Milwaukee, located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, is the largest city in the state of Wisconsin. It is known for its trendy art-influenced neighborhoods, modern architecture, and its historic beer breweries. It also has some exceptional cultural attractions such as the Milwaukee Art Museum, and the sporting Fiserv Forum, and is home to the Harley Davidson Museum.
Milwaukee attracts many visitors to the city, and despite its bustling atmosphere, you can still see this exceptional city on a budget. The city has plenty of options for budget-friendly sightseeing from free museums and attractions to beautiful public parks and of course the shores of Lake Michigan.
If you are looking to visit this vibrant city on a budget, we have hand-picked the three best cheap hotels in Milwaukee, to help you enjoy all the city has to offer.
Read on below to learn more about the three best cheap hotels in Milwaukee.
Recommended budget hotels:
Drury Plaza Hotel Downtown Milwaukee
The Drury Plaza Hotel is located in the heart of the downtown area, popular with visitors due to its proximity to the many cultural attractions of the city. The Milwaukee Public Market, the Pabst Theater, and the Milwaukee Art Museum are all within walking distance, making the hotel the ideal stay for anyone looking to enjoy the excellent local attractions of Milwaukee.
The hotel is set in a historic building known as The First Financial Centre, built in 1928 by Eschweiler & Eschweiler. It features 227 guest rooms and suites that have a clean, and modern design with comfortable furnishings and generous-sized beds.
Each room is equipped with a range of modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs, microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee makers. The hotel offers a complimentary hot breakfast every morning and guests can also enjoy free hot food, snacks, and drinks in the evening at the 5:30 Kickback restaurant.
The Drury Plaza Hotel is also excellently located close to the Wisconsin Center, and the bustling Milwaukee RiverWalk, where visitors can enjoy many bars and restaurants and water-sport activities. With well-priced spacious rooms and excellent facilities, the hotel is the ideal base for anyone looking to explore the interesting city of Milwaukee.
Hotel details
Address:
700 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States of America.
Guest rating:
4.5 out of 5
Price per night:
From $100
Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
The wonderful Hyatt Place Milwaukee is located near the General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee and is the ideal place for guests visiting the city, who need to be close to the airport.
With a variety of excellent amenities and services, the hotel is well equipped for travelers with complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport, free parking, and free wi-fi throughout the hotel.
The hotel features 99 guest rooms and suites, which have an attractive and contemporary design, decorated in relaxing natural hues. Each room is well equipped with a range of modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, coffee makers, and work desks.
High Floor rooms are spacious and include separate living and sleeping areas, perfect for families, and the hotel also includes a range of accessible rooms with roll-in shower facilities.
The hotel has excellent amenities with a 24-hour fitness center and an indoor pool for guests to use during their stay. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast and the hotel’s restaurant serves burgers, salads, and sandwiches and includes a 24/7 Espresso Bar.
As well as being close to the airport, the hotel is also well-located to access downtown Milwaukee and many of the popular tourist attractions of the city.
Hotel details
Address:
200 West Grange Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207, United States of America.
Guest rating:
4.2 out of 5
Price per night:
From $85
SpringHill Suites Milwaukee Downtown
The SpringHill Suites Milwaukee is conveniently located in the center of the downtown area, close to many excellent bars, restaurants, and places to see. The hotel is connected to the Wisconsin Center via a skywalk and is close to the Fiserv Forum, and the Henry W. Maier Festival Park. The trendy Historic Third Ward is located minutes from the hotel and is a vibrant area filled with boutique shops, eclectic cafes, and art galleries.
This well-located hotel features 155 spacious guest rooms and suites with a modern contemporary design and light and airy feel. Each room includes all the modern amenities to be expected, such as flat-screen TVs, microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee makers and guests can also enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast in the hotel restaurant.
The hotel is well equipped with a 24-hour fitness center and a southern-style barbeque restaurant serving a large selection of craft beers, bourbons, and whiskeys, the perfect place for guests to unwind and relax, after a day of sightseeing.
The hotel is excellently located for anyone looking to discover Milwaukee and be close to its many excellent attractions, such as the city’s craft breweries or museums. The SpringHill Suites Milwaukee is the ideal place for an affordable stay in the city.
Hotel details
Address:
744 Vel R Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203, United States of America.
Guest rating:
4.3 out of 5
Price per night:
From $100
About our budget hotel recommendations in Milwaukee
We are a travel research company. Our team helps you discover the best cheap hotels in Milwaukee by researching the internet for you. We have also visited some of these places. Hence, it’s not just our opinion, it’s the opinion of thousands of travelers who have been there before you. We make it easy for you to find out about the best budget hotels in the city.
Kindly note that we only list hotels with an aggregated guest review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5. We aggregate all reviews from different booking sites and other unbiased review websites. Any hotel listed here should have a price of $100 or less per night. Hence, you can be certain all hotels listed above offer you a great and affordable stay in Milwaukee.
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Other money saving tips
Here’s a list of things you can consider to save some money when booking a hotel:
- Choose your location wisely: staying centrally saves costs on transportation, staying in the suburbs is typically cheaper, but you have to spend money on getting to the city center
- Use our hotel price tracker: we track the price of your hotel and tell you when it’s cheaper, so you can save a lot of money
- Travel at off-peak times: travel outside peak season if you can
- Book a refundable room in advance: if you find a great deal book it immediately, you typically get the best rates when booking 3 to 6 weeks in advance
- Keep an eye out for last-minute deals
- Check all booking costs: does is include taxes and other charges?
- Join a hotel loyalty program: most hotel chains offer loyalty programs and discounts these days
- Consider the days of the week: Sunday nights are typically the cheapest nights for hotel stays
- Consider a private room in a hostel: cheaper than a hotel and offers similar amenities
- Split your stay: book the first part of your holiday at a cheap hotel and end your holiday at a more luxurious accommodation
- Bring your own breakfast
Find more tips in our guide about how to save money on hotel bookings. It’s a list of tips about when you should book a hotel, what tools you can use, and other things you can do to find your preferred hotel at an affordable price.
Top 3 budget hotels in Milwaukee
Let’s summarize this affordable travel guide. Based on thousands of guest reviews, these are the best budget hotels in Milwaukee:
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