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Karsten Hotel

2.0 star property

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Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi
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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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122 Ellis St, Kewaunee, WI, 54216
  • Place, Kewaunee County Historical Society
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kewaunee Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Salmon Harbor Marina
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Family Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Deluxe Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Karsten Hotel

A 24-hour business centre, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, free newspapers and tour/ticket assistance. Housekeeping is available on request.
Karsten Hotel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and portable fans. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Kewaunee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Karsten Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a 24-hour business centre and a car charging station
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and Harbor Park
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Karsten Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Kewaunee hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hunting

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

KARSTEN HOTEL Hotel
KARSTEN HOTEL Kewaunee
KARSTEN HOTEL Hotel Kewaunee

Karsten Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 54 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place to stay in Kewaunee. Lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

April

The place is kinda cool in a old school eay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We love the Karsten Hotel!! Alex is a wonderful host, very friendly and accommodating. We love the mystery and history of this place. We look forward to our next stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Karsten is not a high end hotel, but if you like the vibe of an antique store, you will love this hotel. Has views of Lake Michigan and is walking distance to variety of eating and entertainment establishments.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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4/10 Poor

Tim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little on the older side, cheap and just a place to lay down for a few hours.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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4/10 Poor

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historical building. Rooms are very historical. Bathroom was actually decent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera

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

Beautiful Quaint Hotel

If you are wanting a Holiday Inn type stay, keep looking but if you want a laid back stay with a gracious host, book this hotel. Alex is a wonderful host!! We had such nice visits with him! The front porch is so peaceful with a beautiful view of Lake Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool and unique old property. Owner/staff were great. Definately not your "big chain" hotel. Will definately consider returning the next time we stay in Kewaunee!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is very nice and will go out of his way to make sure you're stay is amazing. The hotel has so much history inside. Loved the decor. I really can't stress how amazing the owner is. He made our stay. He showed us the bar which is amazing with its orginal floor and stained glass.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

linc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The historic building was great to stay in. We heard the foot steps the first night, and the music the second. Could have been our imagination of course.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

Experience you need to try.

It was a very unique experience. Alex was amazing(owner). Very happy to assist our needs and show us the unique property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full of character! The history and character absolutely cannot be found at other hotels. Great value. Could certainly use some upkeep, but it is clean and comfortable. Nice proximity to the lake for a beautiful walk out to the lighthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

GAIL

Quirky and unique
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

zach

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing in the area was came into a locked dark building. Honestly didn’t even stay the night I left 45 minutes into checking in. If you like ghosts and an old building this Is the place for you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an OLD hotel. I love old hotels. It has personality, character and it's own identity. It also has wear and tear. If you want boring corporate cookie cutter facilities, stay elsewhere. If you want a true travel experience, stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Owner greeted us and was very friendly and chatty. The place is unique an amazing, wish we were staying longer to enjoy hanging in the lobby or the 2nd floor sitting area. Only downsides were wimpy shower output and no blinds on windows that faced east. Great AC though! Short walk to a good pub meal and super cold beers!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old but good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was spacious and comfortable. There was an issue with our air conditioning and the staff changed our room right away. The hallways are quiet. Convenient street parking right in front. Don't let the lobby fool you, this is a gem.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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4/10 Poor

Bruce

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Poor lighting on the stairs and upper floors. Rooms ok. The hotel is over 100 years old and so is the bed and pillows. No curtains on windows. Owner very friendly and helpful. Good for a cheap over night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Erin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old, rundown motel. We didn't even have curtains or blinds of any kind in our room. I felt very unsafe the entire night and would never stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was surely a nice place at one time. Those days are long gone. Dirty, plumbing problems, strange smells.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Caitlin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I made a reservation and upon arrival, nobody answered the door or phone. I had to call another nearby hotel for a place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ceiling was leaking when I checked in the bathroom toilet would not flush The continental breakfast was offered whenever management woke up And the factory next door was working overtime so I got to listen to machines running all night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emiliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We recently had the pleasure of staying at the Karsten Hotel, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Definitely not your average hotel stay! The moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and impeccable service. The check-in process was seamless and quick, making us feel welcome right away. The room was spacious, spotless, and uniquely decorated. The bed was incredibly comfortable. What truly sets this hotel apart is the owner. He went above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable. His genuine hospitality and dedication to guest satisfaction were evident in every interaction. We highly recommend Karsten Hotel to anyone looking for a home away from home stay. We would definitely return on our next visit to Kewaunee. Emiliya B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024