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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers wake up to continental breakfast in downtown Milwaukee, where lake views meet city energy and the 24-hour business center keeps productivity flowing

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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
(85 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
(34 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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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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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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)

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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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

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Milwaukee, a neighborhood in Milwaukee, Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan, while Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Harley-Davidson Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fiserv Forum or American Family Field. Visit our Milwaukee travel guide
Map
525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee Public Market
    Milwaukee Public Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Discovery World
    Discovery World
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Milwaukee Art Museum
    Milwaukee Art Museum
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Milwaukee Wisconsin skyline as seen from Veterans Park in summer
    Veteran's Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

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

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Near Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Harley-Davidson Museum, 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), 1 meeting room, and an elevator
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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

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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 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

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 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

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

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the 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

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Milwaukee, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Milwaukee Public Market and Henry W. Maier Festival Park. Lake Michigan and Fiserv Forum 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 686 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, coffee was good, room was clean and spacious, showerhead was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarahi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious breakfast, lovely, amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10!!! Convenient, Nice Staff and Clean! I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaDawn

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NICE CLEAN, COMFORTABLE, AND GREAT BREAKFAST!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bulmaro

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and the breakfast was great!! Our room was clean. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value in a very convenient location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was very easy to get to, good location, all in room that was needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gabriella

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Check-in was fast. Room was clean and the bed was comfy. Overall a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was decent hotel for the price. Nice spacious room with a pleasant view of the street. I really liked that it was walkable for me when it came to exploring dinner options in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

great location staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linnea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location to all attractions. Nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quality and service for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy and friendly check in. Good breakfast. Easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice property, very comfortable bed and room, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager very helpful when our heat and phone did not work
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful. Got breakfast was first rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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