Historic Downtown La Crosse Travel Guide

La Crosse

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Stay near popular Historic Downtown La Crosse attractions

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Photo by Kayla Schneider
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Oktoberfest Grounds

8.0/10 (121 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Oktoberfest Grounds during your stay in La Crosse. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown La Crosse

The Charmant Hotel

The Charmant Hotel

4 out of 5
101 State St. La Crosse WI
The price is ฿5,361 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿5,361
฿6,931 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Crosse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Parking across the street or valet available"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

The Charmant Hotel
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.5 out of 5
525 Front Street North La Crosse WI
The price is ฿3,295 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,295
฿3,789 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Crosse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,100 reviews)
"Check in was a bit bumpy. We asked for a private room for our anniversary, but the young hotel clerk put us on the first floor and our window faced outdoor seating. Otherwise our stay was very nice."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Radisson Hotel La Crosse

Radisson Hotel La Crosse

3.5 out of 5
200 Harborview Plaza La Crosse WI
The price is ฿3,649 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,649
฿4,196 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Crosse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,093 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Smells good when you walk in. Clean. Beautiful view of the Mississippi River. Close to UW Lacrosse campus. Shower had a rain fall shower head and it was amazing. Restaurant looked great, but didn't have the opportunity to try. They do offer a picnic basket lunch option so you ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Radisson Hotel La Crosse
Pearl Street Hotel & Suites

Pearl Street Hotel & Suites

2.5 out of 5
200 Pearl Street La Crosse WI
The price is ฿3,265 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿3,265
฿3,754 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Crosse. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions La Crosse Center and The Pump House Regional ...
8/10 Very good! (523 reviews)
"Quiet hotel with no pool and no kids! Room was great for a one night stay"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Pearl Street Hotel & Suites
Home2 Suites by Hilton La Crosse

Home2 Suites by Hilton La Crosse

3 out of 5
210 Jay Street La Crosse WI
The price is ฿3,306 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,306
฿3,801 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Crosse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (902 reviews)
"Could park in ramp across street when lot full was nice. Room clean. Bead a little hard. Typical continental breakfast. Staff was excellent. Very friendly."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton La Crosse
Hampton Inn & Suites La Crosse Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites La Crosse Downtown

2.5 out of 5
511 3rd Street N. La Crosse WI
The price is ฿3,562 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,562
฿4,096 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Crosse. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Will definitely go there again."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites La Crosse Downtown
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown La Crosse

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Northside

While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Black River Beach and Riverside Amusement Park.

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Lower Northside

While Lower Northside isn't home to many top sights, Oktoberfest Grounds and La Crosse Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Grandview-Emerson

Though Grandview-Emerson may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Oktoberfest Grounds and La Crosse Center.

Washburn

While visiting Washburn, you might make a stop by sights like Mississippi River and City Brewery.

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Open Photo by Jessica Jahnke

Bluffside

While there might not be top attractions in Bluffside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oktoberfest Grounds and La Crosse Center.

Historic Downtown La Crosse Travel Guide