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The Iron Horse Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 3 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness center

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Hallway
Lobby lounge
3 restaurants, lunch, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
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
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Corner Alcove King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Studio Suite, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premium Studio Suite, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Custom Deluxe King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Custom Deluxe King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Fifth Ward, a neighborhood in Milwaukee, The Iron Horse Hotel is near a train station. Harley-Davidson Museum and The Rave-Eagles Club are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Wisconsin State Fair 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.
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500 W Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53204

What's nearby

  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marquette University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Baird Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Fiserv Forum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Potawatomi Bingo Casino - 3 min drive - 1.4 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

  • ‪Zocalo Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Purple Door Ice Cream - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vendetta Coffee Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Anodyne Coffee-Bruce - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Iron Horse Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near Harley-Davidson Museum
Consider a stay at The Iron Horse Hotel and take advantage of 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 porter/bellhop
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, 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

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 parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend 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: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

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

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

Hotel Iron Horse
Iron Horse
Iron Horse Hotel
Iron Horse Hotel Milwaukee
Iron Horse Milwaukee
Iron Hotel
Iron Horse Milwaukee
The Iron Horse Hotel Hotel
The Iron Horse Hotel Milwaukee
The Iron Horse Hotel Hotel Milwaukee

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 at The Iron Horse Hotel?

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: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

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

Check-out is at noon. 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.

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The Iron Horse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 766 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1011 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kutluhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, such history, very unique, loved staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel and very dog friendly and a great vibe all around ! Look at this place online !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful artistic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property - both restaurants are
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Always great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rochelle

Liked: Amenities
Great location and fun atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Picked for location (near the Harley Davidson Museum) we were blown away by this little gem!! Rustic motorcycle themed and overflowing with charm! Food and service are excellent, a joy to stay and a wonder to explore in it self
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely and hotel in Milwaukee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SeeEun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was convenient and comfortable for 3 nights stay. Felt carpet smell in the room but overall was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool decor and rooms. Lack of multiple restaurants because they were closed was disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel and area in every way.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe, walking distance to multiple spots - public market, BMO pavilion, HD museum. Great staff. Clean. All around recommend...we were only supposed to stay one night and decided to stay another.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just outside the third ward but a beautiful hotel steeped in history.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very nice and spacious; would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily the nicest hotel I’ve ever stayed at, fantastic service. I will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel … Harley’s in the lobby! Designated & covered bike parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to many shops and attractions. Staff was amazing! Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It smells so good as soon as you walk in the door. The desk staff were polite and gave us information about the surrounding area that helped fill our 2 night stay. I love the rustic/industrial feel of the property. We felt safe as we walked to the neighborhood bars and food trucks. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We reserved a king but they were out so got two queens
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the unique character of this hotel and the room. It was convenient to downtown and bars and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place but the rooms did not drown out any noise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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