Hotels in Oconomowoc, WI

Resting in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, Oconomowoc is a wonderful city boasting a rich Native American heritage, gorgeous green spaces all across town, interesting museums, and beautiful bodies of water to enjoy during your stay. In fact, the city’s unusual name comes from Coo-no-mo-wauk, the Potawatomi word for "waterfall." So, while exploring the area from top Oconomowoc hotels, you may notice the abundance of lakes, including Lac La Belle, Fowler Lake, Oconomowoc Lake, and Okauchee Lake, which are intrinsically tied to this city’s heritage. As a walkable city, you’ll have a great time touring town on foot or bike to discover the many gems waiting around every corner.

Traveling with kids? Take them out for a play-filled day at Imagination Station Playground in Roosevelt Park, a 99-acre city park in the south-central area of Oconomowoc. This community-designated enclosed play area with plush carpeting and other unique features will keep the little ones entertained for hours. Plus, the park boasts a baseball field with lights to play on or catch a local game during your stay at hotels in Oconomowoc.

Plan a great visit to Fowler Lake Park, a nice community park on the banks of Fowler Lake that has a basketball court, picnic areas, a playground for the little ones, plus excellent fishing and a small beach area. Take a stroll through tree-lined pathways for a great two-mile route, or take a unique historical walking tour around Fowler Lake to learn more about Oconomowoc's 'Newport of the West' era, which stretched from the 1870s to the 1930s.

Speaking of history, you can’t miss the opportunity to tour the Oconomowoc Area Historical Society and Museum just outside the best Oconomowoc hotels. This community museum lies inside the Historic National Guard Armory and boasts a collection that dates back to the 1920s, but the exhibits span periods as far back as pre-settlement forward to more recent times. Spend a few hours here learning about the local history of the area and how the town blossomed into the buzzing city you see today!

If local arts and entertainment pique your interest, make a worthy stop at the Oconomowoc Arts Center to see year-round performances, including concerts, cabaret, theater, dance, film, visual arts, and more! The center was created for the students of the Oconomowoc Area School District as well as the greater community to support and encourage the arts. While here, you’ll notice the incredible original artwork throughout the facility, including "Melody," an eight-foot-tall bronze sculpture, an original painting by renowned artist and OHS alum, Charles Dix, and striking stained glass panels created by a local artist. Don’t miss the chance to see a great show while staying at Oconomowoc hotels in town.

Enjoy a gorgeous trip to Oconomowoc, and don’t forget to check out our other hotels in Appleton, Wausau, Superior.