Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown offers a refreshing stay near Lake Michigan. Start your day with continental breakfast, then tackle work at the 24-hour business center or unwind at the gym. With laundry facilities and helpful staff on hand, this hotel is perfect for both relaxation and productivity.
General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 16 min drive
Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 25 min drive
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 40 min drive
Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 15 min walk
Milwaukee Airport Station - 17 min drive
Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 1 min walk
Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 2 min walk
Restaurants
Tupelo Honey - 4 min walk
Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen - 3 min walk
Swingin' Door Exchange - 4 min walk
Blu Milwaukee - 3 min walk
Uncle Wolfie’s Dinner Diner - 3 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Marquette University. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, wired internet, and continental breakfast daily. Also, Fiserv Forum and Harley-Davidson Museum are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop is steps away and Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop is 2 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
116 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 39.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2020
Fitness center
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
48-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Desk chair
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
There is an administrative fee of USD 50.00 per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 39.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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).
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
Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 39.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Potawatomi Bingo Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is a short 1-minute walk from Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop and 12 minutes' walk from Lake Michigan. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The property offered a satisfying and excellent complimentary breakfast with a variety of options. (66 reviews)
The property is close to many restaurants and offers great breakfast options. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Great place to stay!
Great hotel in the city!
Kristin
Kristin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great place to stay
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
great location staff very friendly
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee
We had an excellent stay at this hotel. It was very clean and front desk staff was very helpful and friendly. Overall, a very good stay.
Evelyn F.
Evelyn F., 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Very nice property, very comfortable bed and room, good breakfast
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Weekend journey
Went up to a festival and had a good time!
Great breakfast included
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Great downtown Milwaukee hotel
Excellent hotel. Great location, great amenities, great breakfast. Environmentally friendly. Close to Art museum, Discovery World & riverwalk restaurants.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2025
Best hotel in a while I've been to! Good breakfast options, had cookies waiting for us before check in, clean and nice!!
Ayanna
Ayanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Excellent location and wonderful staff
Our v
Fav place to stay in Milwaukee
MaryAnn
MaryAnn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Thx - great stay!
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
I d stay here again
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
Superb!
We were in town for a quick trip to bring our daughter to college. Hotel location was perfect, almost everywhere we needed to go was within walking distance. The hotel staff was super friendly. Hotel was very clean, smelled good! Our room was clean, beds and pillows super comfy. Will definitely stay here again in the future!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Excellent stay near summer fest
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Amazing comfort.
Loved the ice cream selections. The beds were so comfortable and clean. So many channels to watch on the TV. Our stay was great, we will be be back again.
Brenda and Brendan
Brenda and Brendan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
nice Place
Great location. Close to Summerfest.
We are staying here every year
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
This was a clean, comfortable hotel with a good free breakfast! Nice to have parking just across the street for less! Great stay!
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
They have an amazing continental breakfast and the staff were friendly and knowledgeable.
Patti
Patti, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Very Good Downtown Milwaukee Hotel
Nice, reasonably priced downtown hotel. Parking garage nearby, good breakfast. Very clean.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Perfect location and a nice clean hotel
Brittany
Brittany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Our go-to hotel in downtown Milwaukee
Very friendly staff, comfortable bed and pillows. Hotel is in very good condition. Probably the best hotel breakfast buffet coffee I’ve had. Definitely the worst orange juice I’ve had anywhere, basically water with an orange hue.
Dale
Dale, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
This hotel was a great place to stay while visiting son and daughter in law in Milwaukee. The hotel was clean, staff was friendly and it was an easy walk to shopping, dining, the public Market and even to Lake Michigan. We would stay again.
Michele
Michele, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Comfortable stay. Great breakfast. Friendly staff
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Good stay
Nice one night stay for a baseball game.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Great!
Stayed here while visiting for Summerfest. Only 3 blocks from Summerfest grounds,so close and convenient. Highly recommend.