The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

Stayed here for a weekend while celebrating a friends bachelor party. 5 guys in one room isn’t typically something i would look forward to, but we fit just fine sharing the bed, pull out couch and a blow up on the floor.
They have done something very cool here, converting the old brewery to a hotel. Keeping many hints to the origin, the property is filled with references to its prior state. The nearby building however, are pretty much all condemned or being knocked over for new construction. We had fun sneaking inside them to cause chaos.
The beds were comfortable, and worked perfectly for a place to crash after drinking all day in the third ward. The breakfast is what i would call and extended continental. Nothing too far from the ordinary.
TIP: Get a top floor room with private balconies. The cost isn’t that much more. The public one for the rest of the hotel is watched by camera and you will get kicked out at nightfall.

One star for poor customer service. I really really wanted to stay in this hotel for an upcoming surprise trip I have planned to Milwaukee for my brewery-​enthusist boyfriend and could not find a reservation online. When I called them, I learned that they DO have rooms available for Sat ⁶⁄₂₅ but I couldn’t find one online because they require a 2 night stay. When asked if that requirement could possibly be waived the closer we get to the date (other reviewers have stayed only one weekend night) I was given an extremely snappy «ABSOLUTELY NOT». Unaccomodating AND rude. Great combination, Brewhouse.

There are a coupla three-​star ratings on this place posted here.
I agree with them on the one-​hand. I wasn’t really wasn’t impressed with the finishes and services that you get for the price, which turns out to be appr. ²⁄₃ more than what I normally pay — for chains that offer fitness room, free wi-​fi, and free breakfast.
Compared to other suite-​chain/​places that I have stayed in, at a better price point, for example, the breakfast might have included one or two hot breakfast items; and the fitness room might include a weight machine rather than just the free weights and cardio.
On the other hand, you’re paying for the location, and historic significance. The outer-​shell of the building is rustic, lofty, and really suited my style. The developers have uniquely repurposed an old building that is better served in this restored state rather than being torn down — and they integrated original brewery features, or selected finishes that match period style in the common areas.
This mantra, though, didn’t translate to the individual rooms as well and weren’t necessarily special, or high-​end.
I was assigned to a (Studio Suite) room on the 5^th floor, so while it didn’t have the rustic ceilings that the other suites/​rooms on the top floor do, the room was large and had a kitchenette with stovetop, frig, sink, and microwave.
Unfortunately, even though I am not disabled, they gave me a disabled-​access suite, so it didn’t have the waist-​high bar table or the comfy chairs, like the other rooms do, so, the only decent place to sit and watch TV was leaning against the headboard, and too distant for me to see it very well.
Also, you open the curtains, and it was still dark, and shadowed by the office building next door. NOTE that that building has office/​cube space with large clear ceiling to floor windows that aren’t very private! The building is close enough to where you can actually see whether or not ppl are sitting at their desk, computer, etc., and I felt confident that they could see me.
I liked the location — since it wasn’t in the heart of busy downtown craziness, yet on the edge of it and close enough to be accessible quickly to all the neighborhoods, sites, and freeway access.
Staff was super nice. Note that parking is metered, and they have valet.
This is not a bad 3-​star rating. Staying here in the old Pabst Brewery did enhance my first visit to MKE and travel experience here, cuz it’s something that I’ll always remember as unique to Milwaukee.

Had a great experience at this hotel and learned a lot in the process considering it was the original Pabst brewery. We were here for the Pabst conference last week (and I actually stayed one day short of a full week; much longer than usual). Nevertheless the first thing I noticed was that the rooms were huge. We had a suite and it could have easily accommodated 4 – 6 people comfortably. I’m from SoCal so it took a minute to get used to all the stone. But after I got a taste of the cold, I was quickly reminded why. Will definitely stay here again if I make it back to Milwaukee. The only one thing that could help make this room better is that they need better lighting in the kitchen. Not sure how or why this was overlooked (or maybe people just don’t use the kitchens in the rooms) but it was definitely had to see in my room.
There’s a great pub next door (Jackson’s) and if you go there, be sure and get their pretzels. They’re larger than life.

Not only is it a very aesthetically pleasing hotel, the rooms are very comfortable and quite. The staff go above and beyond to make your stay pleasant as possible. One notable staff member, Gregor, the Parking Valet Manager, is one of the nicest individuals you will ever meet. He always remembers you and greets you with a smile. This is my favorite place to stay when in the Milwaukee area and I would highly recommend it to anyone else.

Had a great weekend staying at the Brewhouse Inn! Such a unique place to stay — so much history. Highly recommend it! Really great idea for a hotel — you can practically imagine all the activity of the beer brewing that used to take place there. Staff was super friendly & great restaurant/​bar right next door (they serve Pabst!)

