What's it like in Historic Downtown La Crosse?

Historic Downtown La Crosse is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Are you looking for Historic Downtown La Crosse travel tips? Make sure that you visit La Crosse Center and Oktoberfest Grounds while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Historic Downtown La Crosse?

Based on our traveller data, Radisson Hotel La Crosse is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Downtown La Crosse. This hotel is steps from La Crosse Center, and offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include GrandStay Hotel & Suites and The Charmant Hotel .

How many hotels will I find in the Historic Downtown La Crosse area?

Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Downtown La Crosse to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater La Crosse area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Downtown La Crosse, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Historic Downtown La Crosse.

What is there to do around this La Crosse neighbourhood?

If you have some time to wander around and enjoy the activities in Historic Downtown La Crosse, you could stop by La Crosse Queen Cruise Dock, The Wine Guyz or Mississippi Explorer Cruise Dock. La Crosse Center and Oktoberfest Grounds are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Children's Museum of La Crosse, Swarthout Museum and Hixon House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Historic Downtown La Crosse. While you're out sightseeing in La Crosse, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Pump House Regional Arts Center or Weber Center for the Performing Arts.

Top 10 Historic Downtown La Crosse Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown La Crosse hotels

A brick building with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign for 'Pharmacy'.

1. The Charmant Hotel

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Lea

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a 'NO DIVING' sign, and a pool.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites La Crosse Downtown

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Robert

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the street.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton La Crosse

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Terra

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy indoor seating area with a fireplace, stone walls, and a bar with a green accent wall.

4. Radisson Hotel La Crosse

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Anna

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a modern kitchen in the background.

5. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Erin

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped area with trees and shrubs.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott La Crosse Downtown

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Paula

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of a river and bridge.

7. Courtyard by Marriott La Crosse

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a brick building, a paved walkway, and a clear sky.

8. Pearl Street Hotel & Suites

Historic Downtown La Crosse

John

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A brick building with a large window, a door with a sign, and a street lamp.

9. Hatchery Riverside Hotel & Event Venue

Historic Downtown La Crosse

Heidi

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Candlewood Suites" sign, featuring a brick facade and a modern design.

10. Candlewood Suites La Crosse N by IHG

Lower Northside, 1.3 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Robert

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

11. Gundersen Hotel & Suites

Powell-Poage-Hamilton, 1.7 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Nicolas

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, wooden chairs, and tables.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, La Crosse, WI

Northside, 4.6 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Maggie

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a swimming pool, a lighthouse, and a dolphin sculpture.

13. AmericInn by Wyndham La Crosse Riverfront-Conference Center

Northside, 4.2 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Brayden

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and ceiling, surrounded by chairs and tables.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham La Crosse

Northside, 3.9 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Christan

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

15. Best Western Plus LaCrescent / LaCrosse

4.9 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Leanne

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a desk lamp, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a patterned carpet.

16. Quality Inn La Crosse North

Northside, 4.2 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Doug

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a nightstand, and three landscape paintings on the wall.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham La Crosse

Northside, 4.6 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Sharon G

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a wooden dresser, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a television on a shelf, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

18. Rodeway Inn La Crosse

Lower Northside, 1.8 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, metal railings, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Onalaska La Crosse Area by IHG

8.5 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Anna

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

20. Hampton Inn Lacrosse/Onalaska

8.7 km from Historic Downtown La Crosse

Anne

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Historic Downtown La Crosse

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hatchery Riverside Hotel & Event Venue	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 101 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites La Crosse Downtown	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Charmant Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton La Crosse	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 955 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott La Crosse Downtown	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 860 reviews	View

Where to stay in Historic Downtown La Crosse

Find the best Historic Downtown La Crosse areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Northside

While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Black River Beach and Riverside Amusement Park.

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Lower Northside

While Lower Northside isn't home to many top sights, Oktoberfest Grounds and La Crosse Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Washburn

While visiting Washburn, you might make a stop by sights like Mississippi River and Dahl Auto Museum.

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Grandview-Emerson

Though Grandview-Emerson may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Oktoberfest Grounds and La Crosse Center.

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Bluffside

While there might not be top attractions in Bluffside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oktoberfest Grounds and La Crosse Center.

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Top Historic Downtown La Crosse Hotel Reviews

Gundersen Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good

"Staff was very accommodating especially when the power went out Sunday morning. Offered free soda, water, and coffee all day long. Breakfast very basic and restocked in timely manner"