxbow Hotel.

How close is The Oxbow Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Half Moon Beach.

Does The Oxbow Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Oxbow Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Oxbow Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Oxbow Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Oxbow Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Oxbow Hotel have a pool?

The Oxbow Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Oxbow Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Oxbow Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Oxbow Hotel to downtown Eau Claire?

The Oxbow Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Eau Claire.

The Oxbow Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Loved the location. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Live music and an amazing, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, location was great. Room was clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay for our weekend getaway. Right on the bike trail, close to all the downtown fun times and a super helpful staff. The food and atmosphere were great. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheila M.

Liked: Staff & service
This hotel has great style, friendly staff and a great location. It's not 5-star hotel clean, but it seemed fine. It's a fun, affordable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool and stylish hotel in an interesting area. Felt very quiet on a Monday evening, but a short walk will get you to bars, restaurants, shopping. The restaurant and bar was closed, which was a bummer because it looked great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, helpful staff and great location. Limited parking in lot adjacent to hotel. Good restaurant and bar with live music. Enjoyed the turntable in the room with LP library.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oxbow is the best!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a great place! Clean, cute, convenient. Staff was helpful and welcoming. Bed was comfortable. Just wish the restaurant had been open on Monday. I’ll definitely stay again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent location and a terrific bar/restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay in Eau Claire. It is a well kept property and the staff at the hotel and Lakely are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was there on a business trip and it worked well. The location was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy bed, easy parking, exciting to check out records and play them on the record player in the room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, friendly staff and nice decor. It was a good place for an overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty basic room that had all I needed. Great staff, great location with several restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the whole vibe of this place. Check in was easy and the room was clean and cozy. We were able to sit at the bar to enjoy some delicious cocktails. Parking in the lot was easy. Definitely road noise but slept just fine. We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single aspect of great hospitality was expertly satisfied by the Oxbow.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean fun boutique hotel, great drinks in the lounge, really fun atmosphere, would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kandice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice, staff was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great, cute room, and was fun to bave a record player in room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique hotel! Went for a night getaway with my husband. Highly recommend! Onsite Lakely restaurant/bar was amazing! Food was excellent and the drinks were great! Wait staff very attentive. Live music was perfect. Outdoor patio and fire was fantastic for after dinner drinks to end the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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