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Karsten Hotel

2.0 star property

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Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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122 Ellis St, Kewaunee, WI, 54216
  • Harbor Park
    1 min walk
  • Tug Ludington
    3 min walk
  • Kewaunee Marina
    13 min walk
  • Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)
    42 min drive

Room options

Superior Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Family Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Deluxe Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Karsten Hotel

Kewaunee hotel steps from Lake Michigan
A 24-hour business center, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator 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 hair dryers and portable fans. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Kewaunee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Irons/ironing boards, 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.
Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This hotel offers access to a 24-hour business center. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. This business-friendly hotel also offers multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Karsten Hotel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Languages

English, French, Spanish, Turkish

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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 center

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 50 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa J Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very interesting, old hotel. Needs a lot of work. The breakfast items were sitting out for 2 days, including the juice. Don’t eat breakfast there! The owner was very nice and accommodating although his attire and personal appearance was extremely poor. We were the only people there. Maybe the hotels lack of upkeep is why. I don’t want this hotel to see its demise because of its historic value. Not sure we’ll return. This was our 4th time there, and each time it was under new ownership and went downhill each time. Too bad
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

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

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No lighting on in the building. Very dark.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Building is very old and needs repairs. Our room was not as advertised on Expedia. We were told we’d get a room that sleeps 5 and we got a room with two queen beds. The foot of the beds were facing one another, with a small walkway between. That was the extent of the size of the room. The room wasn’t dirty per se but it was really outdated, damaged and there were cob webs everywhere .The bathroom was spacious, although there was black mold in the shower. The gentleman manning the desk was very kind and considerate but let us know that Expedia did not charge us for any additional people meaning we were expected to pay an addition $20 for each of our 3 kids when we arrived at the hotel. This place is really not somewhere I would stay again and I would not only NOT recommend it, but I would tell others to avoid it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just Go! I booked a three night reservation through Expedia. I asked for a response from the hotel, but never received one. The hotel booked us on the third floor. I told the clerk who was new I wasn’t able to climb the stairs to the third floor. He called the owner many times to find out what to do. When he finally reached the owner, the owner’s response was “Tell them to go!” but we were supposed to pay for the three nights. It took two hours to get things settled- I had to pay for the first night. At 8:30pm we were lucky to find lodging. Expedia did credit partly us for the trouble, but what a mess. The hotel is old and creepy and the only way into the hotel is by having the clerk unbolt the door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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

8/10 Good

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

2/10 Terrible

Colton

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room had old thin sheer curtain, we could see into our neighbors room and vise versa(old building has rooms with a narrow way between main walls so windows are directly across from each other like just a few feet in between them) I mentioned this to owner, he wasnt too concerned but said he'd take the suggestion. Need more hooks for clothing, towels, etc and shelves or area around sink for toiletries. (Pedastal sink is outside bathroom and right in front of window where you see into other room).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

10/10 Excellent

Emiliya

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Madeiline

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hey yall if you travel with a ton of luggage be forewarned there is no elevator but if you travel light like me this place is absolutely TOPS. Alex has the greatest customer service and loved our puppy! Gave her cheese and everything 😁 i loved the hob knob decor and vintage chairs also you gotta check out the jaguar under the glass table in the lobby. Literally a 5 minute walk to the beach and pier at lake michigan, 30 minutes from green bay, right round the corner from a cheese shop and 2 seconds away from the bowling alley which is only 3$ per 10 frames. Straight up will be coming back here anytime we come to wisconsin. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Scot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

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

8/10 Good

Joe

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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

8/10 Good

Will

Traveled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

THOMAS, Wauwatosa

Traveled with group
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

4/10 Poor

Bruce

Traveled with family
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

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