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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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Enjoy a diverse selection of dishes at our self-service buffet.
Relax in the stylish lobby with a comfortable seating area, featuring a sofa and armchairs, and a large window offering a view.
Enjoy a compact kitchenette with a coffee machine, microwave, and refrigerator, and relax in a cozy seating area with a chair and table.
Welcome to Holiday Inn Express, featuring a modern design with a flat roof and glass facades.
Welcome to the hotel lobby, featuring a modern reception desk with an illuminated panel and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Baird Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Fiserv Forum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 389 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Specialty)

  • 321 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Milwaukee hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Henry W. Maier Festival Park. Milwaukee Public Market and Milwaukee Boat Line are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Riverside Theater - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Baird Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fiserv Forum - 16 min walk - 0.9 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

  • ‪Café Benelux - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Swingin' Door Exchange - ‬4 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.

Languages

English

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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)

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

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

Express Milwaukee By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown an IHG Hotel
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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Hotel Milwaukee

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 Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG on Aug 17, 2025 start from $112.0, 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 mi (9-min drive) from McKinley 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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1011 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, SAFETY HARBOR

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIM, westminster

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful staff and great location

The staff was wonderful and the hotel was nice and clean! Great value! The hotel is close to lots of shops and restaurants. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Otto

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saul G

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Well when we got there the front desk was empty. We waited about 10-15 min to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful accommodations great food selection with a little rotation on different days and the front staff went over and beyond with any questions or assistance needed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Liked location, could walk to everting downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Go Big Blue!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to explore the city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Wonderful hotel in great location

This hotel was just perfect for our weekend stay in Milwaukee; very clean and great hospitality. It is in the perfect location and walking distance of The Third Ward - home to many great cafes and boutiques. Also very close to The Public Market where there are equally many goodies and treats. I especially enjoyed the ease of valet parking. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Perfect location and a nice clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very good experience from the start, front desk person helped us with parking, did not push at all to use their own valet which I liked, but gave options in the area. The room was very spacious and clean, bunch of cable options even resting couch. Breakfast was really good, we were pleasantly surprised. Both times we had breakfast at the hotel, I and my wife had to skip brunch because we were so full. Overall great experience, nice staff, great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Miguel A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No enclosed walkway to garage by three nearby hotels, only to second garage. Paid separate for parking privileges.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean and comfy stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been here three times before and this is the first time I was offed a bottle of water with a smile! Started my stay off on the right foot!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location, safe walking. Hotel clean and comfortable. Breakfast good. Would have liked to turn down temp a bit in room. All in all, great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025