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Hilton Milwaukee City Center

3.5 of 5
509 W Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Hilton Milwaukee City Center
Ranked #22 of 52 hotels in Milwaukee
3.5 of 5 stars 437 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Water park(17)
  • Very nice(13)
  • Great location(8)
  • Rooms are clean(5)
  • Miller time Pub(5)
  • Would definitely stay(5)
  • Parking garage(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Front desk staff(4)
  • Not sure(4)
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Dayton, Ohio
Senior Contributor
40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Booked a room through Priceline for $49. A nice older hotel in the city center that has been completely refurbished. My room was modern and I had no complaints other than it took me 10 minutes to find the hair dryer. Instead of putting it in a bag and hanging off the rear of the bathroom door (or in a... More

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Davenport, Iowa
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

It was OK - and just that. Rooms are VERY old and narrow/small. Bathroom door doesn't open all the way becasue of a bad design, bumps into shower. No complaints about cleanliness or location. We got it cheap and it was what it was. I will say this - you will pay for EVERYTHING. Don't advertise a water park if... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Dear Mike S - Thank you very much for choosing to be our guest on your recent visit! Being a historic 1928 hotel we do offer many different room layouts that feature different sizes of rooms, bathrooms, views of the city etc. Next time you are our guest please let me know and I will ensure you have a large... More

Salt Lake City, Utah
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

I love old hotels that maintain their charm and that feel of permanence and history. This Hilton exudes that old world feel. The rooms were fairly well maintained but TINY! Very European. I was disappointed that my HHonors status made no difference in room assignment or amenities (I was there with a group) even though I had called ahead and... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Dear Lover_of_Oxford - Thank you very much for choosing to be our guest! On any future visits please request a room in our West Wing, a 2001 addition that features larger rooms, bathrooms and wired internet access! Our Hilton Honors lounge serves breakfast 7 days a week to our Gold and Diamond guests and is open for evening service Monday-Thursday.... More

Madison, WI
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

We stayed at the Mileaukee Hilton this spring with our three kids. Everytime I called the front desk before our arrival, they were pleasant and accommodating. Check in was quick and the rooms were very nice. Good quality food at the restaurants. We spend some time at the water park and our kids loved it - both our six year... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Dear Scoutwise - Thank you for sharing your experience at Hilton Milwaukee! I am glad to hear that your 3 and 6 year old loved the Waterpark! Being a downtown location we do cater to the younger children 10 and under and it sounds like your children would agree! We are looking forward to your return visit! Best Jacob Ruck... More

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Had a great night's sleep! The room was big - I like drinking out of real glasses instead of the plastic ones in the wrappers! I enjoyed the Old World ambiance as well. More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Dear Happyirishlass - We couldn’t agree more! Thank you for the comments and we are looking forward to your return already! Perhaps for this year’s IrishFest! Best Jacob Ruck Manager at the Hilton Milwaukee jacobruck@hiltonmilwaukee.com 414.390.8390 More

Chicago
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

I love this vintage grand hotel compared with the free breakfast $10 parking Doubletree option across the street. But..... I had a few issues. Parking $24 a night. Internet NOT FREE. The area outside my room seemed to be the 24 / 7 staging area for dirty laundry , dirty dishes and the litter on carpet in hall stayed the... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear m_b_00000 - Thank you very much for being our guest, and for the great review of the Hilton Milwaukee. I am very sorry to hear of the items left in the hallway outside your guest room, thank you for bringing that to our attention! Also thank you for alerting the hotel regarding the lack of information regarding our parking... More

West Lafayette, Indiana
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Our trip to Milwaukee was wonderful and we loved staying at the Hilton. It is convenient to everything!!! Paul the bellman went above and beyond to assist us with our needs. Mitsita served us breakfast each morning with a smile -in the Hilton Honors lounge and Marques worked in the evenings in the HH Lounge - showing great customer service.... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear monica2574 - Thank you very much for the compliments for our associates Paul, Marques and Milicia! We love to see that our team was part of the memories you created at the Hilton Milwaukee. We look forward to your return soon! Best, Jacob Ruck Manager at the Hilton Milwaukee jacobruck@hiltonmilwaukee.com 414.390.8390 More

Appleton, Wisconsin
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

I am not a hotel snob but certianly was let down by my recent stay. I stayed at the Hilton City Center for a work conference. They have a pub for gold members... nice addition unless the food had fruit flies swarming it...Gross! The front desk employees were rude to say the least. Oh and they have a pool if... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear Aaron T - Thank you very much for the comments regarding your time as our guest. I look forward to speaking with you directly about your time at the Hilton Milwaukee and to have the chance to welcome you back! Best, Jacob Ruck Manager at the Hilton Milwaukee jacobruck@hiltonmilwaukee.com 414.390.8390 More

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Anderson, Indiana
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Hilton is always my choice to stay as I'm an HHonors member. I booked with third party website and was glad they picked this hotel! First time to stay here and was very impressed. From the hotel lobby to the rooms, everything seemed top-notch. I can see where some reviews migh not like the size of the rooms or some... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear Bondtk, Thank you very much for choosing to be our guest and for sharing the fantastic experience you had as our guest! It was our pleasure to welcome you as our guest, we are looking forward to your next visit to our historic hotel! Jacob Ruck jacobruck@hiltonmilwaukee.com 414.390.8390 More

State College, PA
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
127 helpful votes 127 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

I was here for a conference last week for three nights and noticed a remarkable variation the attitudes of guests towards the hotel. Some loved it. They raved about their lake views, and complimented the "faded elegance" of the property. Others were distinctly unimpressed with the dark interior spaces and bank-lobby decorations. As for myself, the moment I walked into... More

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HiltonMilwaukee, Manager at Hilton Milwaukee City Center, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear PSU_travel_mom, Thank you very much for choosing to be our guest at the Hilton Milwaukee for your recent conference! I am very sorry to hear of the issues you faced in your guest room. I look forward to speaking with you further about your time as our guest and your time in our restaurants! Best, Jacob Ruck jacobruck@hiltonmilwaukee.com 414.390.8390 More

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Address: 509 W Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
Price range (per night):* RM374 - 628

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