Hilton Milwaukee City Center, hilton-branded hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Hilton Milwaukee City Center is an Art Deco-style hotel building in downtown Milwaukee originally built in 1928 as the Schroeder Hotel. The 23-story structure was designed by Chicago architects Holabird and Roche and features a four-story base with public spaces, 13 floors of guest rooms, and a smaller six-story upper section with distinctive setbacks along the sides.
The building was constructed in 1928 during the Roaring Twenties by businessman Walter Schroeder just before Prohibition began. After changing ownership multiple times, it was renamed Marc Plaza in 1972 and taken over by Marcus Corporation in 1995, which gave it the name Hilton Milwaukee.
The hotel bears the name of its original owner Walter Schroeder and served as a gathering place for Milwaukee's social life during Prohibition. The lavishly appointed lobby with red marble walls and ornamental plaster ceilings reflects the luxury guests sought here.
The hotel is located in downtown Milwaukee and offers a convenient base for exploring nearby art galleries, museums, and theaters. The skywalk connection to the Wisconsin Center eases access to events and allows visitors to navigate the city without walking long distances.
Walter Schroeder, the original owner, lived in a luxurious penthouse on the top floor of the hotel, which he occupied until 1965. This personal connection to the building's peak reflects his deep commitment to the property.
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