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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Lake Michigan in Milwaukee

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Free daily continental breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Place, Milwaukee Public Market
    ‪3 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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(81 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 321 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 389 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 389 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room (Specialty)

  • 321 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Milwaukee hotel, you'll find Milwaukee Public Market and US Bank Center. Marcus Center for the Performing Arts and Milwaukee School of Engineering are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Public Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Discovery World - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Veteran's Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 15 min walk
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Playa Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Swingin' Door Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blu Milwaukee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Lake Michigan in Milwaukee
Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center 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 center, coffee/tea in a 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 center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 39 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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-authorize 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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is 10.6 mi (16-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 Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

As of Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG on Jan 4, 2026 start from $100.0, excluding 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 Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Pebble Beach and 2.4 mi (9-min drive) from Bradford Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Potawatomi Bingo Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 39.00 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG to downtown Milwaukee?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is 0.1 mi away from Milwaukee.

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 682 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, friendly, centrally located. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is walking distance to 3rd ward great area for food and drinks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice rooms. The vallet guys were awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful. Got breakfast was first rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance, Canton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the hotel was great. The staff was wonderful and offered suggestions on historical buildings. The hotel was in a great location. It's just 2-3 blocks from the Third Ward where there is lots of shopping and restaurants including the public market. Fun area!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

YAO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo, Jupiter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a very good location close to the Milwaukee Art Museum.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value in a very convenient location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Hudson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
411 parking garage next door is not the place to park, pedestrian entry is difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Visited Milwaukee for Summerfest and the location was perfect. Breakfast was ok, room was comfortable and staff were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michalina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Pros: nice hotel, very clean. Breakfast smelled good and there was always coffee. We stayed for a concert so it was basically a bed to sleep in before we drove home. Cons: they told me the hold was going to be $50 and the charge should fall off in a few days, it's been a week and it was $60. Parking is goofy and it was a cluster trying to find parking for a large truck. Maybe I'm wrong but every other hotel stay, my parking was free when I stayed at the hotel. The $80 ($60 I probably won't get back and the $20 for overnight, unsecured parking) killed the spark here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is just two or three blocks from the Third Ward and the Public Market. The staff is super. Everyone greets you with a smile. Thr hotel was clean, the breakfast was great and the location is close to everything. A special shout out to Rebecca who provided us with a wealth of information and made recommendations around the hotel, including shopping, restaurants and historial sites. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee-anne

Traveled with family
Staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was pleasantly surprised by this Holiday Inn! Super friendly, extra clean, very modern! Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast, not enough different items.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025