Quirky art, cheese, and a ton of fun are just some of the things you can expect when you visit Milwaukee and its surrounding areas. Officially incorporated in 1845, Milwaukee is Wisconsin’s largest city, located on the shores of great Lake Michigan. Three rivers converge here - Menominee, Milwaukee, and Kinnickinnic - and that played a role in the city’s history. With Milwaukee’s German roots, it’s no surprise that the city is filled to the brim with relaxing attractions. Milwaukee Art Museum, where you can view works of Georgia O'Keeffe, will put you in a meditative state. At Old World Third Street Historic District, you can sit back and enjoy a pint of beer as you people-watch. But if you want to have a relaxing vacation, come stay at the top spa resorts near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Continue reading to learn more.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to spa and wellness services. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 30, 2025.
1. The Osthoff Resort, Elkhart Lake (from USD 317)
From Milwaukee, travel 59.8 mi (96.24 km) north to Elkhart Lake and into The Osthoff Resort.
This AAA Four Diamond resort has everything, from lakefront activities to the award-winning Aspira Spa. Choose from a variety of individual treatments and salon services to come out feeling like a brand-new person. If you want a spa-centric stay, The Osthoff Resort has dedicated spa packages you can avail of on certain days.
The Osthoff Resort
Address: 101 Osthoff Avenue
142.17 km (88.4 mi) from Lake Geneva Cruise Line
2. Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Lake Geneva (from USD 274)
At Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, there are 1,300 ac (526.09 ha) of beautiful grounds to explore. The resort includes golf courses, which are recognized as some of the best in Wisconsin.
Furthermore, there’s WELL Spa + Salon, where you can spend the entire day getting restorative treatments and even dine while you’re swaddled in your bathrobe. If that’s not impressive enough, WELL Spa + Salon also carries Lululemon items as well as Beekman 1802 body products.
Grand Geneva Resort and Spa
Address: 7036 Grand Geneva Way
3.38 km (2.1 mi) from Lake Geneva Cruise Line
3. Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan (from USD 145)
Located about 52.7 mi (84.81 km) east of Milwaukee, Lake Lawn Resort has long been a leisure destination. It first opened its doors to guests 140 years ago, allowing people to enjoy 2 mi (3.22 km) of Delavan lakefront. Nowadays, however, their crowning glory is Calladora Spa - it was even voted the best spa in Walworth County.
Lake Lawn Resort’s Calladora Spa is a full-service facility, with locker rooms, steam rooms, and lounge areas located on-site. Some of the services they offer include hydrafacials as well as a long list of salon treatments from head to toe.
Lake Lawn Resort
Address: 2400 East Geneva Street
14.0 km (8.7 mi) from Lake Geneva Cruise Line
4. The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa, Fontana (from USD 189)
The Abbey Resort in Fontana prides itself on being the only full-service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva. The property features 90 ac (36.42 ha) of scenic waterfront grounds, as well as a variety of on-site dining options and recreation. But the on-site Avani Spa will make you a returning lodger here.
Avani Spa is ginormous - 35,000 sq. ft. (3,251.61 sq. m.) in total - with a bevy of relaxing amenities and services. Book a treatment session, take a cooling dip at their private atrium pool, or simply spend hours enjoying one of their outdoor lounge areas. Avani Spa also offers complete salon services, from haircuts to professional makeup.
Abbey Resort and Avani Spa
Address: 269 Fontana Boulevard
12.21 km (7.6 mi) from Lake Geneva Cruise Line
5. Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Lake Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva (from USD 127)
There are plenty of things you can do during your stay at Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Lake Geneva Resort. You can play an exciting round of mini golf, go on long horseback rides along wooded trails, or enjoy a friendly basketball match with your family.
As esteemed guests, you can head over to WELL Spa & Salon near the main lodge to be pampered and decompress. The choice is yours if you want to go for a full-body massage or get glammed by a professional.
Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Lake Geneva Resort by IHG
Address: 7036 Grand Geneva Way
3.39 km (2.2 mi) from Lake Geneva Cruise Line
Return home recharged from Milwaukee
Whether you’re exploring Milwaukee or heading out of the city to stay at nearby spa resorts, your trip will leave you feeling refreshed. Choose any one of the above accommodations and return home recharged.
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