The Muse Gallery Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan

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Traditional building with a balcony and decorative window, set amidst a welcoming entrance.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, side table, and large window.
Relax in this inviting bedroom with a large round mirror, patterned bedding, and a comfortable bed.
Stairs lead to a garden with a tree and pathway.
Relax by the fire pit surrounded by lush gardens and comfortable seating.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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602 E. Lincoln Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53207
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fiserv Forum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

Loli Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Julia's Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Angela's Suite

  • 500 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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About the neighborhood

Milwaukee

Located in Bay View, The Muse Gallery Guesthouse is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Lake Michigan and Basilica of Saint Josaphat. This 3.5-star bed & breakfast has 4 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Potawatomi Bingo Casino - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Fiserv Forum - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 8 min drive
  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Guanajuato Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Depot - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Bay View - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bridgewater Modern Grill - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Muse Gallery Guesthouse

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan
The Muse Gallery Guesthouse features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a library.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 48-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. IPod docks, private yards, and refrigerators are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1889
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.75 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 1 and younger (only guests older than 1 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Muse Gallery Guesthouse?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Bay View within a short 17-minute walk of Lake Michigan and also 18 minutes on foot from Basilica of Saint Josaphat. You'll also find Harley-Davidson Museum and Fiserv Forum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does The Muse Gallery Guesthouse have a casino on the premises?

No, The Muse Gallery Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Muse Gallery Guesthouse good for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and Netflix as well as free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse?

No, but this bed & breakfast offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Muse Gallery Guesthouse have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Muse Gallery Guesthouse serves free full breakfasts each morning from its snack bar.

Does The Muse Gallery Guesthouse allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Where is the closest airport to The Muse Gallery Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to The Muse Gallery Guesthouse is General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE), which is 4.7 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County), which is located 21.1 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Muse Gallery Guesthouse.

The Muse Gallery Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners are awesome and very beautifully place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, friendly team, and lovely breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LuAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host. Comfortable and spacious accommodations. Wish we could have stayed longer! Definitely would return and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space, and that is truly a gallery of local artists with its decorations. Mary Ellen is a wonderful host that really thought of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful, especially breakfast! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the location of this property. It was well kept and clean. The owners were nice and inviting. They had a wonderful breakfast for us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna-Nanine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you like waking to a perfect cup of coffee and hearty and healthy breakfast after a fantastic night's sleep, look no more. The Muse Gallery Guesthouse delivers on the promise of an excellent bed and breakfast. The food was homemade and delicious, even tailored to guest needs (I'm gluten-free). The hosts were friendly and hospitable, greeting us with snacks and sangria, but respectful of privacy. And when I had a work issue and needed a notary, they got on the neighborhood listserv and found me someone right away. All this in a beautiful space, with art displayed everywhere. We will definitely return if and when we get back to Milwaukee.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful place! So friendly! Great service;)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mary Ellen was great and it was a wonderful unique experience! Wish we had more timeto stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mary and Andrew couldn't have been nicer. Unique experience (art on all of the walls) is something that we will forever remember. I will absolutely stay here again if we are back in Milwaukee!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and quiet. Beautiful inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Mary Ellen was very kind and knowledgeable about the area. We had a great short stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures don’t do it justice. It is amazing inside. The artwork is amazing. Service is great! We went for our honeymoon, and they gave us a smal gift for our wedding! The Julia room is the one I’d recommend taking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommended Awesomeness

Mary Ellen was the most awesome host. Breakfast was healthy and fresh (fruits, cheeses, veggies, lunch meats… the huge be was very comfortable. The dining and living room was private. Bayview is the most unique cool neighborhood. We will be back. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fun place with lovely hosts.

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an exceptionally pleasant stay at The Muse. I enjoyed the local art displayed in the rooms, the rooms were clean, the beds comfortable, breakfast was delicious and our hosts friendly and informative. I will return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply wonderful.. from the moment we arrived to the time we left.. could not have asked for a better place to stay.. I will definitely come back to stay in the future..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mary and her husband are the best host. The house is beautiful and uniquely decorated in a quiet neighborhood. Breakfast is tasty with healthy ingredients. I didn't know french toast could go so well with hazelnut and sausage and fluffy scrambled eggs could be paired with sauté vegetables. My husband and I plan to stay at the Muse Gallery guesthouse when we visit Milwaukee again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022