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The Iron Horse Hotel

4.0 star property
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An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, hanging plants, and a stone wall backdrop.
A spacious lounge area with leather sofas, wooden tables, and a large American flag.
A corridor with zebra-patterned flooring, wooden beams, and a glass railing overlooking a lower level.
A modern living room with a city view, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a round coffee table, patterned sofas, and a built-in kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave.
A hotel entrance with a double door, a doormat with a crown symbol, a bench, and a wall with abstract art.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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500 W Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53204
  • Place, Great Lakes Distillery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Baird Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬
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View all photos for Custom Deluxe King

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, two armchairs, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Custom Deluxe King

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Loft Two Queen Beds

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Premium Loft Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Corner Alcove King

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a small table.

Corner Alcove King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a bench.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a large mirror.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A room with a large window, two armchairs, a small round table, and a minibar.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Studio Suite, City View

A modern hotel room with a bed, a round table, two armchairs, a wooden desk, and a brick wall.

Premium Studio Suite, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Custom Deluxe King

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a small table, and a seating area by a window.

Custom Deluxe King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • City view
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a desk, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Corner Alcove King

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, two armchairs, a small table, and a TV.

Corner Alcove King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Iron Horse Hotel

2 restaurants, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, valet parking, and coffee/tea in a common area. Bathrooms are shared.
The Iron Horse Hotel offers 100 accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 48-inch plasma televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at The Iron Horse Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Harley-Davidson Museum. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and a 24-hour gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Branded
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • 8 minutes by foot from Harley-Davidson Museum and a 2-minute drive from Baird Center
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 4000 square feet (360 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, spa services, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly The Iron Horse Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Art Deco Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Branded - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
The Yard - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 44 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 30 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Branded
  • The Yard

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,000 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1907
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch plasma TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from March 1 to April 30:
  • One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 44 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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The Iron Horse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 964 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1272 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel , friendly staff and beds were so comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Boyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Enjoyed the hotel and its amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located and easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near a bunch of good places. Very nice and clean rooms and there was tons of food options and bars connected to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jamey

Beautiful hotel, top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast and Bar great!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun rooms and very helpful and friendly staff. Great location, you can walk to so many fun places to eat and drink!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool hotel with a nice bar and very friendly staff. Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent atmosphere, style and rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amazing and sweet staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Gama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay .. everything was great. The staff was amazing. The bar and food was wonderful. Would go back again and refer to family & friends
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay at an affordable price and well located for easy access to downtown, East side, lakefront, and airport. Highly recommend for your next stay in Milwaukee.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Travon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room very relaxing good vibe to it
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mei Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious room and friendly staff! Would definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place.!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Great people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 Star all around and love being right in the 3rd Ward for Restaurants and Bars - Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Good location. Walked to the public market and shopping, restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room and hotel where extremely well
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility. Clean rooms. Easy access to all areas of Milwaukee
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026