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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan

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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

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 353
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

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
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room (Specialty)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
525 N Jefferson Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

What's nearby

  • Riverside Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Discovery World - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Veteran's Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

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
  • ‪Tupelo Honey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Swingin' Door Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blu Milwaukee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Near Harley-Davidson Museum and Fiserv Forum, 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 smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, 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 daily
  • 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 11:00 AM

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

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 does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG?

As of 13 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG on 21 December 2025 start from $113.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Milwaukee, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Milwaukee Public Market and Lake Michigan. Fiserv Forum and Harley-Davidson Museum 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.

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Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

Great place to stay!

Great hotel in the city!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a very good location close to the Milwaukee Art Museum.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best service we had
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Jim

Liked: Amenities
Great value, location, updated rooms, excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms an d friendly staff with excellent price!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is walking distance to 3rd ward great area for food and drinks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

8/10 Good

Alesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

great location staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly friendly, and the hotel is conveniently located near the Public Market and several great restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Visited Milwaukee for Summerfest and the location was perfect. Breakfast was ok, room was comfortable and staff were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet and convenient to downtown Milwaukee. Ask for high floor facing east or north, better views. The lady who does the breakfast was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Ayanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel in a while I've been to! Good breakfast options, had cookies waiting for us before check in, clean and nice!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025