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Iron Horse Hotel

4.0 of 5
500 West Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
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Iron Horse Hotel
Ranked #1 of 52 hotels in Milwaukee
4.5 of 5 stars 520 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Top notch(18)
  • Harley Davidson museum(14)
  • Very nice(10)
  • Next time(8)
  • Brick wall(8)
  • Bar area(8)
  • Really cool(6)
  • Would highly recommend(6)
  • Friendly and helpful(6)
  • Outdoor patio(6)
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Redwood City, California
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

What is better than being welcomed with a complementry cocktail upon check in? We went to Milwaukee to see the SF Giants play the Brewers but also to check out the local scene. The hotel is not in the middle of town which in my opinion is great as there is less hustle and bustle. If you are into Harley's... More

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Chicago
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012

What a lovely hotel! My fiancé and I spent a getaway Saturday evening and we loved it, from the welcome cocktail to dinner at the bar while watching a game with other guests to brunch on Sunday. Comfortable beds too, we slept very well! Can't wait to come back.

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James Valona, Director of Guest Experience at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
May 24, 2012

Thank you so much for the review. I am happy to hear that you had a great time duri g your getaway. We will be ready and wiring next time you come to visit us! More

Rockford, Michigan
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012

This is now my favorite hotel. That honor used to belong to the Hotel Sax in Chicago but the Iron Horse is now tops on my list of coolest places to stay. The service was impeccable, the facilities excellent and my room was luxurious. Room service - yummy and of course the beer selection was mind blowing. Stay here if... More

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James Valona, Director of Guest Experience at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
May 24, 2012

It is such a compliment to hear that we are your new favorite hotel! We hope to become the hotel of choice for all of our guests. Thank you so much and we will see you again! More

Waterloo, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012

Every year we go to an American City to see a Baseball game. This year it was Milwaukee. Based on Trip Advisor recommendations we stayed at the Iron Horse. It was excellent. Every thing from the service, attention to details, lovely meal at the Smythe and overall atmosphere. A great restaurant in the area called Zaks. Went for breakfast and... More

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James Valona, Director of Guest Experience at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
May 24, 2012

I hope you had a just a great of a time at Miller Park as you did with us and I am happy o hear you had a chance to visit Zak's. We have a great little community in the 5th Ward and we like to see our guests enjoy it. Thank you for the review and we would love... More

Wisconsin
Senior Contributor
36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

I cannot say enough how much I love the Iron Horse hotel! I was introduced to it by friends when we met at the bar there one night. The atmosphere was perfect. It felt up scale, yet in a casual way. I can't really explain the bar, but the photos online can probably give you a better picture. The bartenders... More

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James Valona, Director of Guest Experience at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
May 24, 2012

I can not thank you enough for such a wonderful review. You have touched on so many different aspects and to hear that we left such a great impression means so much to all of us. Next time you come to stay with us I hope you will have the opportunity to try our menu. I promise the Route 66... More

chicago, IL
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

My husband and I were traveling to Milwaukee for only one night. We travel here a few times a year. We have stayed at several other hotels in town and had a nice experience, but nothing like our wonderful stay at the Iron Horse Hotel. We were traveling with our two dogs, and the staff treated them like VIP's, it... More

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Oxford, Connecticut, United States
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Great hotel, they go out of their way to make their guests have the best experience possible. The rooms are great, and the atmosphere is fantastic! They sell tee shirts and was going to buy one, all the workers had long sleeves,but they don't sell those. I spoke with an employee who went out of his way to get a... More

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Management response:
May 19, 2012

I was around when you bought the long sleeve t-shirt and I remember how happy you were when you got it. Make sure you wear it next time you come to see us! More

Rockford, Illinois, United States
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Great hotel will history and character. Great breakfast and dog friendly. I would lhave lik to see better direction at front desk regarding valet and parking. Room was large but not cold. One item was that the water presure was very weak. Great Bedding and towels to enjoy your long showers in that great bathroom.

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Management response:
May 19, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to post a review. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your room but I also wanted to apologize for any confusion regarding parking. We do offer unlimited in and out valet parking. The other option would to be street parking in which case our valets provide information on contacting the city to... More

Chippewa Falls
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

The hotel and room was beautiful and comfortable. Nice walk to the 3rd ward district. Loved the shower!

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Management response:
May 19, 2012

Thank you o much for he review. The 3rd Ward is very close to us and we send so many people that way for all the great restaurants and clothing boutiques. We hope to have you with us again soon! More

Nairobi
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This is the kind of hotel that could rightfully have an attitude... and it does! It's an attitude of genuine hospitality and graciousness that is not easily found at an establishment of this caliber. Post-industrial elegance tempered by a sense of whimsy result in a quality experience that one could never find in a high-end chain hotel. I have stayed... More

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Management response:
May 19, 2012

Thank you so much for coming to stay with us time and time again. We want everyone to feel at ease and as if they were among friends when they come to see us so you will never come across a pretentious attitude from any of our staff. Thank you again and we will see you on your next trip! More

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Address: 500 West Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
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