The Iron Horse Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Lake Michigan

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Hallway
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
3 restaurants, lunch, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

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500 W Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53204
  • Place, Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Marquette University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Fiserv Forum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

Premium Studio Suite, City View

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

Custom Deluxe King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Corner Alcove King

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

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About the neighborhood

Milwaukee

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Fifth Ward hotel, you'll find Harley-Davidson Museum and Marquette University. Great Lakes Distillery and Milwaukee Brewing Co. are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marquette University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fiserv Forum - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Potawatomi Bingo Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 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

  • ‪Zocalo Food Park - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Anytime Arepa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Anodyne Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catrina Café Mke - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Iron Horse Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Lake Michigan
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available.

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 business-friendly The Iron Horse Hotel. 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
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • 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
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • 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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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 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 parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend 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
  • Billiards/pool table
  • 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: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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
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. 

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 Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iron Horse Hotel on Dec 7, 2025 start from $143.1, 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 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.

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: midnight.

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 massages.

How close is The Iron Horse Hotel to downtown Milwaukee?

The Iron Horse Hotel is 1 mi away from Milwaukee.

Reviews

The Iron Horse Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 759 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GRANT, Aston

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, such history, very unique, loved staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property - both restaurants are
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the surprise of live music outside. This is what kept us at the hotel to eat dinner and have drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

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

Enjoyed stay

Unique hotel, clean, great location for the things we were doing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

2/10 Terrible

Rebeca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boujee place. Felt like someone important.

Awesome place to stay if you like being in the city. Only bike parking available. I drove a truck and had to pay quite a bit for parking off property. The restaurants were not great. But the people there were. The staff and guests were friendly. Bar didnt quite have the selection I would of liked. But I did enjoy it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful artistic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salsa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Comfortable Hotel. Very pleasant stay. Great room with a refreshing and nicely tiled bathroom. That evening prior to going to a Summerfest event I had a delicious Turkey BLT. I also had breakfast the next morning I asked for a waffle with berries on top along with chicken sausage. The server and the kitchen created a perfect breakfast for me. Thank you Iron Horse Hotel for taking such great care of me!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This place has gone downhill. I order food from The Yard. It was terrible. The $14 brat was microwaved and ha
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dulcie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful and has great vibes inside and out. But our room wasn’t ready until about 90 minutes after check in time and that was after checking in it multiple times. We also asked for adjoining rooms which they could not accommodate. Our waitress at the bar outside was very sweet but the food and drinks took a long time. Just seems to not be running great overall. Not sure due to staffing?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fun hotel near the 3rd Ward

The overall design of the hotel is eclectic and fun. Very well done. My only comment is there is a little deferred maintenance that needs to be done( a cracked sink and window in the bathroom and a little bit of wear and tear. However, everything else was beautifully designed with a cool bar, restaurants, lobby and outdoor patio. Geared towards Harley enthusiasts, it is a great vibe for everyone and walking distance to the Historic 3rd Ward
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good but the restroom door didn’t lock and fan in the restroom didn’t work. Everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sevanah

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The valet was sketchy. The guy was asking really personal questions. When we left, my wife couldn't find her laptop. She had left it in the car. Thankfully the manager had located it when she called. It was in the lost abd found, turned in by the valet. We can't prove anything but it was really bizarre. We had the same valet again when we left, before we realized the laptop was gone. He did not say anything to us about finding the laptop and turning it in. We were the only car at the entrance when we pulled in so he would have known it was us in the case that it was "lost". Never staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The ambiance is great, and the front desk was amazing. However we were switched to a lower grade room, with no explanation. The valet service is terrible, they would take up to 30 minutes to get our vehicle, with no one else waiting for a car and then tell us they had to use the restroom and sorry for inconvenience. Once would be understandable, but 5 times when we requested our vehicle was not appropriate. The service in the outdoor patio area was not great. They were friendly, but also would disappear and no one was there. We waited nearly 25 minutes to be greeted after being sat near the fireplace area. We were hopeful that we would really like this place as we frequently will be in Milwaukee, however not even sure we would recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

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

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel room bathrooms were dirty. Toenail clippings on floor and only half roll of toilet paper available. Had to call twice over eight hours to get toilet paper.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025