Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan

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Free daily continental breakfast
Interior
Exterior
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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown places travelers in the city center near Lake Michigan. Enjoy continental breakfast for morning adventures, a 24-hour business center for work, a gym to maintain routines, and on-site laundry. Helpful staff ensures everything runs smoothly.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is SAR 386
SAR 456 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Public Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riverside Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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
  • ‪St Paul’s Fish Market Tiki Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Swingin' Door Exchange - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Near Harley-Davidson Museum and Fiserv Forum, Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 116 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 48-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 39.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Administrative fee: USD 50.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

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
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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Valet parking is available for USD 39.00 per night.

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.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Milwaukee, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Milwaukee Public Market, Lake Michigan, and Marquette University. Fiserv Forum and Harley-Davidson Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop is 2 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 665 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Jim

Liked: Amenities
Great value, location, updated rooms, excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms an d friendly staff with excellent price!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly friendly, and the hotel is conveniently located near the Public Market and several great restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Volodymyr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new clean spacious hotel. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, easy check in, and great location. Parking is hard to find though. They have valet parking for approx $40/day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Room was clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There is a public parking nearby, excellent restaurants and bars within the walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thx - great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and wonderful staff Our v Fav place to stay in Milwaukee
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, very knowledgeable about the area and giving directions to events!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great location for summerfest
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance of everything including any public transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for then walkability to summer fest grounds. will definitely consider staying here again if or when we decide to stay in Milwaukee again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, room was clean, some slight maintenance could be done but overall a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast could run longer in the morning on weekends
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

seungho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many good restautant and good place are near from the hotel but only one thing, parking space was a little bit disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a good time! The walk to the Public Market and Third Ward was easy and we found most anything we wanted there! The staff was great. Rebecca and Deidre(?) of the daytime front desk were awesome helpiing us to decide the excursions of the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The valet parking (and the valet himself) was awesome and breakfast was excellent. We will definitely stay here again when in Milwaukee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Your front desk staff were incredible- I especially want to thank Jay for all his help.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
liked that my room had fridge, microwave and coffee maker. came for a race (triathlon) at discovery world, and this hotel was the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I d stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and very clean facility. Staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very nice, staff was really nice, plenty of near by parking options if you don’t want to use the valet parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025