I’ve debated long and hard and landed on three stars for a few unfortunate reasons. Let’s start with the good, though…
The hotel is an old brewery repurposed which adds some charm. If you’re looking for a unique experience and want to keep the brew theme of Milwaukee going, I would probably recommend it. The room was huge! Full kitchen, living room and sort of separate bedroom. If you’re looking to stay for longer than a night or two it might be nice to bring in your own food and drinks. The room alone was the most redeeming quality of the hotel. The location was further away from most of the things we did on our visit but the value and the charm made it nice. When we checked in there was no valet readily available so it took a little bit. The parking garage is a slight «hike» if you have bags so it wasn’t convenient for us. No big deal, though.
There is a bar downstairs connected to the hotel and it’s not just a small hotel bar, it was spacious, yet packed. If you like the dive bar nightlife or day drinking life, it was a fun place. They served food as well but only until a certain time.
I hate to even share this because it opens me up to an additional way of being tracked but it’s still disturbs me over a year later. My husband and I stayed there one night only and were visiting from Florida. Within a week I got a request on LinkedIn from an employee/​manager at Brewhouse Inn. We aren’t remotely close to being in the same industry and I don’t know anyone in Milwaukee so I can’t help but think there was some creeping going on either with my credit card or personal information. It really bothers me and I don’t think it was just a coincidence.

The staff was rude to us from the moment we arrived. The valet stood and watched us struggle through the door with our luggage rather than offer to help by holding the door. Our initial greeting from the front desk was «Are you checking in or just taking your luggage for a walk?» The room itself was ok at best. We didn’t end up staying the night here. We did not feel the room and hospitality at this hotel was worth the price tag.

I’m hesitant to give 4 stars… I’d say 3 ½… But stay with me…
I was in charge of planning a bachelorette party. I had been talking with the brewhouse almost bi-​weekly since middle of January (party in March)
I had to add rooms-​cancel rooms-​add parking-​ask an assorted amount of questions… I was on it!
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***Nick (Nick O? Works in the mornings) was super amazing and helpful and was awesome awesome. Also Steve the valet– tip him well– he’s the bomb. Very helpful and genuine guy.***
Checking In– I had requested and requested to have our suites on the same floor. I was reassured there would be almost no problem with that…
Didn’t happen. BUT I do understand it’s not guaranteed.
The Stay– gorgeous rooms. Fast service. Huge space. Super unique design. Very comfortable and accommodating.
Check Out– pretty straight forward at the desk. I paid cash and card and they were totally ok with that
*BUT*here’s were things go a little south…
After double and triple and quadruple checking on our rooms I was charged for a room we didn’t have/​use. Then there were more than a few pending charges on my credit card that didn’t match my receipts at all… I have hopes the pending charges will be fixed before I’m charged but I called the manager and didn’t hear back… but it’s a Sunday-​maybe there will be more a resolve on Monday.

This hotel is simply beautiful and amazing. Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are gorgeous, little kitchenettes are perfect. Decorations and style really feel modern yet old world. Clean. Attached restaurant has good food and drinks-​perfect place to stay in downtown Milwaukee. I’ve been here before and will return again and again.

Best Hotel Stay EVER! Not only is this place so gorgeously unique… I mean, it’s the old Pabst brewery turned into a hotel… How cool is that? The staff is AMAZING! Friendly, fun, and so so hospitable right down to the valet and servers in the restaurant. Speaking of the restaurant, my fiancé and are only here for the night. We’ve already hit up the restaurant for snacks and drinks twice– the food is outstanding. SO much yumminess for a very fair price. We just ordered room service and were SHOCKED at the amount of food and how tiny the bill was. I think we’ve eaten/​snacked three times today totaling $ 40 for two people and there was a glass of wine in there somewhere. I will be vacationing back to Milwaukee JUST to stay here. Gorgeous, friendly and Yummy… It’s like the trifecta of what a good hotel should be! Do yourself a favor and stay here at least once. You will not regret it! Thanks for such an awesome time guys. We haven’t even slept yet and I’m writing this review. Top notch hotel. Worth every single penny!!!

This is the old Pabst Brewery that has been converted into a hotel. I love the way they have kept the build as original as possible with the exposed brick, copper kettles and beams. They décor is upcycling which is currently very trending. The rooms/​suites are very large with a livingroom and kitchenette. The bathroom is spacious with a huge shower but no bathtub. They upgraded our room when we arrived which was awesome! Valet parking is extra and a bit price at $ 26.00. A free breakfast is included but it is very basic. My only issue with the hotel is the location. It isn’t in a very vibrant part of Milwaukee.

What a cool hotel! This used to be the Pabst Brewery and turned into a hotel. The décor here is industrial like and they’ve incorporated recycled material from the brewery.
I believe I stayed in the Veranda suite. It is a huge room equipped with a small kitchen, exposed brick and vaulted ceilings.
Our stay here includes a continental breakfast. The staff are really nice (even the valet guy). I would definitely stay here again.

Room 514
Clean, comfortable firm bed, fully stocked kitchen, free WiFi, old brew kettles, cols breakfast typically not found at boutique hotels, door men were nice
Parking situation
Valet in the rest of hotel, lot across the street.
Parking structure blocks the view of the skyline
About 15 min walk through a vacant part of the city.

