Cambria Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

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Cambria Hotels
7.9 (901 reviews)
503 N Plankinton Ave , Milwaukee , US
+1 414-223-4484

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great location (close to attractions, station, clubs, restaurants)
Friendly/helpful staff and reception
Comfortable beds and spacious rooms
Modern room design and good bathrooms
Convenient parking options nearby
Room size and sofa comfort noted
Cons:
Poor cleanliness in multiple reports (hairy/dirty sheets, unkept bathrooms)
Breakfast limited or poor in selection
Perceived poor value / unexpected add-on charges
Refund/deposit and lost-item follow-up issues
Occasional rude or unprofessional staff interactions
Cigarette smell in some rooms and worn furniture/burn marks
Bar/ beverage availability inconsistent (e.g., bar closed, specific beers unavailable)

Categories

Cleanliness
4.5
Multiple reports of dirty or hairy sheets, food/hair on floors and in showers, unkept bathrooms, missed daily housekeeping and cigarette smell in at least one room; cleanliness is a clear weak point.
Service
9.6
Most guests praise helpful, friendly reception and staff who assisted with requests; a few isolated incidents of rudeness, slow check-in or poor follow-up were reported but appear less common.
Location
9.9
Consistently highlighted as a major positive: close to attractions, station, clubs, restaurants and with good nearby parking options.
Room Quality
9
Many guests describe rooms as modern, comfortable, spacious with a good bathroom; some notes of worn furniture, odd layouts or burn marks, but overall room comfort is strong.
Amenities
9
Convenient parking and typical hotel amenities are available; minor negatives include occasional bar closures and limited drink availability, but amenities are generally adequate for most guests.
Value for Money
5.5
Several comments call the hotel overpriced for the experience, with unexpected add-on charges and dissatisfaction with price versus quality.
Food and Beverage
6
Repeated complaints about limited or poor breakfast selection and some beverage availability issues (bar closed/no specific beers), placing food & beverage below average.
Overall Experience
9.7
Most stays are positive due to location, comfortable rooms and helpful staff; however, a few severe negative outliers (cleanliness, rude interactions, refund issues) significantly impacted some guests' experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:06

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Located in the heart of Milwaukee, the Cambria Hotel Milwaukee Downtown offers 4-star accommodation with top-notch amenities. Rooms feature private bathrooms and some even include a cozy seating area for relaxation.

Convenient Facilities
Enjoy access to a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge, and a restaurant all within the hotel premises. The 24-hour front desk and concierge service ensure your needs are met promptly, while free WiFi keeps you connected throughout your stay.

Prime Location
Situated just 1.6 km from Marquette University, this hotel is surrounded by popular attractions such as Riverside Theater and Pabst Theater. Start your day with a delicious American breakfast before exploring the nearby Eisner Museum.

Experience luxury and convenience at Cambria Hotel Milwaukee Downtown.

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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MKE

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 901 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.5
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 5.5
Food and Beverage: 6
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Rochelle • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Jazmine • extended_group • us
4
Pros:

Everyone was very nice and informational

Cons:

It didn’t look like everything was clean in the rooms. Food/hair on the floor and in the shower

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Gerardo • couple • us
10
Great location and great staff
Pros:

Surrounding area

Cons:

No coors beer

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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nicolas • solo_traveller • re
7
Séjour agréable
Pros:

L’emplacement était bien

Cons:

Le ménage n’était pas fait quotidiennement
Le prix des consommations

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Rizzo • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Very modern. Very comfy

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Claudio • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Comfort and space in the room.
Nice people at reception.

Cons:

Breakfast should have more selection

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

It was close to everything

Cons:

The breakfast wasnt good.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
Relatable
Pros:

Room on 1st floor location was perfect

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Rick • couple • us
10
Pros:

Room was a nice size, The sofa was super comfortable and the bathroom was exceptional

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
6
Pros:

Location is good for walking distance to attractions.

Cons:

Did not receive our deposit back. Read other reviews which people had issues with refunds.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • us
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Alejandro • solo_traveller • uy
9
Pros:

La ubicación cerca de la estación. El hotel está muy bie. La habitación cómoda

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • us
2
Disappointed and disgusted with a huge feeling of regret.
Pros:

It is hard to find one positive thing about this stay

Cons:

DIRTY and hairy sheets, unkept bathroom with empty/no toiletries, thin walls which makes you hear everything that is going on, rude and disrespectful staff who gave attitude/did not want to address or help with our problems, took this trip on a weekend and was told that unfortunately the bar was closed that weekend which caused inconvenience, overall extremely overpriced for the quality of the room and experience. This will be an unforgettable trip due to such a poor experience, in fact, this is the worst hotel/hospitality experience i have had in my life.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Cordero • extended_group • us
9
Location! Location! Location!
Pros:

The location was everything. It was close to all of the clubs. I also appreciate all the parking options near the hotel compared to other Hotels.

Cons:

I was disappointed that I didnt receive my King size bed.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Del Rosario • couple • au
8
It served the purpose of our stay. Conveniently located - near the water and restaurants.
Pros:

It’s location

Cons:

The breakfast.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Torrance • solo_traveller • us
4
Wouldn't stay here again.
Pros:

Location is great. Property is very clean.

Cons:

When I arrived I had to wait for the desk clerk for quite a few minutes, when they were just chatting only a few feet away from me, not professional. Then acted like doing me a favor to check me in after a long day. Charge for everything separately (parking, breakfast....which is nothing special), stayed next door and doesn't do that. Price quoted was not close to final price after all of the add-ons, taxes, etc. Room smelled like cigarette smoke terribly bad. The room attempts to be modern sheik with a very strange layout.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Powell • couple • us
9
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Sara • extended_group • us
7
Great location. Cleaning helpers were great. Comfortable bed. A bit shabby and worn for the price.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Furniture in the room and bathroom fixtures were worn for the price. Not in a boutique chic. Burn marks on the desk were unexpected for over $300 per night. Staff were very nice and helped get us extra bedding.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Mijail • family_with_children • us
3
Cons:

One hour after checkout I realized I forgot my massage gun on the bed. I called and they said it should be there because the room hasn’t been cleaned yet. They told me file a claim through ileftmystuff.com which I did. Next day I called and talked to front desk to see what was going on. I heard on the back the manager saying she didn’t know anything about it. The receptionist told me she will check the website and call me back which they never did.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee