10 Best Historic Hotels In Wisconsin, USA - Updated 2024

Aparajita
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Located in the Midwestern USA, Wisconsin has a lot to offer to those who love adventure. For instance, Door County is a great area if you want to go fishing or boating. For an adrenaline rush, you can head to USA’s biggest water park, Noah’s Ark. This state will also delight history buffs since it is home to interesting museums. Learn about motorcycles at Harley-Davidson Museum or check out old photos of landscapes at H. H. Bennett Studio. If you want to know more, get a room at Wisconsin’s many historic hotels. Soak in old-world charm while having access to modern amenities. Read on for the best historic hotels in Wisconsin, USA.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) properties with historic significance, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 27, 2024.

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1. The Charmant Hotel, La Crosse (from USD 194)

A 67-room boutique hotel, The Charmant Hotel was originally a candy factory that was built in 1898.

Each room is different from one another, yet all have reclaimed maple wood flooring, loft ceilings, and exposed wood beams. Common amenities include a 48-inch flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a workspace, a safe, and ironing facilities. While the rooms don’t have their own coffee makers, the hotel offers complimentary coffee to all the guests. There are a number of restaurants and bars in the hotel. If you enjoy going on adventures, the hotel has an area for watersports, and they can also get you a booking for wine tours.

Stayed at this property?

The Charmant Hotel

Address: 101 State St.
260.51 km (161.9 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

2. Hotel Northland, Autograph Collection, Green Bay (from USD 252)

Hotel Northland once used to be the biggest hotel in Wisconsin after its opening in 1924. Then, it became an accommodation for football teams playing against the Green Bay Packers. Now, it is a luxurious boutique hotel.

While the hotel has a variety of rooms, they all have particular amenities in common. Every bed in the rooms is covered in luxurious linens, and they’re all equipped with a safe, a coffee maker, a mini-fridge, and a hairdryer. Some rooms have separate living rooms, while others offer visual alarms and notifications for accessibility. The hotel has a ton of other facilities, such as restaurants, meeting rooms, and banquet halls.

Stayed at this property?

Hotel Northland, Autograph Collection

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 304 North Adams Street
163.63 km (101.7 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

3. The Pfister Hotel, Milwaukee (from USD 193)

The Pfister Hotel has been around since 1893. With years of good reputation to maintain, it guarantees that you will have the best experience here.

The rooms in this hotel are equipped with polished wood furnishing and offer access to free Wi-Fi. They also have flat-screen TVs with Netflix and Hulu, safes big enough to fit your laptop and other valuables, and an alarm that is compatible with your iPod. Rooms can either have a view of the city or Lake Michigan. Other facilities available here include a spa where you can relax, a business centre, and restaurants that serve high-quality food that’ll have you coming back for more.

Stayed at this property?

The Pfister Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 424 E Wisconsin Ave
24.26 km (15.1 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

4. Hilton Milwaukee City Center (from USD 116)

First opened in 1927, Hilton Milwaukee City Center is an Art Deco hotel close to many points of interest.

In the hotel, all the rooms have a digital key and free Wi-Fi. They also have a workspace, a flat-screen TV, a radio alarm, black-out curtains, a coffee maker, and ironing facilities. Apart from that, the hotel has its own fitness centre, a business centre, a variety of restaurants, and concierge services. Most of all, if you like to travel with your pets, the hotel has accommodations that are suited for them.

Stayed at this property?

Hilton Milwaukee City Center

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 509 W Wisconsin Ave
23.32 km (14.5 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

5. Hotel Metro, Autograph Collection, Milwaukee (from USD 195)

Situated in a building that has been around since the 1930s, this Art-Deco-inspired hotel offers a wonderful experience.

Each of its rooms offers guests free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with access to cable, and luxury linens. Depending on what you need, the hotel can provide you with either family-friendly or pet-friendly rooms. It also has its own restaurant, a fitness centre, and a business centre. There is even a lounge where guests can rest before heading out for the day.

