Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Hotels
9.3 (1069 reviews)
139 East Kilbourn Avenue , Milwaukee , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Excellent location
Beautiful aesthetics
Artistic amenities
Friendly staff
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Limited towels
Hard beds
Luggage cart availability

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
Some issues mentioned with coffee machine and luggage carts, impacting overall cleanliness.
Service
9.99
Exceptional service by staff, notably Nora and Jackie, creating a warm and welcoming experience.
Location
10
Excellent location for attending shows, central and convenient.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms are beautiful and artistic, but a bit hard on the beds.
Amenities
9.63
A variety of interesting amenities like a record player and art machine enhance the stay.
Value for Money
8.59
Some felt the price was overrated given the experience.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Positive mentions of champagne on check-in and appreciation for on-site restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.83
Overall, guests had a memorable experience with highlights on service and ambiance.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-13 18:03

Property Description

Panoramic Views and Fine Dining Options
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel, located in Milwaukee's downtown theater district, offers stunning panoramic views of the city and a variety of fine-dining restaurant options for guests to indulge in.

Artistic Experience and Entertainment
Immerse yourself in an artistic experience at Saint Kate, with a rotating art exhibit in the lounge area and throughout the hotel. The hotel is just a short walk from the Marcus Performing Arts Center, offering guests easy access to entertainment and cultural experiences.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour business center, free WiFi, and three onsite restaurants at Saint Kate. With Cathedral Square Park, Milwaukee Art Museum, and Fiserv Forum all within a short distance, there's no shortage of attractions to explore during your stay.

Book your stay at Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel for a memorable and enriching experience in Milwaukee.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: MKE

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 31 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 50
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1069 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 9.63
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 9.83
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N7547KTjamesw NONE
10
The Best Mother’s Day Present
Pros:

Everything was excellent. I was greeted at the front desk and Lennox was so friendly. He really took the time to make me feel welcome. The room was clean and the view was amazing. I relaxed in the bath and slept great! The food at the bar was awesome! I got the “girl dinner” and it was perfect for my first solo getaway!

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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Sherri couple us
10
Staying at St Kate was truly a one of a kind experience and would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in the Milwauke
Pros:

Loved the extraordinary displays of artwork everywhere. Took lots of pictures to show my artistic friends. Would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in the Milwaukee area.

Cons:

The parking garage was challenging, but we got used to it. Also the elevator transfer experience.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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carylwoj NONE
10
Fun hotel in Milwaukee
Pros:

Great location. Loved the live music. Room was quiet and beds are comfortable. Nice fitness center with good equipment

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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157sukhdevk Couples
10
One of the best place to visit.
Pros:

Relaxing, beautiful atmosphere, art experience we never had before.

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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I4962NImoniquem Family
10
Everything and More!
Pros:

What an amazing experience from start to finish!
We celebrated our anniversary and were spoiled the minute we walked in with a champagne toast. Our room was amazing - so spacious and comfortable with a beautiful bed, couch, and bathroom.
Every amenity is top shelf.
We enjoyed both dinner and brunch at The Studio and were thrilled with the food and service.
We are committed to spending time at St. Kate’s in the future.

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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Katharine couple us
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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rabbijustink Couples
10
Just stay at the St Kate Arts Hotel in Milwaukee.
Pros:

What an amazing, unique, quirky, beautiful and comfortable and clean hotel in a fascinating historic district of an underrated city! This place is such a find. Nacho and Lennox both took really good care of us.
None of the photos are of the hotel, but all taken nearby, the one of city hall taken from our room.

2026-07-16 via Tripadvisor
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C4437WNjimh NONE
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Fantastic hotel. The art scene is vibrant, and the multiple bars and restaurants make it so you don’t have (or want) to leave the hotel. The record player and individual art in each room was so cool.
Location is fantastic, making most of the city accessible by foot. And for a 4 star hotel, price was very reasonable!

2026-07-16 via Tripadvisor
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Passport13541643899 Friends getaway
10
Very good service
Pros:

Very friendly and helped out good

2026-07-15 via Tripadvisor
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rickydap Friends getaway
10
5 stars
Pros:

Andrew was really nice. Thank you again!

2026-07-15 via Tripadvisor
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jenifer6309 NONE Madison, Wisconsin
10
Loving the Theater District from Saint Kate's
Pros:

Enjoyed the ease of walking about to our theater and to dinner from the Saint Kate. At the end of our evening, it was relaxing to sit at the bar. Enjoyed the care of the staff and our breakfast was delicious.

2026-07-15 via Tripadvisor
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Go553607 Family
10
Lovely hotel
Pros:

The Saint Kate is an exception hotel: great location, hip vibe, and stellar service. From our welcome at the front desk (Nacho was particularly kind and helpful), our experience was consistently top-notch. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-designed. The food (room service) was excellent. And the lobby and art venue was very cool. Highly recommend. We'll be back.

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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Jeff solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The staff, the atmosphere and the overall comfort of the facilities

Cons:

I can't say a bad word about it. The parking is a bit of a challenge at first but fine once you get used to it.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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marthas450 NONE
10
Great vibe
Pros:

The vibe and energy of this hotel is like nothing we've experienced elsewhere - so fun! We really appreciated all the artwork and exploring the galleries. Staff was very welcoming. Fantastic location as well!

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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A4562LGlaurar NONE
10
wonderful spot
Pros:

Great hotel, with a fun vibe. With my two daughters for a school visit. It was a perfect hotel offering great amenities ( coffee and water bar), lovely touches in the room, record player, all the channels and great beds.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Lisa couple us
10
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Nyle extended_group us
10
Pros:

The St. Kate is a beautiful hotel with a fantastic location. The arts theme is wonderful & done very well. We love the arts scene in Milwaukee, particularly the theater offerings. With four theaters, big & small, within the same building complex, you don't even have to go outside, which is particularly appreciated in inclement weather.

Cons:

Nothing to complain about.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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B8012BJnb NONE
10
Celebrating my 50th birthday!
Pros:

I came to Milwaukee/Saint Kate on a solo trip for my 50th birthday, and Lennox was an absolute gem. He worked so hard to make me feel celebrated and special, and I’m truly grateful. I’d stayed at the hotel back in 2024, and this is exactly the kind of service that made me want to return for this special occasion.

The breakfast at the Studio was delicious! Playing vinyl records in my room was a wonderful way to relax. The location was so convenient to the Riverwalk, the Milwaukee Art Museum, and the Milwaukee Public Market. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a chic and fun experience.

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor
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matthewrY5694BO Couples
10
A Wonderful Place to Rest
Pros:

I only wish we had more time to enjoy this place. Between the art exhibits, the bar and on-site restaurant, just to start, you could find yourself spending a lot of time in the building. And when the city of Milwaukee rightfully draws you away, it is always nice to know you have a place to rest in between excursions. The staff were very attentive and professional. Special shout out to Nora who took the time to make several wonderful recommendations for bars and restaurants.

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor
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425gregoryt NONE
10
Perfect Place to Land
Pros:

We had a great experience with staff, nice lobby and amenities as well as nicely appointed, generous rooms. attention to detail and cleanliness a plus.

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor