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.
Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Discovery World - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Milwaukee Art Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Veteran's Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
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
La Playa Cafe - 4 min walk
Café Benelux - 5 min walk
Uncle Wolfie’s Dinner Diner - 3 min walk
Tupelo Honey - 4 min walk
Swingin' Door Exchange - 4 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Henry W. Maier Festival Park. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, wired internet, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Marquette University and Baird Center 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 noon
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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
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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 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
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
More
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
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
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
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Milwaukee
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 noon.
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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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great with a good selection and high-quality food. (82 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2026
The room was good and I enjoyed my sleep I was able to get.
Devante
Devante, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2026
spotless room, friendly staff
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Parking was convenient and breakfast was great
Hector
Hector, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Everyone was friendly staff, room clean.
Norma
Norma, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 18, 2026
Clean good location
Gen
Gen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
The cleanness of the room, the staff accessibility to everything that was a very nice stay.
LaDawn
LaDawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2026
Our stay was wonderful, beautiful room, wonderful staff. Thank you all!
Angie
Angie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2026
Clean room, needs more garbages in room, breakfast was great
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2025
NICE CLEAN, COMFORTABLE, AND GREAT BREAKFAST!
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and quite large. The breakfast was great. The biscuits and gravy were perfect
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2025
Staff were very friendly and the breakfast was great!! Our room was clean. Will definitely stay here again.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
Breakfast was excellent.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Very clean and modern. Walking distance to everything. Parking right next door
Bulmaro
Bulmaro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Good value in a very convenient location!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
Was very easy to get to, good location, all in room that was needed.
Alyssa
Alyssa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
great location staff very friendly
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Everything was great. Check-in was fast. Room was clean and the bed was comfy. Overall a great stay
Jesse
Jesse, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 1, 2025
This was decent hotel for the price. Nice spacious room with a pleasant view of the street. I really liked that it was walkable for me when it came to exploring dinner options in the area.
Harold
Harold, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Very nice property, very comfortable bed and room, good breakfast
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
Super convenient location to all attractions. Nice and clean.
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
Nice staff
Linnea
Linnea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
Easy and friendly check in.
Good breakfast.
Easy parking
Yves
Yves, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
Great quality and service for the price
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 27, 2026
Room was good for the price however housecleaning was hit or miss and they did not clean the bathroom floor once in the 5 days we were there and on the days they did clean the room, they would forget to empty out the trash cans or left the bathroom sink dirty. Breakfast was just ok, nothing to rave about. The staff day staff was much more helpful than the night staff but both were friendly. The hotel itself is nice and centrally located. We walked almost everywhere.