Stay at The National Avenue Hotel, a 4-star hotel in Milwaukee, WI. Enjoy proximity to top attractions like Milwaukee Art Museum and Harley-Davidson Museum.
Recent guests highlight the clean and quiet atmosphere, attentive management, and a no-frills value offering suitable for short visits focused on sightseeing and getting around Milwaukee.
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Located at 1700 W National Ave in Milwaukee, The National Avenue Hotel offers simple accommodations with essential amenities. This smoke-free hotel features clean, quiet rooms equipped with a fridge, microwave, TV, and coffee maker, though it does not provide Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, air conditioning, or on-site dining options. The property operates with a straightforward approach focused on basics rather than luxury.
The hotel is well suited for travelers prioritizing location and practicality, especially those visiting nearby attractions such as the Milwaukee Art Museum, Harley-Davidson Museum®, and Milwaukee Public Museum. Its proximity to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, approximately 14 minutes by car, adds convenience for short stays. Guest reviews describe the environment as peaceful and secure, with staff noted for their helpfulness and accommodating attitude.
While the neighborhood may not appeal to all, guests have appreciated the cleanliness and quietness of the hotel, highlighting the attentive management and a sense of security throughout the property. Some have noted the absence of amenities like air conditioning and parking, so guests seeking full-service facilities may want to consider alternative lodging options nearby.
Overall, The National Avenue Hotel offers a practical and economical choice for visitors who need a clean and simple place to stay close to Milwaukee’s cultural landmarks, particularly those traveling solo or on a budget. The straightforward service and secure setting make it a reasonable option for short-term stays without extra frills.
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Friendly staff , quiet peaceful and clean rooms. What else could you ask for. Definitely suggest this place
Thank you Cheri for an amazing stay. Thank you for being so accomidatimg after delayed flights and arriving after midnight. Comfortable rooms and close to all the places i wanted to go during my short stay in Milwaukee.
The area might not be the best but the building is secure and the manager is the best. She works with you throughout any situation as long as you communicate. I will definitely stay with her again she is a excellent host doing the best she can. Thank you for everything I'll be back.
Five stars for what it was rather than what it wasn't. This was a cheap place to spend a night while in town for Metalfest. I was in the room alone. There was a fridge, microwave, TV, and coffee maker and a private bathroom. All worked well. There are no other frills or off street parking here but the staff was great. The room and the facility in general were very clean. The bed was cheap and would only fit one comfortably but clean and comfortable and the room smelled nice. There was minimal noise in the area outside and inside from other rooms and halls. You get what what you pay for but for the price I was prepared to put my blinders on to some sights and smells and sounds I've experienced in other cheap rooms and those issues just weren't there. If I'm in town on my own again I'd definitely repeat my stay. Thank you!
Very clean establishment and easy to locate. Prices are reasonable as well, and the owner is wonderful!
Haven't stayed here yet. Seems like a very nice place. Just a question. Do the units have a/c? Or is there central air?
There is another hotel a few blocks away that has the same name. That one is actually a rooming house and likely the cause of all the bad reviews (Such as the review by a local guide going by the name *XO XO* who went to the wrong address). I also accidentally went to the wrong place for my check in appointment. The National Hotel at 1700 National Ave is nothing like these negative reviews I've read. Management is also pleasant and professional, common areas are kept reasonably clean, and the halls are generally quiet. The rooms are inexpensive and the building is secured.
It's a great place to stay. It's very clean and quiet. And cheri is very helpful and such a nice person.
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