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"One of the Best Inns We've Ever Stayed At!"
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"Simply Amazing!"
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"An Inn of Choice, Indeed! An incredible Gem!"
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"An elegant place to refresh and unwind!"
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"One of the best B&B's I have ever stayed at!"
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"Historical beauty with hospitality to match!"
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"The Inn Is a Masterpiece!"
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"A remarkable place to stay!"
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#1 Rated Hotel in Wisconsin
#7 Small Stays in the U.S.
Top 1% Lodging Properties Worldwide
The Stewart Inn stands apart among hotels in Wausau, offering a historic and luxurious boutique hotel experience in the heart of downtown. With a traditional bed and breakfast feel, this elegant Wausau hotel is the perfect choice for a romantic getaway, birthday escape, or midweek retreat.
Located in a beautifully restored 1906 Prairie-style mansion, the Stewart Inn features original chandeliers, stained glass windows, decorative fireplaces, and sconces. Designed by George Maher—a key figure in the American Arts and Crafts movement and a contemporary of Frank Lloyd Wright—it remains one of the most intact examples of Maher’s architecture in the world.
This Wausau, WI, hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was the first property in the city to receive the designation. Just steps from the Andrew Warren Historic District, the Inn is near the Cyrus Yawkey Museum, Marathon County Historical Museum, and Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art.
Guests enjoy rooms with king beds, ensuite baths, fireplaces, luxury linens, and a gourmet breakfast prepared fresh each morning. Whether you’re exploring downtown Wausau, visiting the 400 Block, or spending time at Rib Mountain, we will ensure a personalized and cozy stay. Experience one of the finest hotels near Wausau, Wisconsin, at the Stewart Inn.
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Fuller Room
Sheldon Room
Burt Room
Fahlgren Room
Foster Room
Our Unmatched
amenities
We will welcome you with a nightly wine reception during your stay. You will experience personal touches making your stay unforgettable
Enjoy our gourmet
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Enjoy with all your senses a gourmet multi-course breakfast and discover home-made chocolate truffles or other surprises during your stay.
Take the time to
unwind
Kick your feet up and stay for a while! Have a great spa experience in the privacy of your own room. Or, order from our large pillow menu for a restful night you won’t soon forget.
Downtown's luxury boutique hotel with bed and breakfast experience
Located in Wausau’s vibrant downtown river district and within six blocks of all the restaurants, shops and businesses, the Stewart Inn is the premiere lodging destination for guests seeking a luxury boutique hotel with bed and breakfast experience. In addition to our gourmet multi-course breakfasts, state-of-the-art technology, luxurious mattresses and fine linens, we offer a steam shower with every room and a nightly wine reception.
The Stewart Inn is less than five miles from Granite Peak and centrally located in Wisconsin. It is within a few hours from Milwaukee, Madison, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Green Bay, Bayfield, La Crosse, Eau Claire and Chicago.
We are consistently rated as the #1 hotel in Wausau on Expedia, TripAdvisor Booking.com & Google. Next time you travel to Wausau make your reservation with us.
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Red Eye Brewing
Arguably, Wausau’s most popular restaurant, Red Eye is a micro-brewery, gastropub with a fun and funky atmosphere and approachable menu. They genuinely source many of the foods they serve from local farms and they offer some creative dishes. The most popular items on their menu are wood-fired pizza, burgers, the b.l.a.t., the lamb meatballs, the chicken wings, the citrus shrimp salad and the signature salad. But for vegans, they offer arguably our favorite dish, the Vegan Wrap.
Ciao
Ciao is one of Wausau’s best restaurants and nicest dining environments. They offer fabulous service, fun cocktails and an eclectic menu. Located just 5 1/2 blocks from the Stewart Inn, Ciao features contemporary Italian/New American cuisine with fresh pasta, awesome pork chops and Randy’s favorite dish, the “Shrimp Chartreuse” appetizer.
The Mint Cafe
Serving diners since 1888, The Mint Cafe is an institution in downtown Wausau. “The Mint” offers a fun, casual ambiance and classic diner menu with a few twists. Two of our favorite items are the chicken pot pie and the vanilla malt.
Van Acre
Van Acre is one of Wausau’s newest restaurants and a great place for lunch or dinner on the west side of town. Their signature dishes are the wood fired pork chops and the fig and speck flatbread. And for those who love cocktails, don’t miss the Vanhattan.
Osso Buco
Osso Buco is an elevated Italian restaurant with great pastas, delicious risotto, their signature osso buco and some exceptional desserts. They are one of the rising star restaurants in the fantastic Wausau dining scene and we have heard exceptional feedback from our guests.
Lemongrass
Featuring what may be the most trendy atmosphere in Wausau and amazing Thai, Asian cuisine, Lemongrass is one of the most successful restaurants in Wausau. They offer delicious food, generous portions, good service and guest friendly hours.
Pinewood Supper Club
Regarded as one of the top supper clubs in the state, Pinewood doesn’t disappoint. They offer a classic Northwoods ambiance, great supper club food, a top-notch Old Fashioned and a beautiful setting on Half Moon Lake. Our favorite dishes are the cracker-crusted walleye, the halibut oscar, the fried shrimp, the Friday night fish fry and the ice cream drinks.
Back When Cafe
Back When Cafe has been perennially voted the best restaurant in Wausau and the accolades reflect the consistent excellence they deliver. They serve an eclectic menu of items from brie stuffed salmon, to seared ahi tuna, to veal piccata, to baked gnocchi. They are renowned for their carrot cake which Randy agrees is both delicious and generous. Back When is three blocks from the Stewart Inn.
Tine & Cellar
Tine & Cellar is a fun and trendy restaurant that has 50 beers on tap and features a menu that appeals to most everyone. They offer some yummy soups and salads, a few sandwiches and a wide variety of appetizers and entrees. The one dish we always recommend is the whitefish dip. It is one of the best whitefish dip we have ever had.
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