Improving the Economic Vitality of Our Downtowns

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Days Inn Wausau/North/Interstate 52
116 S 17th Avenue
Wausau, Wisconsin

Days Inn & Suites Wausau
4700 Rib Mountain Dr
Wausau, Wisconsin

Jefferson Street Inn
201 Jefferson St
Wausau, Wisconsin

Best Western Midway Hotel
2901 Hummingbird Road
Wausau, Wisconsin

Hampton Inn Wausau
615 S 24th Avenue
Wausau, Wisconsin

RIB MOUNTAIN INN
2900 RIB MOUNTAIN WAY
WAUSAU, Wisconsin

Howard Johnson Wausau
2101 N Moutain Rd
Wausau, Wisconsin

La Quinta Inn Wausau
1910 Stewart Ave
Wausau, Wisconsin

Plaza Hotel And Suites
201 N 17th Ave
Wausau, Wisconsin

Super 8 Wausau Wi
2006 Stewart Ave
Wausau, Wisconsin

Courtyard by Marriott Wausau
1000 S 22nd Ave
Wausau, Wisconsin


Hotel Tips

Upon check-in, slip the desk agent a tip and ask for the best room they can find at your current booked rate. Often times a quick $10 or $20 bill can go a long way towards the mood of the person who directly decides where you lay your head for the night.

Ask to be placed opposite of any roadways. Road noise can be a constant source of pollution which may not be a noticeable problem during the day but reveals itself at night. Don't be afraid to request a room change to get a better sleep.

Avoid booking poolside for kids playing during the day and gatherings at night. Sound bounces off of the water and voices carry so ask for a room away from the pool either on the opposite side of the hotel or in higher floors.



Things To Do

Wausau brings smiles by way of doughnuts and pastries made fresh daily for your enjoyment. Everyone has their favorite of course but having a variety of bakeries is what makes downtown so special. Fritters, scones and pies oh my!

Wausau keeps your pets fed, groomed, clothed and entertained with a wide assortment of ts.s available online and in-store. Does your dog need a bit of training? Check with us for great referrals to dog walkers, trainers and veterinarians who can work with your pets.

Wausau is a great place to rent a bike and take it for a ride around downtown. There are many bike shops that sell bike and accessories as well as provide service and tuning on your ride. Don't forget your helmet and other protective gear such as reflective gear, headlight and horn.



Why Do You Love Downtown?

Gina Christ
Old time charm; friendly people

Jeremy Holmes
Supporting small business downtown is a very real way to support your local community. Downtown businesses are locals, like us.

Jackie Avery
I love supporting locals, the view, and atmosphere!

HILDA SMITH
It has some unique stores.

Sharon Wright
I like the idea of downtown merchants being more visible and that they are locally owned and operated. It's great to see what's available downtown and I look forward to the discounts as well. Being a history buff, I love see the architecture as it was back in the day which is lost in modern buildings. Downtown is charming, inviting and quaint!


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