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Iron Horse Hotel – reviews, photos

4.0 of 5
500 West Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
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4.5 of 5 stars 520 Reviews
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What travellers 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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Chicago, Illinois
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Visited Branded Bar”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012
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I am now dying to stay at the Iron Horse Hotel after eating dinner and spending a Friday night at Branded, the bar inside the Iron Horse Hotel. The historic warehouse feel is perfectly complimented by cool antiques and furnishings, but the hotel is clearly hip, chic and modern. I hear each room is unique and their coat hooks can hold up to 200 lbs of wet leather (for the upscale biker crowd)

At Branded, recommend the DLT (Duck, Lettuce, and Tomato) and their Parmesan truffle chips.

Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
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James Valona, Front Office Manager at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
16 February 2012
Thank you for your wonderful comments on our bar Branded. I will make sure that the staff hears your praises and I look forward to your stay with us!
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Madison, Wisconsin
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“One of the Best Hotels I've Ever Experienced”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012
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Amazing service, amazing rooms, amazing structure and experience. This property embraces its history and heritage and that of the city. Murals are paint painted in the rooms, historical photos are captioned to provide context to the local stories and the lobby is filled with Harley and other Milwaukee memorabilia. While celebrating the history of the property and the city, the hotel doesn't hold back in the least in providing amazing luxury and amenities. Soft towels, bathrobes and linens help to create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort. I would stay here again anytime in a heartbeat.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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James Valona, Front Office Manager at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
16 February 2012
Thank you so much for this great review. To hear that we left such a great impression on you. To hear that we are one of the best hotels you have experienced is amazing! Thank you so much and we hope to see you again.
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Eau Claire, Wisconsin
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Great little hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012
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After trying several other hotels and motels in the Milwaukee area, we found that this is just the most fun hotel in the area! The lobby, bar and restaurant areas are cozy and friendly. The staff are excellent, and the rooms are interesting and out of the ordinary. Great mini-bar in the room, and interesting artwork in the form of a huge wall mural.

My only complaint is that the bathrooms put design above function. The "rain shower" is really unpleasant to use, and the shallow sinks in the bathroom look cool and modern, but splash water all over when you try to use them.

But, everything else about the hotel is so great, we keep coming back in spite of the bathroom issues.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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James Valona, Front Office Manager at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
16 February 2012
I love hearing that people have fun when they are with us. We want our guests and our staff to have a great time when they are here. I wish that our bathrooms were more your style but am happy to hear that even though they are not you still come stay with us. Thank you again for the review.
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“If I could give the Iron Horse ten stars, I would!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012 via mobile

My husband and I stayed at the Iron Horse in March 2011 and again this week. Upon our arrival this time, our room had been given to someone, so they upgraded us to the best room in the house. Not only is this room the one featured in all their advertisements, but it's also where we spent our first night as newlyweds one year ago.

Supreme rooms, service, food and drink make the Iron Horse our favorite hotel hands down! We will come back here time and time again, because in all the traveling we've done, nationally and abroad, this is the best hotel you will find.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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James Valona, Front Office Manager at Iron Horse Hotel, responded to this review
16 February 2012
Thank you so much for the great review. I am so happy to hear that you had a great experience your 2nd stay with us. I hope that this past time was just as special as when you were newly weds. Thank you again!
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Eau Claire, Wisconsin
1 review
“Spectacular in Every Way”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

I have not stayed at a nicer hotel in the world! We booked this for $55 on Priceline and still received amazing service and overall experience.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 500 West Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Price range (per night):* INR12,706 - 17,499

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