Appleton, WI

Travel Guide

Appleton
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Photo by Frank Livermore
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Where to stay in Appleton

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College Avenue Historic District

Travelers come to College Avenue Historic District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Building for Kids Children's Museum and Trout Museum of Art while you're in town.

College Avenue Historic District
AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown

AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown

2.5 out of 5
3033 W College Avenue Appleton WI
The price is AED 261 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
AED 261
AED 302 total
19 Jan - 20 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Appleton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Staff was very helpful. Had issues with the TV night desk clerk came to help us and got it working! Salt water pool was awesome. Room was nice beds were comfy! The Mad Apple had great food and service!! Happy with our stay will go back.

Reviewed on 17 December 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown
Hilton Appleton Paper Valley

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley

3.5 out of 5
333 W College Ave Appleton WI
The price is AED 328 per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
AED 328
AED 379 total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Appleton. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Nice rooms for the price

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley
DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton

DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton

4 out of 5
150 S Nicolet Road Appleton WI
The price is AED 328 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
AED 328
AED 379 total
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Appleton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,384 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 December 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
EAA AirVenture 2026!  BUSINESS trips...room to land a HELICOPTER!!!

EAA AirVenture 2026! BUSINESS trips...room to land a HELICOPTER!!!

2 out of 5
Appleton WI
Stay at this vacation home in Appleton. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve ...
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SevenTwenty: Hot Tub Under the Stars - Appleton’s Cozy Hideaway

SevenTwenty: Hot Tub Under the Stars - Appleton’s Cozy Hideaway

Appleton WI
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Appleton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hearthstone Historic House ...
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
My family had the most amazing time staying at seven twenty! Laurel and Alex are wonderful! They are very responsive and accommodating! Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 29 November 2025

SevenTwenty: Hot Tub Under the Stars - Appleton’s Cozy Hideaway
Appleton Abode Near Lake Winnebago & Downtown

Appleton Abode Near Lake Winnebago & Downtown

3 out of 5
730 W Oklahoma St Appleton WI
Stay at this cottage in Appleton. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fox Cities Performing Arts Center and Building for Kids Children's ...
Appleton Abode Near Lake Winnebago & Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Appleton

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
346
5 - Excellent 40%
4 - Good
414
4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
96
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
9
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I used to lived in Appleton 2 different times years ago for a number of years. It is a city I love and miss. It was wonderful to visit!

5/5 - Excellent

Guest

We visit Appleton frequently because our son attends Lawrence University. It is a nice community, and we enjoy our time there.

5/5 - Excellent

Lealey

I love Appleton. Everything is close by for shopping and dining with so many choices!!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Plenty of places to eat and drink!!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Seems like a nice quiet town with a lot of history.

5/5 - Excellent

Kim

Very nice city for shopping options