Stayed at this property?

Hotel Metro, Autograph Collection

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 411 E Mason St
24.24 km (15.1 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace

6. The Knickerbocker on the Lake, Milwaukee (from USD 189)

The Knickerbocker on the Lake first opened in the 1920s. Renovated in the late 1970s and early 1980s, it is under the list of National Register of Historic Places.

Inside this hotel’s rooms, you’ll be living in luxury, with amenities such as complimentary internet, a coffee maker, and a kitchenette with all the tools need for you to prepare meals with ease. Select rooms come with a living room, a full kitchen, a dining room, and a view of the lake.

Stayed at this property?

Knickerbocker on the Lake

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1028 East Juneau Avenue, Yankee Hill, Milwaukee (WI), United States, 53202
24.82 km (15.5 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden Non-smoking rooms

7. The Clarke Hotel, Waukesha (from USD 157)

Located in Historic Downtown Waukesha, The Clarke Hotel brings a unique spin to the concept of a boutique hotel.

Every room in this Neo-classical hotel has been created with sophistication in mind, and its furnishings have been acquired from top designers. They all have an oversized sofa, a flat-screen TV with its own DVD player, and a bathroom that is equipped with Kohler spa showers. Guests also get complimentary breakfast in the mornings. Other than that, the hotel has its own business centre, pub, and banquet halls.

Stayed at this property?

The Clarke Hotel

Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 314 W Main Street
4.94 km (3.1 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

8. Maxwell Mansion, Lake Geneva (from USD 267)

The construction for Maxwell Mansion started back in 1855, under the charge of Dr. Philip Maxwell, a surgeon and a real estate prospector. Since its opening, the place has made its mark in Wisconsin, and it even played host to a few prominent figures.

With tall windows and ornamental wood moldings, the rooms here were designed with your comfort in mind. Holding onto old-world sophistication, the rooms blend the past with the future. While you’ll find antiques here and there, you’ll also have access to foam mattresses, heated floors, and whirlpool tubs. Apart from that, the hotel has three different bars and spacious rooms for private events.

Stayed at this property?

Maxwell Mansion Hotel

Address: 304 South Wells Street, Lake Geneva, Lake Geneva (WI), United States, WI 53147
54.59 km (34.0 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

9. The Edgewater, Madison (from USD 565)

First opened in 1948, The Edgewater is the ultimate accommodation for those visiting Madison. In fact, it had such a good reputation that even celebrities, such as Elvis Presley and Elton John, stayed here.

This hotel offers a variety of rooms You’ll find comfort in its suites, some of which have up to two beds, a sofa bed, an HD TV, a fridge, and a beautiful view of the lake. For more luxurious options, you can always opt for units that come with a separate living room. During your stay, you will have access to The Edgewater Spa and the hotel’s on-site restaurants.

Stayed at this property?

The Edgewater

Wifi Available

Address: 1001 Wisconsin Place
96.39 km (59.9 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

10. Dubbel Dutch, Milwaukee (from USD 268)

Opened in 1898, Dubble Dutch was originally a Renaissance Revival-style property that was abandoned. It was then restored to what it is now. While the old charm of the building still remains, the hotel now has modern amenities to suit the needs of guests today.

When you choose to stay here, you’ll notice that each room has custom-made furniture, its own fireplace, artworks, bathrooms with Kohler tubs for your relaxation, and a living room or grotto. The hotel has its own tavern or bar, as well as rooms for special occasions, such as weddings.

Stayed at this property?

Dubbel Dutch

Address: 817-819 North Marshall Street
24.66 km (15.4 mi) from Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Give the beauty of Wisconsin a chance

Wisconsin has many hidden gems that you’ll only find if you give it a chance. From beautiful sights to adventures of a lifetime, Wisconsin can give you that. For a unique experience in this state, stay in one of its historic hotels.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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