Opened in 1918 as a dormitory for the Kohler company’s immigrant employees, The American Club is a luxury hotel that's part of the Destination Kohler development, with access to a full-service spa, health club with tennis courts, a seasonal lakeside beach, pools, hot tubs, and plenty of other activities. Elegant rooms and suites include Old World details, and high-end Kohler bathroom fixtures; some have fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. From an Irish-style barn to an 88-seat theater, there are numerous grand meeting spaces on-site plus excellent on-site dining that includes a farm-to-table restaurant. The hotel's classical romance appeals to couples looking for a weekend away, though it's popular for groups attending events as well.
Opened in 1918 as a dormitory for the Kohler company’s immigrant employees, The American Club is a luxury hotel that's part of the Destination Kohler development, with access to a full-service spa, health club with tennis courts, a seasonal lakeside beach, pools, hot tubs, and plenty of other activities. Elegant rooms and suites include Old World details, and high-end Kohler bathroom fixtures; some have fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. From an Irish-style barn to an 88-seat theater, there are numerous grand meeting spaces on-site plus excellent on-site dining that includes a farm-to-table restaurant. The hotel's classical romance appeals to couples looking for a weekend away, though it's popular for groups attending events as well.
Overlooking the Long Island Sound, the 32-room Madison Beach Hotel is an upscale New England-style property on a quiet private stretch of sand. Movies and live music are offered on the beach -- when weather permits. This waterfront property has a ballroom that's popular for weddings, and the bustling restaurant and bar attract locals. The full-service spa is classically designed with a gym and beach yoga classes. Elegant rooms have sleigh beds and views of the water; some have electric fireplaces and private balconies facing the Sound. Unobstructed water views make this hotel one of the best upscale choices, but on-site events can sometimes be noisy, especially considering the thin room walls.
Overlooking the Long Island Sound, the 32-room Madison Beach Hotel is an upscale New England-style property on a quiet private stretch of sand. Movies and live music are offered on the beach -- when weather permits. This waterfront property has a ballroom that's popular for weddings, and the bustling restaurant and bar attract locals. The full-service spa is classically designed with a gym and beach yoga classes. Elegant rooms have sleigh beds and views of the water; some have electric fireplaces and private balconies facing the Sound. Unobstructed water views make this hotel one of the best upscale choices, but on-site events can sometimes be noisy, especially considering the thin room walls.
The Baymont Inn & Suites Wisconsin Dells is a budget hotel right off the freeway just outside of the downtown area. Its rooms come in several configurations to suit couples, families, or larger groups, and most suites have whirlpool tubs. In the land of water parks, the small outdoor pool here is forgettable, but there's also a heated indoor pool with a sauna. Continental breakfast is included and children under 17 stay for free. The Polynesian Resort Hotel next door has its own small indoor water park, but it's also worth comparing rates at the All Star Value Inn on the other side of town.
The Baymont Inn & Suites Wisconsin Dells is a budget hotel right off the freeway just outside of the downtown area. Its rooms come in several configurations to suit couples, families, or larger groups, and most suites have whirlpool tubs. In the land of water parks, the small outdoor pool here is forgettable, but there's also a heated indoor pool with a sauna. Continental breakfast is included and children under 17 stay for free. The Polynesian Resort Hotel next door has its own small indoor water park, but it's also worth comparing rates at the All Star Value Inn on the other side of town.
Ambers Hideaway is a 42-room, two-floor motel on the main drag of Wisconsin Dells. It's close to water parks and other attractions in the downtown area, and the grounds are surprisingly quieter than expected (minus the noise from guests.) The property is clean, family-owned, and not fancy, instead it is rather simple and functional with a few add-ons. Tickets to Chula Vista Water Park are included with the stay, and there are an indoor hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Free (spotty) Wi-Fi is also available. Rooms are neither modern nor glamorous, but are functional with generic decor, making it a budget-friendly choice. Try comparing rates at nearby Aloha Beach Resort & Suites for access to Lake Delton and free tickets to Noah's Ark water park.
Ambers Hideaway is a 42-room, two-floor motel on the main drag of Wisconsin Dells. It's close to water parks and other attractions in the downtown area, and the grounds are surprisingly quieter than expected (minus the noise from guests.) The property is clean, family-owned, and not fancy, instead it is rather simple and functional with a few add-ons. Tickets to Chula Vista Water Park are included with the stay, and there are an indoor hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Free (spotty) Wi-Fi is also available. Rooms are neither modern nor glamorous, but are functional with generic decor, making it a budget-friendly choice. Try comparing rates at nearby Aloha Beach Resort & Suites for access to Lake Delton and free tickets to Noah's Ark water park.
The mid-range Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown opened in fall 2013 with everything travelers love about the Hampton chain, as well as a convenient location in the heart of downtown Madison. Its 194 rooms are clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated. Some suites have whirlpool tubs and separate walk-in showers. The lobby/breakfast area is large and inviting, with a gas fireplace and lots of nooks to relax. The fitness center is spacious, and the free hot breakfast buffet is excellent. But the indoor pool is rather small, and parking is not free. Rates are competitive, but can spike at times during university events and when state legislature is in session. If it's booked up, the three-pearl Dahlmann Campus Inn is a good alternative.
The mid-range Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown opened in fall 2013 with everything travelers love about the Hampton chain, as well as a convenient location in the heart of downtown Madison. Its 194 rooms are clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated. Some suites have whirlpool tubs and separate walk-in showers. The lobby/breakfast area is large and inviting, with a gas fireplace and lots of nooks to relax. The fitness center is spacious, and the free hot breakfast buffet is excellent. But the indoor pool is rather small, and parking is not free. Rates are competitive, but can spike at times during university events and when state legislature is in session. If it's booked up, the three-pearl Dahlmann Campus Inn is a good alternative.
