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Stroll along the scenic Riverwalk where locals gather for summer concerts and kayakers glide past historic brick buildings. Visit the Octagon House Museum to discover Victorian treasures, then sample artisan cheese at the Saturday farmers market downtown.
Top reviews in Watertown
Best Western Watertown
Best Western WatertownWatertown
10/10 Excellent
Our room was spotless, the breakfast buffet had many choices and was delicious, the staff was helpful and we would absolutely choose to stay here again.
Our room was spotless, the breakfast buffet had many choices and was delicious, the staff was helpful and we would absolutely choose to stay here again.
Kelly
The Katherine Holle House
The Katherine Holle HouseWatertown
10/10 Excellent
Owners were amazing and layout of rooms unique. We are definitely going to be staying there again. Breakfast in the morning was fantastic
Owners were amazing and layout of rooms unique. We are definitely going to be staying there again. Breakfast in the morning was fantastic
Anonymous traveler
Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown WI
Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown WIWatertown
10/10 Excellent
Desk attended was friendly. Pre-check in made arrival and check in very quick!
Desk attended was friendly. Pre-check in made arrival and check in very quick!
Amy
Shane Acres Country Inn
Shane Acres Country InnJuneau
10/10 Excellent
Can't wait until I can go back in warm weather to use their beautiful outdoor pool, & the hot tub (the hot tub is available year-round but some work had to be done on it). I was very hedonistic & enjoyed the solitude of the jacuzzi in my own room, and it was lovely to be able to watch the marsh go to sleep, then reawaken in the morning, all from the comfy coziness of my own room . The full body hammock-type tree swings were such a treat, too; overall, this was a much-needed healing retreat for...
Can't wait until I can go back in warm weather to use their beautiful outdoor pool, & the hot tub (the hot tub is available year-round but some work had to be done on it). I was very hedonistic & enjoyed the solitude of the jacuzzi in my own room, and it was lovely to be able to watch the marsh go to sleep, then reawaken in the morning, all from the comfy coziness of my own room . The full body hammock-type tree swings were such a treat, too; overall, this was a much-needed healing retreat for...
Lisa
Best Western Plus Jefferson
Best Western Plus JeffersonJefferson
10/10 Excellent
Property was clean and well kept. Staff very friendly!
Property was clean and well kept. Staff very friendly!
MARGARET
The Delafield Hotel
The Delafield HotelDelafield
10/10 Excellent
Loved our stay!
Very clean and great service at the front desk
Loved our stay!
Very clean and great service at the front desk
Jeff
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Delafield by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Delafield by IHGDelafield
10/10 Excellent
Very nice - no complaints!
Very nice - no complaints!
Shelley
Staybridge Suites Milwaukee West-Oconomowoc by IHG
Staybridge Suites Milwaukee West-Oconomowoc by IHGOconomowoc
10/10 Excellent
The rooms are spacious and clean. Breakfast has great options and the use of the washer/dryers were invaluable to us. We will definitely stay again.
The rooms are spacious and clean. Breakfast has great options and the use of the washer/dryers were invaluable to us. We will definitely stay again.
Lori Lyn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Beaver Dam by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Beaver Dam by IHGBeaver Dam
10/10 Excellent
Nice clean new building. Disappointed that there was no hot tub and the pool area was tiny.
Nice clean new building. Disappointed that there was no hot tub and the pool area was tiny.
Anonymous traveler
Hilton Garden Inn Oconomowoc
Hilton Garden Inn OconomowocOconomowoc
10/10 Excellent
Clean, comfortable and spacious room and bed. Spacious, well-lit parking lot. Near restaurants and shops. Nice, clean pool and hot tub. Great smaller hotel bar and restaurant. Felt very at home with a friendly atmosphere. Would definitely stay here again. 🙂
Clean, comfortable and spacious room and bed. Spacious, well-lit parking lot. Near restaurants and shops. Nice, clean pool and hot tub. Great smaller hotel bar and restaurant. Felt very at home with a friendly atmosphere. Would definitely stay here again. 🙂
Kerry
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Oconomowoc
TownePlace Suites by Marriott OconomowocOconomowoc
10/10 Excellent
Great property. Clean
Great property. Clean
Kent
Mon Bijou
Mon BijouOconomowoc
10/10 Excellent
This place is beautiful and well maintained. Every detail is well thought out. We did not know it was ladies night and there was a big event, so the music and noise was but loud until 10pm. 10pm is the start of quiet hours and it absolutely got quiet right at 10pm. The food and drinks from the bar and restaurant were execellent as well as the staff. We will be back!
This place is beautiful and well maintained. Every detail is well thought out. We did not know it was ladies night and there was a big event, so the music and noise was but loud until 10pm. 10pm is the start of quiet hours and it absolutely got quiet right at 10pm. The food and drinks from the bar and restaurant were execellent as well as the staff. We will be back!
Zach
Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – Madison
Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – MadisonVillage of Cottage Grove
10/10 Excellent
This was probably the nicest hotel I have stayed at during my travels. It was as nice as some resorts I have been to. The room was spacious, modern, clean, and surprisingly quiet considering I had a room right on the balcony above the front desk. However, the thing that made this stay as good as it was, is hands down do to the staff. Every single one of them was friendly, efficient, courteous and helpful. I mostly interacted with Sofiia at the front desk, and she was wonderful. The young lady...
This was probably the nicest hotel I have stayed at during my travels. It was as nice as some resorts I have been to. The room was spacious, modern, clean, and surprisingly quiet considering I had a room right on the balcony above the front desk. However, the thing that made this stay as good as it was, is hands down do to the staff. Every single one of them was friendly, efficient, courteous and helpful. I mostly interacted with Sofiia at the front desk, and she was wonderful. The young lady...
Malcolm
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Whitewater
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott WhitewaterWhitewater
10/10 Excellent
The room and property were clean. The location great!
The room and property were clean. The location great!
Mark
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What will the weather be like when I travel to Watertown?
Weather is only one factor, but it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you are planning a longer stay in Watertown. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 25°F. The snowiest months in Watertown are January, March, February, and November, with each month seeing an average of 6 inches of snowfall.
What are the must-see places to visit in Watertown?
Watertown is known for its restaurants. Riverside Park and Tivoli Island Park are a couple of scenic spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas The Octagon House is one of the cultural attractions. Maranatha Baptist University and Johnson Creek Premium Outlets are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.
What's the best way to get to and around Watertown?
Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County), which is located 27 mi (43.5 km) from the city center. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), which is 31.4 mi (50.5 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.