The Stella Hotel & Ballroom

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with bars, 9-minute walk to Froedtert Kenosha Hospital
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2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
Rooftop terrace
Lobby
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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5706 8th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140
  • Place, Froedtert Kenosha Hospital
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenosha Public Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Simmons Island Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬
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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Kenosha

Located in Downtown Kenosha, The Stella Hotel & Ballroom is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Froedtert Kenosha Hospital and Kenosha Public Museum. This 3.5-star hotel has 80 guestrooms and offers a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Dinosaur Discovery Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Froedtert Kenosha Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Civil War Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kenosha Public Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Simmons Island Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kenosha Station - 9 min walk
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Anna’s On The Lake - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Paddy O's Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Slip 56 Bar & Galley - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Franks Diner - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Stella Hotel & Ballroom

Art Deco hotel with bars, 9-minute walk to Froedtert Kenosha Hospital
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a computer station, an arcade/game room, and express check-out.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free local calls, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 4 to 9 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • the 1844 Table & Mash
  • The Cafe at the Stella
  • The Crow's Nest

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas
  • Windsurfing
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1919
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 9 per person

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-1:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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.
  • 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

The Stella Hotel & Ballroom offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Kenosha, just steps from Dinosaur Discovery Museum and Alpaca Art, and within a short walk of Elsie Mae's Canning. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Kenosha Public Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Stella Hotel & Ballroom feature a casino at the property?

No, The Stella Hotel & Ballroom doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 bars, a restaurant with al fresco dining, and private dining.

Are there hot tubs at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Stella Hotel & Ballroom feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Stella Hotel & Ballroom serves breakfast (local cuisine) for a surcharge each morning at The Cafe at the Stella.

Does The Stella Hotel & Ballroom allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom though service animals are welcome.

Does The Stella Hotel & Ballroom have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

The closest major airport to The Stella Hotel & Ballroom is Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional), which is 6.7 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE), which is around 25.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom.

Does The Stella Hotel & Ballroom have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom if that's in your vacation plans.

The Stella Hotel & Ballroom Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 746 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Faye

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bar was fine but there was no free Breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It’s a beautiful hotel, but they need to sound proof their ballroom so as not to disturb their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Lamarr

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, convenient and great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Joelle

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff was lovely and the bed was super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean rooms. Great restaurant. Good location near the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margot

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This facility is spotless and a gorgeous hotel! Staff were friendly, and rooms were immaculate. We were in town for a wedding and were able to walk from venue and various dining options!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Francis

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel and the staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

brucette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Theo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay with one exception. The patio switch to open the door was inoperative. This made bringing in suitcases challenging as the doors were quite "stiff". I notified the desk staff on two occasions but they seemed quite indifferent. It was not fixed during our two day stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe - upscale & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025