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Named "One of the Absolute Coolest Hotels in Wisconsin" by Condé Nast Traveler 2021, #6 Top Midwest Hotel by Condé Nast Traveler 2020, and Top 10 Best New Hotel by USA Today 2019.
Recognized as Milwaukee’s most esteemed hotel with an elite award repertoire, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel is among the first hotels in the nation to broadly celebrate arts in its many forms – featuring live music and robust arts events. See you at Saint Kate!
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4.6
1,350 reviews
5 stars
1,083
4 stars
154
3 stars
44
2 stars
31
1 star
38
What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Location
The hotel is praised for its prime location near the Pabst Theater and within walking distance of downtown attractions.
Art and Atmosphere
Guests appreciate the unique art theme throughout the hotel, including galleries and creative installations that enhance the overall experience.
Service Quality
While many reviews highlight exceptional service from staff, there are notable complaints about unhelpful or rude staff in certain situations.
Room Comfort
Rooms are generally described as spacious, clean, and comfortable, with unique amenities like record players, though some guests reported issues with cleanliness.
Dining Experience
The bar and restaurant receive positive feedback for their food and cocktails, but some guests noted a lack of vegan options and slow service during busy times.
- PPPeterNov 9, 20251.0We just left the St. Kate Hotel after a two night stay Friday and Saturday night. The first night, the stay was good. Room was clean and the only thing we missed was better lighting, the room is pretty dark. The 2nd night on floor 8 was terrible. We returned to the room about 9pm after enjoying some drinks at the Upper Bar. Once we stepped off the elevator into our floor, we were hit with a smell of Marijuana. It was a slight odor, it was to the point where you couldn't even breathe. We got to our room and it was OK in our room until about 11pm. After that, we couldn't breathe in our room either and it was a terribly long night until we fell asleep at about 4am once the smell dissipated a bit. We checked out at 8am and just returned home. We did bring this to the front desks attention and were told security was aware. I don't think we will return here as we have not experienced something like this in our stays at the other very well known, higher end hotel in Milwaukee. We tried Saint Kate for the first time and left with a headache, feeling ill from the smell and now having to wash all our clothes including coats to get the horrid smell out. Again, this wasn't just some scent, these people had to be smoking blunt after blunt, it was pure smoke everywhere. Very disappointed and would recommend staying someplace that invests in smoking sensors to prevent this experience.
- RMRyan Mackman, MBA, MHANov 2, 20255.0Had a “staycation” at Saint Kate...really neat way to be a tourist in your own city. Saint Kate has a lot of charm and offers easy access to much of downtown Milwaukee. It’s right across from the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts and not far from Fiserv Forum. “Art-themed” is an understatement. They have an entire art gallery inside, and it looks like they even have a resident artist working on-site. Two bars, a pizza restaurant, rooms with record players, and friendly staff give this place a really cool vibe. Definitely worth staying at — whether you’re in town for business, pleasure, or just want to get away without leaving your own city.
- GGGraceDOct 29, 20253.0We had a good stay we will never return and the reason is the scent that they spray at the lobby bar area and the outside of the building toward the parking elevators. Very overwhelming perfume so if you are sensitive to smells and perfumes this is not for you. I have severe migraines and this place was very uncomfortable. One more thing that made us not like this place was the pet policy. A tag on our door saying a pet stayed there made us feel icky. We tried to get a drink twice at the bar and was not fun with the smell and the very high level of the music, impossible to have a conversation with the live music on a open concept bar like this one. The location is good not too far from the museums and downtown-third ward. Every one we dealt with was super nice. Shout out to Lennox. We had an issue with the parking and I texted him but I had no signal so I had to call and it was a hot mess but he got us through.
- LMLynn MonroeOct 26, 20255.0This jewel is located in the theatre district in Milwaukee (a couple blocks away from Old St. Mary's Catholic Church). I stopped in for brunch at the Saint Kate Hotel and stepped inside the Studio restaurant for brunch. I ordered the egg white omlette and substituted the potatoes for the grits. It was amazing. Don't forget to ask for Ruben and order the bay breeze mocktail.
