Bleisure Travel — The 8 Best Wisconsin Destination Hotels

They say half the fun is the journey, but at these eight destination hotels, all the fun happens when you arrive. You’ll find everything you need to mix business with leisure at any of these Wisconsin hotels:

Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells, WI

Located on 600 acres in Wisconsin Dells, Wilderness is America’s Largest Waterpark Resort. With three lodging options — Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort, Glacier Canyon Lodge, and Wilderness on the Lake—there’s room enough for any size group. The 56,000 square foot conference center with banquet space for up to 1,200 guests, on-site catering, and ample team building activities make the Wilderness the place to hold your next meeting or event. Afterward, get pampered in the spa, play a round at the Wild Rock Golf Club, splash around in any of the 4 indoor and 4 outdoor waterparks, or grab a bite to eat at any of the 15 dining options on site.

The Pfister Hotel, Milwaukee, WI

Located in the heart of Milwaukee’s cultural and entertainment community, The Pfister Hotel is a luxurious and historic destination within easy walking distance of restaurants, shops, The Wisconsin Center, and the Historic Third Ward area. From intimate gatherings of 15 to world-class banquets for as many as 1,500, the meeting and event space here is unparalleled. Post meeting, guests can surround themselves in comfort and style in one of the 307 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites. Hotel amenities include flat panel TVs, WiFi, 24-hour room service, concierge, and pet-friendly rooms. The hotel’s Mason Street Grill is widely considered to be one of the finest restaurants in the city serving up classic American fare. The Cafe at the Pfister and The Rouge also offer extraordinary dining options.

The Ingleside Hotel, Pewaukee, WI

The Ingleside Hotel is a beautifully designed space with a focus on comfort and personalized service. Meetings and events here are memorable with more than 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, along with 20 private event venues to accommodate as many as 720 people. Attendees can relax in any of the 194 newly remodeled rooms and suites or enjoy the hotel’s many amenities including complimentary WiFi, indoor pool, fitness center, Springs Water Park, complimentary parking, and bike rentals. Taste the flavors of fresh Wisconsin ingredients at the hotel’s Didi’s Supper Club serving a nice selection of steaks, chops, pasta, and traditional Wisconsin Friday Fish Fry.

The Madison Concourse Hotel & Governor's Club, Madison, WI

The grand Madison Concourse Hotel & Governor’s Club is perfectly located in the heart of beautiful downtown Madison.  The hotel offers the upscale Circ Madison Restaurant, 372 chic guest rooms and suites, fitness center, and underground parking. With stunning views of the Capitol, The Governor’s Club executive level located on the top three floors offers complimentary breakfast, top-shelf cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and desserts in the private Governor’s Club Lounge. Plan your meeting or event here in the 27,000 square feet of space for a banquet of up to 1,000 guests.

Destination Kohler-American Club Resort & Lodge Kohler, Kohler, WI

Destination Kohler offers multiple lodging options including the American Club Resort and the recently opened Lodge Kohler. The American Club is a five-star, five diamond hotel that has been welcoming guest to the quaint village of Kohler Wisconsin for 100 years. Beautifully appointed rooms and suites, access to Sports Core Health & Racquet Club, golf, and access to a 500-acre private wilderness reserve are available to every guest. Lodge Kohler is just 100 yards from Lambeau with sumptuous rooms, spa, indoor/outdoor restaurant and café, and rooftop bar. There are 13 meeting and event spaces, including the Irish Barn, a distinctive fieldstone barn that overlooks Lake Michigan, and the Appley Theater, a state-of-the-art facility with classroom seating.  

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, Milwaukee, WI

This exciting resort invites guests to enjoy its spacious hotel with luxury Ember Salon and Spa, along with Topgolf Swing Suite. But that’s not all. The casino features bingo, off-track betting, poker, slots, and table games. Relax in any of the hotel’s luxury guest rooms and suites, some with panoramic views of the city. The resort offers 60,000 square feet of meeting space for conferences, banquets, tradeshows, and more. Afterward, enjoy both casual and fine dining in any of the resort’s 10 restaurants.

Geneva National Resort & Club & The Ridge Hotel, Lake Geneva, WI

Located just an hour from Milwaukee and 90 minutes from Chicago, Geneva National Resort & Club features 6 elegant Inns with spacious common areas, full kitchens, living, dining, and rec rooms, private patios, and putting greens. Overlooking the Geneva National Golf Club, The Ridge Hotel invites guests to relax in one of their 146 beautifully appointed rooms, dine in the new Crafted Americana restaurant, enjoy the indoor/outdoor pools, salon & day spa, and new veranda with 12-foot fire pit and outdoor bar and grill.  Meetings and events here are sublime with 10,000 square feet of function space for up to 500 guests.

Red Lion Hotel Paper Valley, Appleton, WI

The award-winning hotel is located within walking distance of the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, The Building for Kids Children’s Museum, and Lawrence University. Guest rooms are comfy and feature flat screen TV and free WiFi, while suites offer sofa, microwave, and refrigerator. Enjoy cocktails in the hotel bar, a workout in the fitness center, and free breakfast at this pet-friendly hotel. Groups will love gathering here in any of the elegant ballrooms, spacious conference rooms, and private dining venues.