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Aloft by Marriott Milwaukee Downtown

1230 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53212

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Prime Location near RiverWalk and Marquette University

    Situated steps away from the picturesque RiverWalk and just 1 mile from Marquette University, aloft Hotel Milwaukee Downtown offers the perfect blend of convenience and charm.

  • Modern Rooms with Top-notch Amenities

    Each room at the hotel features large windows, high ceilings, a 42-inch flat-screen TV, a work station with a spacious desk, and a cozy ergonomic chair. Additionally, guests can enjoy the convenience of a small refrigerator and a coffee machine in every room.

  • Fantastic Facilities and Entertainment Options

    With a 24-hour fitness center, an indoor pool, W XYZ Bar for drinks, a trendy hotel lounge with pool tables, a snack shop, and versatile meeting spaces, aloft Hotel Milwaukee Downtown ensures a delightful stay with ample entertainment options.

Book now to experience the vibrant ambiance and exceptional hospitality of aloft Hotel Milwaukee Downtown!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Excellent, attentive staff (multiple mentions)

  • Great central location and river views

  • Relaxing pool and courtyard

At the hotel

Popular amenities

73 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bar
  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Business center
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Pools & wellness

  • Indoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Snack bar
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking

Guest services

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Pets allowed

Services & essentials

  • Cashless payment available
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Games room
  • Happy hour
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Live music/performance
  • Minimarket on site
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Picnic area
  • Room service
  • Temporary art galleries
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

679 reviews
1/ 10
Betten waren bequem
Andrea · couple · 2026-10-23

The guest experience

8.3out of 10
679 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Excellent, attentive staff (multiple mentions)
  • Great central location and river views
  • Relaxing pool and courtyard
  • Convenient lobby food/drinks and free morning coffee
  • Helpful front desk assistance (e.g., extra nights, special gestures)

Worth knowing — Parking expensive / valet-only logistics and off-site fees · Room size issues (small rooms, limited seating) · Bed quality inconsistent (too soft, sagging) in some rooms · Noise from street in some rooms · Cleanliness concerns (mold in shower seal, worn entry carpets) · Valet/tech system problems

How guests scored the stay

  • Service9.2

    Strong positive service sentiment: several mentions of exceptional, attentive staff and specific praise for managers and front desk employees (e.g., Jasmine and Kat) who went above and beyond.

  • Location9.0

    Consistently praised location: river views, walkable to dining/drinks, convenient to hospital and downtown attractions; however parking logistics (valet/off-site) caused some dissatisfaction.

  • Amenities8.9

    Generally positive amenities: praised pool and relaxing courtyard, lobby food/beer/smoothie options and morning coffee; minor issues noted with gym supplies and valet system operations.

  • Overall Experience8.7

    Overall positive experience driven by excellent staff, great location, and pleasant common areas (pool/courtyard), tempered by parking issues, some room quality and cleanliness shortcomings.

  • Food and Beverage8.4

    Moderately positive F&B: convenient lobby food options and free morning coffee noted; some complaints about paid breakfast/drinks and limited offerings.

  • Cleanliness7.6

    Mixed cleanliness: some rooms described as clean, but multiple notes of worn/dingy entry carpets and mold in a shower door seal indicate below-average cleanliness attention.

  • Room Quality7.4

    Mixed to negative room quality: some reported comfortable beds and good shower pressure, but multiple reports of very small rooms, poor mattress support, inadequate seating, noisy street-facing rooms, and cramped bathrooms.

  • Value for Money7.2

    Value concerns: guests upset about extra charges (parking, paid breakfast/drinks) and small room size for the hotel's star level, reducing perceived value.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

33% of 9 recent stays rated 8+

8.3679 reviews
  • Schlafen, so laut wie unter einer Brücke

    1/10

    Andrea · couple · 2026-10-23

    “Betten waren bequem”

  • adequate

    5/10

    Gina · solo traveller · 2026-10-21

  • Exceeded Expectations

    10/10

    James · solo traveller · 2026-10-14

    “I used the valet parking and it was much better than most of the reviews I read. The food & beverage options in the lobby canteen were pleasant and there were easy "grab & go" options. Easy access to Fiserve Center and local shopping. Farmer's Market on Sundays.”

  • Will not stay there again.

    5/10

    Thomas · couple · 2026-10-12

    “Lacked appropriate area to hang clothes. No comfortable chair to sit in. No parking area for vehicles. Cost $100 for two nights with taxes and tips. Thought there would be a free breakfast, wasn’t.”

  • Guest review

    1/10

    Money · solo traveller · 2026-10-08

    “Not really anything”

  • Loud and seedy

    2/10

    Beth · solo traveller · 2026-09-12

    “Soooo loud. The building is made of paper. The employees know it too. They didn’t tell me about the sound Machine in the room until I requested to be moved. The new room was marginally better. Never again”

  • Convienent to the river.

    6/10

    Marlene Krygowski · extended group · 2026-09-11

    “It was close to the river and we came specifically for a boat tour.”

  • Great place to enjoy a weekend.

    10/10

    Hall · couple · 2026-09-08

    “I really loved the place for it's location near the water and the area was very nice to walk around at night being safe and never worried.Me and my wife loved making our way around to the great eating and drinking places and was able to walk straight to the hotel.Also the people there were super nice and very accommodating to us.We were able to check in a little early and the valets are so friendly and work hard for their money.They were busy non stop”

  • Modern Vibes!

    9/10

    Tachara · solo traveller · 2026-09-05

    “Loved the modern vibe”

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