- KWKennisha WilliamsOct 23, 20255.0Spacious room, comfortable bed. Love that when you check in they give you a glass of wine. The bar downstairs is a vibe and stays busy but did not disturb the quietness when I was in my room. Loved the art area in the hotel, I got to meet a local artist. This hotel is located near a lot of restaurants and stores within walkable distance. I parked the rental car and basically walked everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
What are the check in and check out times?
Check-in is at 3 p.m. and check out is at noon.
What is your cancellation policy?
Guest room reservations can be canceled without penalty until up to 48 hours before your arrival date. After that time, a cancellation charge applies equal to one night's room rate plus tax. Please retain your cancellation number to avoid cancellation charges.
Is parking available at Saint Kate?
Saint Kate offers a safe, reliable underground parking structure for our hotel guests. Valet parking is available for $35 per night while self-parking is allowed at $28 per night. Both options include in and out access.
Are refrigerators, cribs or rollaway beds available?
Yes, these items are available upon request. Cribs are free of charge, rollaway beds are $25 (limited number available), and ALL guest rooms have a mini fridge in-room.
Is there a concierge service?
Concierge service is available at 414-276-8686. The concierge is located in the lobby of the hotel and will be happy to assist with special requests.
Does Saint Kate have a shuttle to and from the airport?
Our hotel is near the Milwaukee airport and does not have a shuttle service, however, taxis are available 24 hours outside the lobby and airport connection shuttle service stops at the hotel.
Do you have high speed internet access in the guest rooms? If so, are there charges?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all public areas and guest rooms for convenient email access and web surfing. For guests requiring large amounts of bandwidth access for activities such as streaming video, a fee of $4.95 will be applied and a username and password will be provided. Our property is equipped with wired and wireless 55MB internet service—our HSIA service provider is Ethostream.
Is early check in available?
Early check in may be available depending on room occupancy and will be done on a first come first serve basis. Early check in is never guaranteed.
We will arrive before check in, what is the provision for storing luggage?
Your luggage will gladly be stored at no charge until your check-in.
Are there hairdryers in the guest rooms?
Yes, hairdryers are available in each room.
Do you have room service and what are the hours?
Yes—room service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What is the Milwaukee Downtown, Inc. Sculpture Milwaukee City Fee?
Sculpture Milwaukee is one of the world’s largest complimentary art exhibits including 21 sculptures from 20 different local, national and international artists. The exhibit is important to the community and to the betterment of Downtown Milwaukee, and as such, a fee equal to 1% of your room rate per night will be added to your folio upon checkout.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel?
Check-in is at 3:00 p.m. and check-out is at 12:00 noon.
Are pets allowed at Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel?
Yes, both dogs and cats are welcome at the hotel.
Does the hotel offer a fitness center and what equipment is available?
Yes, there is a fitness center featuring elliptical machines, treadmills, free weights, and weight machines.
Is there a concierge service available at the hotel?
Yes, concierge service is available in the hotel lobby to assist with special requests.
Does Saint Kate have parking options for guests?
Yes, the hotel offers both valet parking for $35 per night and self-parking for $28 per night with in and out access.
Are there on-site dining options at Saint Kate?
Yes, the hotel has four restaurants and multiple bars including Giggly at Saint Kate, The Dark Room, and The Bar at Saint Kate.
What nearby dining options can guests explore around Saint Kate?
Guests can enjoy various nearby restaurants such as ARIA, The Studio Kitchen + Cocktails, Proof Pizza, Kil@wat, and Toro Tacos and Bowls.
Are there any local attractions or entertainment venues near the hotel?
Yes, guests can visit the Steimke Theatre for theatrical productions and enjoy the Sculpture Milwaukee city-wide art exhibit.
Is Wi-Fi available at the hotel and are there any charges?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all public areas and guest rooms. High bandwidth access for activities like video streaming may incur a fee.
How can guests reach Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel using local transportation?
Taxis are available 24 hours outside the hotel lobby, and airport shuttle services stop at the hotel. Nearby ride services can be used with Uber branding linked to Saint Kate.