When you stay at The Clarke Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Frame Park Formal Gardens and Carroll University. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Waukesha County Expo Center and Minooka Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location.
Waukesha County Technical College - Waukesha Campus - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 5 min drive
General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 30 min drive
Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 21 min drive
Milwaukee Airport Station - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Taco John's - 8 min walk
Jimmy's Grotto - 10 min walk
The Coop - 11 min walk
Qdoba Mexican Eats - 8 min walk
Magellan's/M2 - 2 min walk
About this property
The Clarke Hotel
When you stay at The Clarke Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Frame Park Formal Gardens and Carroll University. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Waukesha County Expo Center and Minooka Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday to Thursday (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM), Friday to Saturday (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM), and Sunday to Sunday (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 50 at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property charges a fee of USD 40 per night for use of the sofa sleeper in guestrooms.
Access to this property is limited to the adjacent side streets on Friday evenings from June to September.
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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 18
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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 in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
24-hour offsite parking within 0.2 mi (USD 3.50 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference center
Services
Bike storage
Facilities
Built in 100
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 60
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
Front entrance ramp
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Down comforter
Alarm clock
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Bed sheets are available for an extra charge of USD 10 per bed, per night (or guests may bring their own)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 3.50 per day (984 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Clarke Hotel
Clarke Hotel Waukesha
Clarke Waukesha
Hotel Clarke
The Clarke Hotel Hotel
The Clarke Hotel Waukesha
The Clarke Hotel Hotel Waukesha
Frequently asked questions
Does The Clarke Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Clarke Hotel 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 The Clarke Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Clarke Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Clarke Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, kayaking, and swimming.
Are there restaurants at or near The Clarke Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Clarke Hotel like?
The Clarke Hotel is a short 5-minute drive from Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) and 5 minutes' walk from Frame Park Formal Gardens. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Reviews
The Clarke Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Downtown
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2026
The location was great and The Clarke was a wonderful hotel. Room was big and very well maintained. Loved the place.
Patti
Patti, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2026
Waukesha parking is really the only issue here. Handicap spots are limited and Waukesha requires paid parking if overnight.
Great little hotel and right downtown. The staff was excellent! Room was very clean and bedding and bathroom were in great shape.
Frederick
Frederick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2026
Our stay was wonderful. A little confusion on checking in. We thought there would be an attendant, but with the phone number provided at the front desk, we quickly were speaking with the person in charge. Our keys were in a lock box, with information and coupons for breakfast. The room was extremely spacious including the bathroom, with a glorious shower. Location was perfect for downtown activities. Would definitely stay here again.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2026
Room was very nice and clean. The hotel was close to restaurants, pubs, etc. We will definitely stay here again.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2026
Very comfortable beds. Clean. Nice amenities- in room refrigerator, coffee maker, real coffee cups, bathrobes! This is an old hotel that has been renovated. Nice bathroom. Elevator to the second floor lobby. Stairs only to the higher floors. So if you can't do stairs, make sure they know when you book. Also, long term/overnight parking is a couple blocks away but there is 2 hour parking out front. Cute seating area with some games in the lobby. Quiet place. Wine bar and coffee cafe next door were both excellent. Good restaurant across the street. Farmer's Market on Saturdays 2 blocks over. Friday nights in summer, they block the streets for live music. Fun place!
Andria
Andria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
Awesome place great view... loved it.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Very unique hotel. The room was very spacious and the shower/ bath was amazing. Highly recommend
Shane
Shane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
Everything was very nice, from the room to staff to the bar. Also very convenient location.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Staff was great, close to restaurants
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2025
Very large room - whole family could open gifts. Great bar and restaurant on the first floor. Travioso serves great food.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Hotel was great and the surrounding area was fun and very clean.
Calvin
Calvin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
Self-check-in was a little strange, but it you pay attention to their email instructions you'll be fine. The rooms are lovely, especially the one's over the street. The bar/restaurant in the lobby (not affiliated with the hotel) had amazing food, as did most of the shops we visited. Great, walkable part of town.
Tari
Tari, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Lovely boutique hotel, conveniently located in downtown Waukesha. Would definitely stay again if we return to the area!
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
So much character and the employee that checked us in was so personable. We would definitely stay here again.
Audra
Audra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
I would definitely stay again
Our room was wonderful. The beds were comfortable, the bathroom was large and had a beautiful shower. Our night was quiet and the breakfast vouchers were great. Parking is a little confusing and a few blocks away.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Great location, good communication, excellent room and bed/bedding, and breakfast vouchers for local eateries get you out into the city! Will definitely come again!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 27, 2025
Cozy stay
We have stayed here several times and there has always been a free breakfast free breakfast is indicated on your website, but there was no free breakfast. A little misleading on that or stay was very good. The rooms are big and they have a great view of the city block. We really love staying at the Clark Hotel very unique and cozy.
Annette
Annette, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2025
It was a great stay! Beautiful city and great cafes and restaurants in walking distance of the hotel. Only received 2 vouchers for breakfast for 3 night stay for 2 guests.
Erin
Erin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
The Clarke Hotel offered a quaint experience in a historic building. We had easy access to downtown Waukesha dining and shopping.
jodi
jodi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Room was clean and spotless. Very comfortable accommodation
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2025
Off sight parking but an easy walk, only staffed for a few hours a day but quick to reply through email. Nice clean room and in a walkable area! Pros outweigh the cons
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
LOVED my stay at The Clarke Hotel! Already planning my next trip and hoping to stay there again! Great location with a lot to do and look at!
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
Clean room
Troy
Troy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Just a bit loud on Saturday night, but other than that, it is a great location and a great hotel.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Was a very nice hotel. Bed was super comfortable and the bathroom was luxurious!