Hilton Milwaukee City Center

509 W Wisconsin Ave | Milwaukee, WI 53203-2001  [SEE MAP]Milwaukee, WI  [SEE ADDRESS]
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Overview

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The Hilton Milwaukee City Center has a knack for making a great first impression. A member of the Historic Hotels of America, this Hilton outpost impresses guests with its stunning, classic interiors. Marble columns, cascading crystal chandeliers and art deco artwork have remained well-maintained since the hotel first opened its doors in the late 1920s. Accommodations contrast, offering up more subdued furnishings like Hilton Serenity Beds, flat-screen TVs and coffee makers. Guests also have the option of perusing the four on-site dining options, which travelers applaud for the overall excellent quality of food. The Milwaukee Chophouse is a traditional steakhouse, Miller Time Pub & Grill is a great place to catch a game, or happy hour, Edison's Brew serves Starbucks coffee and the Monarch Lounge offers up Mediterranean bites, American classics and live jazz in the evening. You can find this property in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, adjacent to The Shops of Grand Avenue and the Wisconsin Center, the latter of which is connected directly via bridge. And because this hotel is a member of the Hilton family, this property accepts and rewards points to Hilton Honors loyalty club members.
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Location
Milwaukee, WI
Hotel Class
4.0-star
Property Type
Hotel, 729 rooms
Primary View
City center
Style
Traditional, Modern, Historic
Best For
Business travelers, Couples, Groups, Families, Solo travelers

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Guest Reviews
Guest Rooms
Location & Parking
Dining
Kids
Fitness
Business
Pets
Wedding

Scorecard

  • 4.0Hotel Class
  • GOODCritic Rating

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 2449 reviews Based on 2449 reviews
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Critic Reviews

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This hotel has a breathtaking, marble-accented lobby, with crystal chandeliers and grand columns. All rooms are equipped with large workstations and luxurious linen-draped beds with chic headboards.

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Kids can splash and slide year-round in the hotel's indoor water park, open on weekends. The brick hotel, adjacent to Milwaukee's convention center, was built in 1929 and its lobby is quite elegant.

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Guest Reviews

A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by TripAdvisor. A total of 2449 have reviewed the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, giving it a rating of 4, on a scale of 1-5.

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TripAdvisor Travel Rating: TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 2449 reviews 4.0 (based on 2449 reviews)
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Guest Rooms

Rooms at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center feature modern furnishings and amenities (think: flat-screen TVs and MP3-compatible radios), plus traditional details like tufted headboards and beige draperies. Although some rooms have been updated more than others, each is outfitted with one of the brand’s signature Serenity beds, a desk, a coffee maker and Peter Thomas Roth toiletries.
  • Minifridges available for a one-time fee of $35
  • In-room Wi-Fi costs $9.95 per day; free for Hilton Honors members
  • Premium channels
  • Workspace/desk
  • Minifridge
  • Bathrobes/slippers
  • Minibar
  • Shower/tub combo
  • Separate shower
  • Separate tub
  • Internet
  • Wireless internet
  • Free internet
  • Fee for internet usage
  • Guest rooms with patios and balconies
  • Adjoining rooms available
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Location & Parking

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The Hilton Milwaukee City Center is conveniently situated by various shops and restaurants, as well as attractions like the Harley-Davidson Museum and the Milwaukee Public Museum. The scenic Milwaukee Bay (which has jogging paths, parks and a marina) is just a mile east of the hotel. The property is connected to the Wisconsin Center and is just blocks away from the Marquette University campus, making it a top choice for meetings and conferences.
  • General Mitchell International Airport is approximately 9 miles south
  • Parking is available at a garage with in and out privileges
  • 24-hour valet parking
  • 24-hour self-parking ($25)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Car service

Within walking distance of:

  • Bus stop
  • Restaurants
  • Movie theater
  • Train station
  • Beach
  • Theater
  • Subway/metro stop
  • Grocery store
  • Shopping
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Dining

The Hilton Milwaukee City Center has four full-service restaurants, as well as a Starbucks for grab-and-go items. Guests can start their day at The Café, a breakfast-only restaurant open daily at 6:30 a.m. Lunch and happy hour can be enjoyed at the Miller Time Pub & Grill. And for dinner, dine in style at the Milwaukee Chophouse, a modern take on a traditional Midwest steakhouse. There's also the Monarch Lounge for small plates, cocktails and live jazz music.
  • Room service offered every day from 6 a.m. to midnight
  • Monarch Lounge has an interactive media work area with iPads, touch-screen computers, magazines and a printer

Number of restaurants: 4

Cuisine Types: American

  • Fine dining
  • Casual dining
  • Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • 24-hour room service
  • free breakfast
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Kids

While staying at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, families have access to cribs, high chairs and childrens menus at several on-site restaurants. Packages that include accommodations and tickets to select local attractions are also offered.
  • Rollaway beds can be provided for $35 per stay
  • Kids Club
  • Free Kids Club
  • Fee for Kids Club
  • Cribs
  • High Chairs
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Fitness

A fitness center with strength-training equipment, exercise balls, free weights and cardio machines is available at this Hilton outpost. Additionally, several parks, jogging paths and tennis courts are located nearby for outdoor recreation.
  • Cardio machines have personal TVs
  • Weight equipment
  • Cardio equipment
  • Yoga mats
  • Free fitness classes
  • Premium fitness classes (with fee)
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Business

The Hilton Milwaukee City Center has many amenities and services that make this a superb choice for business travelers. In addition to being connected to the Wisconsin Center via an indoor walkway, the hotel provides a 24-hour business center, complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas and more than 33,000 square feet of meeting space. Guests can choose from 16 meeting rooms, including three ballrooms and a 10-person boardroom.
  • Meeting spaces have projection screens, LCD projectors, podiums, wireless microphone systems and teleconferencing technology
  • Catering and audiovisual specialists available on-site to help coordinate events
  • Largest venue can accommodate up to 1,200 attendees

Number of meeting rooms: 16

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Meeting and event planners available
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Pets

Cats and dogs are welcome to stay at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center. No pet supplies are provided, but a list of nearby pet-friendly services, including restaurants, dog parks, pet stores and veterinarians, is available upon request.
  • Pets cannot exceed 75 pounds
  • One-time fee of $50 applies
  • Pets allowed (with fee)
  • Dog walking
  • Pet-sitting
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Wedding

Originally built in the 1920s, the Hilton Milwaukee City Center offers an elegant, historical setting for weddings big and small. The property has three ballrooms, including the Crystal Ballroom, which features 22-foot ceilings with crystal chandeliers, velvet curtains and seating for up to 600 people. It can also accommodate up to 1,200 guests for a standing reception. A charming lawn can accommodate smaller groups – perfect for intimate ceremonies and cocktail parties.
  • Wedding packages include hors d’oeuvres, three-course reception dinners and Champagne toasts
  • Octagonal gazebo available on lawn

Maximum wedding guest capacity: 1200

  • Hotel hosts weddings
  • Outdoor space for weddings
  • Wedding planners available
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