THE PLAZA HOTEL - MILWAUKEE, Milwaukee – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
The Plaza Hotel - Milwaukee - Historic Art Deco aparthotel near Milwaukee Art Museum
This 3-star aparthotel is located in Downtown Milwaukee, a 10-minute walk from the Milwaukee Art Museum and Lake Michigan access. The property features a restaurant, Café Plaza, with 1920s décor and outdoor courtyard dining. Amenities include free WiFi in public areas, self parking, a 24-hour front desk, coin laundry, dry cleaning, and tour/ticket assistance. The hotel is 2 km from Marquette University, 11 km from General Mitchell International Airport, and 2 km from Milwaukee Intermodal Station. The building is a historic Art Deco walk-up structure with no elevator; staff provides luggage assistance.
Additional perks of the hotel
Billiards table
Pet-friendly rooms with $50 fee per animal
On-site coin laundry facilities
Group and event spaces for up to 50 people
Short-term furnished apartment leases available
Apartment Accommodations
The hotel offers apartment-style rooms with fully-equipped kitchens containing refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and kitchenware. All units include flat-screen TVs with cable channels, free WiFi, coffee/tea makers, toasters, and free local calls. Room categories include Classic, Deluxe, and Premier options, with some featuring separate living areas and sleeper sofas. Premier rooms have stainless steel appliances and custom memory foam mattresses. Extended stay rooms include full-size stoves and weekly housekeeping.
Other conveniences
iPod docking stations
Bluetooth alarm clocks with speakers
Private bathrooms with hairdryers and free toiletries
Air conditioning and heating
Sitting areas in certain units
Wardrobes and safe deposit boxes
Keurig coffee makers with coffee pods
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Transportation Options
Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Laundry
Dining
- Restaurant
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
The hotel is super clean and cute with very comfortable beds, but it can get loud at times due to its location near the back door used by apartment tenants. The staff are excellent and very helpful, though there were instances where they were not attentive to our needs. The location is perfect for exploring the area on foot, especially being close to the Art Museum and within walking distance of many attractions. Dining in the courtyard was outstanding, especially the sausage and blueberry muffins, but it may be inconvenient for late risers as breakfast service ends at 10:30 am.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, although spacious and light, were occasionally noisy due to their location near the back door used by apartment tenants. On the positive side, the rooms were ready, well-equipped, and had plenty of storage space. The service was a bit hit or miss, with some staff members not being attentive but others being incredibly friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The location was ideal for exploring the city on foot and visiting popular attractions, although the inability to open windows or curtains was a drawback. The dining options were varied, with a good selection of freshly prepared dishes, but the hotel's dining space did not offer a complete experience. Overall, a decent stay with some ups and downs.
The hotel has some drawbacks like the noisy old-fashioned pressure radiator in the rooms, the small bathroom without a fan, and the proximity to public areas. However, the staff is lovely. On the plus side, the hotel has a great location with convenient parking and easy access to attractions like the Summerfest grounds and the lakefront.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were nice and clean, and the small kitchen was handy for breakfast, but they were extremely outdated and the air in the radiators caused loud noises every two hours. The service was top-notch, with the staff being friendly, accommodating, and a delight to watch preparing breakfast. The location was excellent, near popular restaurants, cultural attractions, and Lake Michigan, but the door keys were a bit slow. The dining options were good, with on-the-spot egg-based dishes but had some challenges like waiting for a table.