What a cool hotel! I was so excited to see that this part of town started to get renovated, and even more excited when a hotel as cool as The Brewhouse was a part. My college friends and I book a trip to Milwaukee every year in the summer and winter, and we always stay at one of the standard bearers downtown. When we heard about the Brewhouse, we were excited to splurge on the place. They didn’t disappoint– this hotel does things very well– it’s exciting to have such a great property available.
We ended up getting a couple of rooms, one with a veranda, the other a «Standard» room. The veranda suite is more like a loft apartment. Complete with kitchen, beautiful terrace, and a full bedroom, this was an extremely unique room. We had a great view of the western end of downtown, and we could see the Marquette campus.
Awesome staff– everyone was nice, but Fred and Bruce stand out as incredibly helpful. We got back late after a night out on the town, and they both went out of their way to help us get some extra blankets and get the car parked. The buffet breakfast in the morning isn’t the world’s greatest brunch, but it was well-​stocked and was perfect for us. The coffee they serve here is a must-​try– the woman in catering said it was roasted in Milwaukee– I’m looking forward to getting back for more.
Overall, this is a five-​star review for a high quality property. It’s definitely «off the beaten path» a bit, but at 10^th and Juneau everything downtown is walkable or a very cheap cab ride. This is a very well-​managed property– I am looking forward to coming back in January when we go to our annual Marquette basketball weekend.

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Room 511
They’ve done a GREAT job on converting the old Pabst Brewery into a hotel.
Yes it’s pricey, but the room we had was huge. The walls are brick so there was NO noise.
I would stay here again in a heartbeat when in Milwaukee

I should preface this by saying I didn’t actually stay here but I dropped a friend off and checked out the hotel. It is absolutely beautiful. Also, they have the coolest furniture. We actually sat on all the chairs and couches to test them all out. I love how unique and swanky the pieces were. The hotel room was all reason nice with a kitchen that included a fridge, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, sink and dishes. The stainless steel countertops were a neat touch. A beautiful bathroom with a nice looking walk in shower. After checking out the place, I wished I was staying there!

Coming from a gal who’s never been to MKE, getting the opportunity to stay in the original PBR brewery during my visit was the cat’s pajamas! Service was great and it’s more affordable than some.
The up-​cycled brewery is beautiful. Bits and pieces of what I can only assume is original brick walls, piping, brass* tops to brew kettles, and an iron* spiraling staircase are peak-​a-​booing out from the now «shabby-​chic» hotel interior.
I must have stayed in a master suite because my room was more than accommodating! Lounge area, mini kitchen, nice bathroom, and a large bedroom containing 2 beds… I was half tempted to pull the beds together because like the Romans say «When in MKE!». Alas, I just slept in one bed and the other laid lonely.
Most importantly, the double doors leading to the bedroom were giant BEER DECALS! I don’t know how they pulled off beer decals in such a classy manner, but well played Brewhouse, well played…
* = me totally guessing the material these items were made of because I am far too lazy to look it up.
Cheers!

My all time favourite hotel. Ever. There I said it!
The Brewhouse Inn & Suites is one of the original Pabst Blue Ribbon brewery buildings (as I learned I believe there are 28 still standing). This building is far and away the most amazing.
A little about my taste in design, I’m a huge fan of the industrial, loft, exposed wood/​brick/​steel raw elements. The more the merrier for me I gotta say, and Brewhouse has it by the pint load!
Walking in the huge arches cast in concrete which open up to the lobby where when you look above you can see that you are standing under what used to be a giant copper still formally user to brew PBR.
The staff were friendly and check-​in was a synch! The best was yet to come when the elevator opened up onto the 5^th floor. I walked out and looked below and the tops of the those same copper stills are still connected to long pipes that traverse a huge open atrium. The tops of each copper still now sit flush along a huge open event space/​additional party area/​lobby. Amazing.
The best of all was my room. Easily a 20−25ft ceiling with exposed brick, wooden beams and vintage looking light fixtures all around. The bed was incredibly comfortable (a King I might add) and the couch/​ottoman were awesome. Not to mention this wasn’t just a room, it was a full on bachelor suite, complete with kitchen (fridge, microwave, mini-​stove, sink, cabinets, etc).
I loved the bathroom too, shelving and toilet paper dispensers made from reclaimed wood and ½ inch black iron plumbing pipe, AND a massive walk-​in shower which was easily 12 feet high inside (with floor to ceiling glass doors to match.
If I could transplant this place to my own condo back in Toronto, I would in a second!
My ONLY items of criticism lay with the advertised free breakfast, which is little more than cereal, pastries, bagels and yoghurt. Wasn’t exactly what I was looking for in the morning but I made do. The other thing was the elevator, I feel like they were trying to make it go slowly to resemble a more ancient elevator, clanging a bell at each floor, but I found this a touch inconvenient when the elevator filled with others and I needed to wait even longer to reach my floor or the lobby.
All in all though, I’m happy to revisit the Brewhouse anytime I’m back in MKE. No arm twisting needed!