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The Iron Horse Hotel

4.0 star property
Lakeside luxury awaits with fine dining restaurants, rejuvenating spa treatments, and staff who go above and beyond to ensure a memorable stay

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The Iron Horse Hotel near Lake Michigan offers three American cuisine restaurants. Guests can book deep-tissue massages, enjoy coffee shop treats with in-room WiFi, and benefit from luggage storage and dry cleaning. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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About the neighborhood

Located in Fifth Ward, a neighborhood in Milwaukee, The Iron Horse Hotel is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and popular attractions include Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Milwaukee County Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fiserv Forum or American Family Field. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Milwaukee travel guide
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500 W Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53204

What's nearby

  • Harley-Davidson Museum
    Harley-Davidson Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marquette University
    Marquette University
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Great Lakes Distillery
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Milwaukee Brewing Co.
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Catrina Café Mke
    4 min walk
  • Fixture Pizza Pub
    8 min walk
  • O'Lydias
    6 min walk
  • Gyro Palace
    7 min walk
  • Toast
    6 min walk

About this property

The Iron Horse Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near Harley-Davidson Museum
Close to Baird Center and Potawatomi Bingo Casino, The Iron Horse Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage or other spa services. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, light fare, and American cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 100 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Shared bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 48-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 44 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 30 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Ash
  • Branded
  • The Yard

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1907
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch plasma TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from March 1 to April 30:
  • One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 44 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Iron Horse Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 44 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Iron Horse Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Iron Horse Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Iron Horse Hotel located?

Located in Fifth Ward, this boutique hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Great Lakes Distillery and Harley-Davidson Museum. Lake Michigan and Marquette University are also within 1 mi (2 km). Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop is 22 minutes by foot and Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop is 24 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

The Iron Horse Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 803 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1067 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always very attentive and cordial.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool atmosphere in this hotel. Staff is wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and helpful, food was delicious and the room was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Iron Horse. The location is convenient, rooms are cool, and they have onsite food and drink options. Trendy atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very friendly staff The beds are so comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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Big clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful. The lobby was very inviting and interesting. The room itself was gorgeous. I love the high ceilings and rustic look with all the exposed wood. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom super clean and inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

All the staff were so kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, great customer service and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Magdalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best decor, very clean, staff were wonderful, and VERY pet friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice community seating areas . Fun pool table at the bar. All night valet. Clean comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ALANA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ambiance! Loved the view from our room too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Milwaukee. Bar staff is excellent and bar food choices great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
loved the atmosphere. bartender was great. baker guy was friendly. i’d def stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ROSEMARY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room ready early. Everything clean and well-kept. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

GINA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay Rooms are clean and spacious Staff at front desk and valet very pleasant Bar and staff were great too Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great vibe, super cool hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great. Great staff, great room. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, efficient. Comfortable room and nice amenities. Bar in lobby had a good selection of drinks and hospitable bartenders. Valet was quick, staff was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, great bar and food. If you like unique, brick wood and leather, and dim lighting, you’ll love this place. Had a really cool vibe to it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very nice. Staff was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large spotless rooms with a rainfall shower that was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great decor and comfy bed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Valet parking was included with our booking, so nice! Friendly front desk staff and great drinks at bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025