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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Lake Michigan in Milwaukee

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Place, Milwaukee Public Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room (Specialty)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Milwaukee hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Henry W. Maier Festival Park. Milwaukee Public Market and US Bank Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Public Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 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

  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 15 min walk
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Playa Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Benelux - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Swingin' Door Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Wolfie’s Dinner Diner - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Lake Michigan in Milwaukee
Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG also features a fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. For a fee, parking is available.

This Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 2020
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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 noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. 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

  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • 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
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

How close is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is 10.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG on May 24, 2026 start from CA $158, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Pebble Beach and 2 mi (9-min drive) from McKinley Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Potawatomi Bingo Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 39.00 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG to downtown Milwaukee?

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is 0.1 mi away from Milwaukee.

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 689 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DaVonte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Gabriella

Travelled with partner
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tyesha

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The one star is being nice, however this hotel doesn’t deserve a star. I reserved a room on NYE with a “city view” I was excited for a night get away to relax by myself. Upon arrival there’s unfortunately no free parking just valet and that’s about $30-35 per night. Hotel was very noisy like I could hear and feel the music vibrating furniture in my room this went on the entire night. I’m not sure if they cleared for or booked a party at the hotel but it sounded like a club was inside the hotel literally. Hotel did nothing about this. Room didn’t have towels had to go get them the next morning because I never received them the night before. Then the shower was dirty staff never cleaned it so I cleaned it myself. And back to the “city view “ window that was also extra $$ lol that was also not what I received. The only thing I saw out the window was one building and the building was bigger that the hotel so there was literally nothing to see . I would not recommend this hotel and the breakfast meat the put out the next morning was undercooked. I was able to speak with manager Rebecca and it was made clear these are the values that this hotel wants to be represented by. In my opinion save your hard earned money they won’t value it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grzegorz

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DaVonte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay was wonderful, beautiful room, wonderful staff. Thank you all!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, needs more garbages in room, breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sarah

Room was clea
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mallory

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible street noise. Dont get a room on north sode of buildind. Fan on ac/heater doesnt stay on for white noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was friendly staff, room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking was convenient and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Ann-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After checking in to my room, I unpacked my bag and headed out for the evening. When I returned, there were two new guests in my room! With my stuff! It all got sorted out eventually, my things were collected and I was reassigned another room. The hotel reimbursed me for one nights’ stay after I suggested both nights should be comped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bulmaro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and modern. Walking distance to everything. Parking right next door
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The entire building smelt TERRIBLE of weed. There were multiple people smoking it outside too. The 4th floor hallway looks like it hasn’t been vacuumed in months. It was absolutely gross. Sketchy people outside begging for cigarettes. At one point my mom went down to the lobby and the front desk attendant was PASSED OUT. please do NOT bring your children here. It didn’t feel safe at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaDawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The cleanness of the room, the staff accessibility to everything that was a very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dama

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I was a little sad breakfast finished early. I was expecting it last till 11am at least lots of people cat eat that early..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khawar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t didn’t had breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and quite large. The breakfast was great. The biscuits and gravy were perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025