Racine, WI

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Wind Point lighthouse in Racine, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 521192524
Wind Point lighthouse in Racine, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 521192524
Cantilevered “Romeo and Juliet” balcony at Wingspread, former residence of S.C. Johnson and family. Limited tour schedule but free and well worth it

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Lion House
After a full day of Milwaukee traffic and bustle I needed a day away. I took off at first light and drove for a while. This is where I ended up at. 

It was so peaceful and quite. I so need to recenter myself after driving in Milwaukee's concrete jungle. 

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Where to stay in Racine

Racine City View at Night with Illuminated Buildings

Historic Downtown Racine

Unique features of Historic Downtown Racine include the restaurants and lake views. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or Racine Art Museum while you're exploring the area.

Historic Downtown Racine
The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
$135 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$159 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,920 reviews)
With extra frigid cold weather, we didn’t need to leave the hotel. Enough to keep us busy, relax in the lobby by the fireplace and play cards, great restaurants, a spa and a gym… they had it all. We ate at Mason Street Grill and the Lobby lounge as well as the cafe for breakfast. All the food was ...

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
$121 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$142 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,537 reviews)
Fun hotel, great staff. We had a room mixup and although they were unable to switch us to our reserved accommodations, they were very apologetic and offered us a generous credit and also agreed to free parking when asked.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

3 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
$100 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$118 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,034 reviews)
Staff quick to respond. Amenities were awesome.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Wisconsin Treehouse Getaway!

Wisconsin Treehouse Getaway!

Racine WI
Stay at this apartment in Racine. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Keland House and Quarry Lake Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
We had incredible experience/ stay at this place. The host is very friendly and flexible! The place is absolutely gorgeous with amazing view of the lake. Very clean well kept home! Definitely recommend this place!!

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Wisconsin Treehouse Getaway!
3-bedroom vacation home just a short walk to Lake Michigan

3-bedroom vacation home just a short walk to Lake Michigan

Racine WI
Stay at this vacation home in Racine. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions North Beach Park and Racine Zoo ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
Convenient location, comfortable house, thoughtful amenities, easy walk to lake, quick drive for food and various activities.

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

3-bedroom vacation home just a short walk to Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan Waterfront Designer Villa

Lake Michigan Waterfront Designer Villa

Racine WI
Stay at this villa in Racine. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Wingspread and Wind Point Lighthouse are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Very many so. We are having a summer event in Racine and plan to use this property again if possible. The hosts are fantastic, the property is great, my family really enjoyed the time spent.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Lake Michigan Waterfront Designer Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Racine

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
22
5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
94
4 - Good 58%
3 - Okay
37
3 - Okay 23%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Visited the Chinese lantern festival at the Racine zoo. It was fantastic.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I live in Racine so things and Racine are not new to me I just spent most of my time around the hotel in around the stores and restaurants around the hotel I have been living here for about 2 weeks I pay a weekly rate and it's wonderful

3/5 - Okay

Duchess

Will not go back

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Regency Mall was a good experience.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Live here. Nothing special

4/5 - Good

Cynthia

Even with all the construction it was still easy to get to where we needed to be

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