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Maxwell Mansion

3.5 star property
3.5-star adults-only hotel near Geneva Lake

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Outdoor wedding area
3 bars/lounges
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Front of property
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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304 S Wells St, Lake Geneva, WI, 53147
  • Place, Geneva Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Geneva Cruise Line
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Riviera Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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11 Carriage House, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pet Friendly

11 Carriage House, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pet Friendly

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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12 Carriage House - 2 Full Beds

12 Carriage House - 2 Full Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

13 Carriage House - 1 Queen bed, Jetted Tub, Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

14 Carriage House - 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

15 Carriage House, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

16 Carriage House, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

17 Carriage House - 1 Queen Bed & 1 Twin Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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21 Carriage House - 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

21 Carriage House - 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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22 Carriage House - 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

22 Carriage House - 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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24 Carriage House - 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

24 Carriage House - 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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26 Carriage House - 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Carriage House Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Carriage House Whirlpool Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Lake Geneva

Heart of Lake Geneva.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Geneva Lake and Lake Geneva Cruise Line. Riviera Beach and Big Foot Beach State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Geneva Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Geneva Lake Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Riviera Ballroom - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Geneva Cruise Line - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Riviera Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Fox Lake Station - 29 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Oakfire - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lake City Social - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Popeye's on Lake Geneva - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Maxwell Mansion

3.5-star adults-only hotel near Geneva Lake
As a guest of Maxwell Mansion, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Event space at this hotel measures 7750 square feet (720 square meters) and includes conference space. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. The business-friendly Maxwell Mansion also features a garden, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Lake Geneva hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 7750 sq ft of conference space
  • 720 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1856
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Maxwell Mansion offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 8 to May 25:
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 55 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: 6 percent

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 55 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Please note: Non-registered guests are limited to a maximum of 2 people at any time in public areas only between 9 AM and 9 PM.
This property prohibits outside alcoholic beverages on site due to local laws.
Guests must contact this property in advance to request parking for more than 1 vehicle.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Maxwell Mansion 1856 Hotel Lake Geneva
Maxwell Mansion 1856 Hotel
Maxwell Mansion 1856 Lake Geneva
Maxwell Mansion 1856
Maxwell Mansion 1856
Maxwell Mansion Hotel
Maxwell Mansion Lake Geneva
Maxwell Mansion Hotel Lake Geneva

Maxwell Mansion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 254 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome speakeasy bar and a beautiful, relaxing space all in walking distance to downtown Lake Geneva
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was scum in the jacuzzi after I took a bath . That may have been because the water was so hard-/ in which case you soften it. Or the maid did not do a good job. And needed to clean the jets. My body was clean so it did not come from me. That is my only complaint. I thought the place was very nice, other than that.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean and the bar had one of the most amazing drinks!!! Overall experience was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old eclectic mansion. Close to town. Rooms are nicely decorated. Free drink coupons at the apothecary and the secret password for the speak easy in the basement
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful. What a treat to stay at such an amazing place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it

10/10 Excellent

Carodeane

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tiki Tuesday is always a fun day at MM. The Carriage House rooms are comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary Getaway

Perfect place for a 1 night visit. Enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Candice

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean and cozy I love this place definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nanette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The event was nicely done on Saturday. Love the mansion. Drinks were very difficult to get, longs lines, not enough staff or areas to get a drink. There was a very crabby man who seemed to be in charge. He was appropriate and keeping order but could have been much more personable and friendly. He was very rude.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024