The Iron Horse Hotel  

In Milwaukee’s Fifth Ward, minutes from the city center and within easy walking distance of local distilleries, creameries, museums and the arena. This 4-star Art Deco boutique hotel is pet-friendly and a solid pick for downtown stays.

Retro-meets-modern Art Deco styling across public spaces and a cozy library sets the tone. There are 100 air-conditioned rooms with pillowtop beds dressed in Egyptian cotton, refrigerators or minibars, 48-inch plasma TVs, private baths with designer toiletries and bathrobes.

Onsite spa services and massages, a full spa menu with body treatments and facials, plus a 24-hour fitness center. Grab a coffee at the cafe, unwind at the bar/lounge, use concierge services, and enjoy complimentary wired and wireless internet. Limited onsite parking is available, with RV/bus/truck parking options too.

A 24-hour business center, a computer station and complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet. Event-ready with roughly 4,000 sq ft of conference and meeting space, plus meeting rooms and limo/town-car service.

Three on-property restaurants including an American-fare option, a coffee shop/cafe and a lively bar/lounge. Room service is available during limited hours and full weekend breakfasts are served for a fee, with menus that nod to regional flavors.