The Muse Gallery Guesthouse

3.5 star property
3.5-star B&B near Lake Michigan

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Front of property
Cheryl's Room
Angela's Suite | Living room
Hallway
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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602 E. Lincoln Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53207
  • Place, Bay View Dog Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of Saint Josaphat
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Old South Side Settlement Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Loli Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Julia's Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Angela's Suite

  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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About the area

Milwaukee

Bay View stay.Your stay at this Bay View B&B places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan and Basilica of Saint Josaphat. Old South Side Settlement Museum and Allen-Bradley Company Clock are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Bay View Dog Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alchemist Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basilica of Saint Josaphat - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Old South Side Settlement Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Allen-Bradley Company Clock - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 8 min drive
  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guanajuato Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Room Service Bayview - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Centraal Grand Café & Tappery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paloma Taco & Tequila - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe India Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Muse Gallery Guesthouse

3.5-star B&B near Lake Michigan
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Milwaukee bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1889
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
The Muse Gallery Guesthouse offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Milwaukee bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.75 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 1 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 1 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 percent

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Reviews

The Muse Gallery Guesthouse Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preston

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners are awesome and very beautifully place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, friendly team, and lovely breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

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

10/10 Excellent

LuAnne

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host. Comfortable and spacious accommodations. Wish we could have stayed longer! Definitely would return and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space, and that is truly a gallery of local artists with its decorations. Mary Ellen is a wonderful host that really thought of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful, especially breakfast! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the location of this property. It was well kept and clean. The owners were nice and inviting. They had a wonderful breakfast for us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful place! So friendly! Great service;)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mary Ellen was great and it was a wonderful unique experience! Wish we had more timeto stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mary and Andrew couldn't have been nicer. Unique experience (art on all of the walls) is something that we will forever remember. I will absolutely stay here again if we are back in Milwaukee!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and quiet. Beautiful inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Mary Ellen was very kind and knowledgeable about the area. We had a great short stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures don’t do it justice. It is amazing inside. The artwork is amazing. Service is great! We went for our honeymoon, and they gave us a smal gift for our wedding! The Julia room is the one I’d recommend taking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Highly Recommended Awesomeness

Mary Ellen was the most awesome host. Breakfast was healthy and fresh (fruits, cheeses, veggies, lunch meats… the huge be was very comfortable. The dining and living room was private. Bayview is the most unique cool neighborhood. We will be back. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fun place with lovely hosts.

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an exceptionally pleasant stay at The Muse. I enjoyed the local art displayed in the rooms, the rooms were clean, the beds comfortable, breakfast was delicious and our hosts friendly and informative. I will return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022