Katie B.
Yelp
This isn't a big modern hotel - nor is it meant to be....it's a quaint inn located over an Irish pub. If you enter from the front, you walk through the entrance of the pub back to the check-in desk. The rooms are a good size, clean and tidy, and looks a bit "lived in" - as if you were staying in your aunt's guest room. The bathroom area is separated off and had a jacuzzi tub, (small) shower that had good water pressure, a "water closet" and a sink area (which is also where the coffee maker was located). There isn't exactly a closet, but there is a luggage rack and a bar for hanging your garments (on top of this is an iron and ironing board).
The pub was also very clean and warm feeling. Everyone that we encountered at the inn and the pub was friendly and helpful.
Best Things:
Location! This was by far the best thing about County Clare Inn. The Inn is located with-in waking distance to the lake, shops, restaurants/cafes and many of the events that happen in Milwaukee (Bastille Day was being celebrated the Sunday we were there).
The price. Honestly, this place was very reasonably priced given the location and room. At the time we stayed, they offered a promotion for select days of the week which included: a standard queen room, breakfast, parking, and two drinks at the pub.
Things to think about:
One of the draws of this hotel is that it offers breakfast....and maybe if you stay on the weekend and are able to order from their breakfast menu you'll have a better breakfast experience than I did. But, if you are staying during the week, here is what you should expect: Breakfast is held in the pub. Along the bar there is coffee offered along with hot water and teas. There was also a basket of apples and a selection of 2 (or 3?) cereals. There is also a small refrigerator that held some milk and yogurt. In addition, there is a stand that had bread, English muffins, and bagels. The latter were individually wrapped. Finally, there was a gentleman that would make you eggs/an omelet. Omelet and apple were good. Bagel was stale, and it got tossed. Coffee was okay. So....breakfast was okay, but after seeing some of the other reviews I was expecting a little more -- just setting expectations for you here.
The hotel was clean, but around the tub could use a little bleach as there was some "darker" (mold?) spots along the edge.
Overall:
If you are looking for a streamlined, minimalistic modern hotel - then this isn't your place. But, if you're looking for a friendly, comfortable place to stay in Milwaukee that has a great location and good price -- stay here!
Hint/Suggestion:
Parking is in the back of the hotel. It is a little tight, and they may ask for your keys if you need to double park in the lot. If you are able, back into your spot. We watched a few cars juggling to get out in the morning.