The Ramada Wisconsin Dells is a two-pearl hotel with a heated indoor pool and hot tub that's geared toward budget travelers. It also caters a bit to business travelers with rooms that have work desks, ergonomic roller chairs, and microwaves, and the hotel also has a meeting room and a business center. It's pretty far from the main attractions in the downtown area, but within walking distance to the Kalahari Resort which has its own water park. It's worth comparing rates at the Holiday Inn Express Wisconsin Dells right next door too.
The Ramada Wisconsin Dells is a two-pearl hotel with a heated indoor pool and hot tub that's geared toward budget travelers. It also caters a bit to business travelers with rooms that have work desks, ergonomic roller chairs, and microwaves, and the hotel also has a meeting room and a business center. It's pretty far from the main attractions in the downtown area, but within walking distance to the Kalahari Resort which has its own water park. It's worth comparing rates at the Holiday Inn Express Wisconsin Dells right next door too.
The 33-suite Mill Creek Hotel is a mid-range condominium hotel in downtown Lake Geneva. Near the shops and restaurants of this charming town, it's also only two blocks away from the lake's marina and many of the hotel's suites have partial lake views. The suites are large, homey, and well-maintained (if not exactly modern) with four-burner stoves, full-sized refrigerators, dishwashers, and most notably, two-person whirlpool baths. The hotel has a small fitness center, as well as a lovely indoor pool and an expansive outdoor sun deck. Wi-Fi is free, and the hotel serves a free continental breakfast each morning. Guests willing to pay a bit more to be right on the water could try Bella Vista Suites.
The 33-suite Mill Creek Hotel is a mid-range condominium hotel in downtown Lake Geneva. Near the shops and restaurants of this charming town, it's also only two blocks away from the lake's marina and many of the hotel's suites have partial lake views. The suites are large, homey, and well-maintained (if not exactly modern) with four-burner stoves, full-sized refrigerators, dishwashers, and most notably, two-person whirlpool baths. The hotel has a small fitness center, as well as a lovely indoor pool and an expansive outdoor sun deck. Wi-Fi is free, and the hotel serves a free continental breakfast each morning. Guests willing to pay a bit more to be right on the water could try Bella Vista Suites.
Located right on Lake Delton, the Aloha Beach Resort and Suites is a 62-room, family-friendly getaway that's easy on the budget. Dated rooms have ample space, lake views, and nice extras like free Wi-Fi and microwaves -- first floor rooms include balconies. In the summer, on-site activities include everything from canoeing to campfire pits; the indoor pool and free passes to Noah's Ark are big draws in the winter. Note that there isn't a restaurant or breakfast on-site. Overall, this is a solid option for budget travelers looking to stay close to nature with plenty of water activities and restaurants available at their fingertips.
Located right on Lake Delton, the Aloha Beach Resort and Suites is a 62-room, family-friendly getaway that's easy on the budget. Dated rooms have ample space, lake views, and nice extras like free Wi-Fi and microwaves -- first floor rooms include balconies. In the summer, on-site activities include everything from canoeing to campfire pits; the indoor pool and free passes to Noah's Ark are big draws in the winter. Note that there isn't a restaurant or breakfast on-site. Overall, this is a solid option for budget travelers looking to stay close to nature with plenty of water activities and restaurants available at their fingertips.
The upper-middle-range Delton Grand Resort & Spa is a modern, residential-style complex directly on the shores of Lake Delton. It’s not within walking distance to downtown Wisconsin Dells, but many of the area’s attractions are only a short drive away. The 55 one- to four-bedroom condos are clean and spacious, with full kitchens, nice bathrooms, and private decks or patios. Some have fun yet tastefully executed themes, such as "Hollywood" and "London." Several attractive amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, a whirlpool hot tub, and a full-service spa. Guests also receive free Wi-Fi and free passes to a local water park. Rates are competitive for a hotel of this category, but travelers looking for something more budget-friendly may want to consider the lower-middle-range Baker’s Sunset Bay Resort instead.
The upper-middle-range Delton Grand Resort & Spa is a modern, residential-style complex directly on the shores of Lake Delton. It’s not within walking distance to downtown Wisconsin Dells, but many of the area’s attractions are only a short drive away. The 55 one- to four-bedroom condos are clean and spacious, with full kitchens, nice bathrooms, and private decks or patios. Some have fun yet tastefully executed themes, such as "Hollywood" and "London." Several attractive amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, a whirlpool hot tub, and a full-service spa. Guests also receive free Wi-Fi and free passes to a local water park. Rates are competitive for a hotel of this category, but travelers looking for something more budget-friendly may want to consider the lower-middle-range Baker’s Sunset Bay Resort instead.
One of Door County's many seasonal properties, the two-pearl Parkwood Lodge is a casual hotel right on Highway 42, outside downtown Fish Creek. Its wooded grounds with picnic areas and tennis courts, along with its proximity to Peninsula State Park, make it appealing for budget travelers looking to spend time outdoors, but there's little within walking distance. An indoor pool, a game room, and a playground make it kid-friendly. There are plenty of room options, including some with kitchenettes and wood-burning stoves, though most have a dated decor. For value rooms right in downtown Fish Creek, check the rates at the popular Main Street Motel.
One of Door County's many seasonal properties, the two-pearl Parkwood Lodge is a casual hotel right on Highway 42, outside downtown Fish Creek. Its wooded grounds with picnic areas and tennis courts, along with its proximity to Peninsula State Park, make it appealing for budget travelers looking to spend time outdoors, but there's little within walking distance. An indoor pool, a game room, and a playground make it kid-friendly. There are plenty of room options, including some with kitchenettes and wood-burning stoves, though most have a dated decor. For value rooms right in downtown Fish Creek, check the rates at the popular Main Street Motel.