Where to Stay in Milwaukee → 5 Best Areas and Hotels for Every Budget

Welcome to the largest city in Wisconsin state – Milwaukee! Are you ready to explore impressive art galleries, museums, and cultural attractions, and to taste delicious foods and drinks in trendy restaurants and bars? This city is the opposite of boring and there certainly is something for everyone!

Located in the center of the midwest USA and on the shores of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee offers very beautiful views and lush green parks making it a great place to visit for a romantic getaway or a fun family trip.

In this travel guide, I will talk about the 4 best areas where to stay in Milwaukee with hotels from luxury to budget. Most of the neighborhoods are located in the Downtown area and I’ll also be giving you an idea of the vibe of the areas so you can pick the best one for your taste.

I went through tons of hotels and chose the best ones where you could have an amazing holiday. I don’t want you to lose the chance of staying in these awesome hotels so I highly recommend you make your reservation in advance to get better deals and to not miss the best places that I handpicked for you. Many of the Milwaukee hotels have a free cancelation, so don’t worry if you change your mind!

If you are ready, let’s start our city tour in Milwaukee, Wisconsin!

If you are in a hurry

Here are the best places to stay in Milwaukee,Wisconsin with hotels from luxury to budget. They are all conveniently located and have great reviews!

Here is a map about where to stay in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with the 4 best areas I will be talking about in this blog post so you can easily visualize them:

1. Historic Third Ward – where to stay in Milwaukee for the first time

In Milwaukee, the area where you will find the main landmarks, museums, shops, trendy restaurants, and bars is the Historic Third Ward. That’s why my pick for where to stay in Milwaukee for the first time is definitely Historic Third Ward.

Start your day by visiting the impressive art galleries and museums, then, head to famous Catalano Square and have a coffee in the beautiful park. If you feel like partying at night you can even check out the lively bars of Historic Third Ward.

It is very easy to find something for every taste here whether you are a history lover, museum enthusiast, foodie, or party person! By staying in Historic Third Ward you will also be within walking distance of the other areas of Milwaukee Downtown.

Here you will be able to find a great selection of hotels for all budgets but I highly recommend you make your booking in advance to secure your palace and get better deals on hotels. While you’re at it if you’re planning to continue your holiday and want to add another stop along Lake Michigan, check out this post for the best places to stay in Chicago. Now, let’s have a look at the best places to stay in Historic Third Ward:

Other accommodation options in Historic Third Ward

Things to do in Historic Third Ward

2. East Town – the coolest area to stay in Milwaukee

East Town is located in the east part of downtown Milwaukee and is set by the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan. In this area, you will find the coolest art galleries, museums, green parks, and many nice restaurants.

East Town offers a very picturesque view of Lake Michigan. Start your stroll by the lake and explore the main landmarks like the Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, Grohmann Museum, and Cathedral Square Park. When you are tired enough, pick one of many nice restaurants in Downtown Milwaukee to enjoy a delicious meal.

Thanks to its proximity to main landmarks in East Town you will be able to find many hotels. To make your job even easier, I’ve already picked the best of the best ones but in order not to miss them, you need to do your part and make sure to book in advance.

Other accommodation options in East Town

Things to do in East Town

3. Westown – best area for sightseeing

Westown is in the west part of Milwaukee Downtown and offers many attractions and beautiful views of Lake Michigan. It is the perfect area for where to stay in Milwaukee for sightseeing.

Here the main landmarks you should not miss are the Pere Marquette Park and the Streets of Old Milwaukee museum. The best way to discover Westown is by strolling in the parks, taking in the beautiful lake views, and discovering historical museums. Westown is also the liveliest part of Milwaukee Downtown. You will see many nice restaurants, shops, cultural venues and lively bars here. Sounds like everything is in one place right?

Westtown is a great place to stay in Milwaukee for those who want to stay at the heart of the city and want to be within walking distance of all the attractions in the Downtown.

Let’s check out the best hotels in Milwaukee with a convenient location for sightseeing.

Other accommodation options in Westown

Things to do in Westown

4. Wauwatosa – where to stay for shopping

Wauwatosa is located 5 mi (7 km) west of Milwaukee Downtown and is a commercial area famous for its shopping mall, modern hotels, and a great selection of restaurants.

Shopping lovers should start the day by hitting the famous shopping mall in the city Mayfair Mall. After checking tons of boutiques you can grab a snack at the beautiful parks Hoyt or Jacobus Park to have a well deserved rest. After a nice stroll in the lush green parks, see the oldest buildings of Milwaukee at the Greek Orthodox Annunciation Church and the Lowell Damon House.

Wauwatosa is also a nice area to stay for those who would like to avoid the downtown crowd. Here are the best hotels for where to stay in Milwaukee for shopping.

Other accommodation options in Wauwatosa

Things to do in Wauwatosa

• Go for a stroll at Hoyt Park
• Shop until you drop at Mayfair Mall
• Go ice skating at Pettit National Ice Center
• Spend time at the beautiful park Hawthorn Glen
• Visit the Milwaukee County Zoo
• Have a walk at Jacobus Park
• See the oldest buildings in the city, Greek Orthodox Annunciation Church and the Lowell Damon House

Frequently asked questions about Milwaukee

Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed reading this travel guide on where to stay in Milwaukee, Wi. In this blog post, I talked about the best hotels in Milwaukee from luxury to budget, as well as Airbnbs. I also gave you some information about the things you can do in each area so you can pick the perfect one for you!

As I’ve already said, thanks to its proximity to main attractions and offering activities for all tastes Historic Third Ward is the best area to stay in Milwaukee for first-timers. For those who want to stay nearby all the attractions, East Town and Midtown are good options. I would like to remind you that in order to get better deals on and secure your favorite hotel in Milwaukee, do not forget to make a reservation in advance!

I’ve already mentioned the best hotels in each area but to wrap up, here are the 2 best Milwaukee hotels that I can highly recommend you choose for an unforgettable holiday. Both are ideally located and have great reviews.

• Kimpton Journeyman Hotel – 4-star hotel has modern rooms and is conveniently located near Downtown Milwaukee
• The Arts Hotel – A great place to stay in Milwaukee Downtown with great amenities

If you have any other suggestions or questions about hotels in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, don’t be shy and leave a comment below. I’ll be happy to reply to them!

Have an amazing holiday in Milwaukee Wi,

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