Name: Best Western Plus Wausau Tower Inn
Address: 201 N. 17Th Ave., Wausau, Wisconsin, United States of America, Wausau, Wisconsin, US
Price range: $107–$164 per night
Rating: 8.55

What guests think

At Best Western Plus Wausau Tower Inn, reviewers frequently praise the friendly, accommodating staff, clean and updated rooms with comfortable beds, and a convenient, quiet location near attractions and highways, making it a reliable stop for short stays.

Breakfast and the on-site bar/restaurant earn many compliments, though some guests found breakfast quality uneven or the bar closed or understocked. Facilities draw mixed feedback: there is no pool, the single elevator was occasionally out of service, parking felt limited for some, and water pressure or rare water shutoffs frustrated a few stays. Expect a comfortable, value-focused stay with standout service and some facility caveats.

Facilities

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Rooms

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Facilities

On-site bar/restaurant is appreciated, but there is no pool, and facilities feedback is mixed. The single elevator was occasionally out of service, some rooms feature in-room saunas, parking can feel limited, and a few guests reported weak water pressure or a water shutoff.

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Jacqueline

Mar 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel had a major upgrade over the past year or two, with many improvements. It\'s overall feeling is bright and tastefully decorated. The restaurant and bar was going to open for the first time on the day we checked out. Our room was on the top floor and was very spacious with a nice view. Our bathroom wasn\'t very clean, especially the floor, around the toilet. It was strange to have an exercise bike near the bed; where a Jacuzzi tub would have been (?). The space would\'ve been a good place for a couch or a comfortable chair, as described in the "room description". The only place to sit was a desk chair or the bed. The linens were thin and cheap; not warm enough for winter. I give this hotel an average rating. It was good for the price, but missed the mark in a few areas. Also, parking is very limited with no extra spots to be had.

2

Jessica

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had to shut off water overnight so there was no water for the remainder of the stay. I had to work the next day and figure out alternative arrangements at additional expense. Was told they would refund the night or give a voucher but nothing was given.

4

Indiana

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Elevator is broken and we are on the 5th floor. Everything else is nice though.

8

Wade

Mar 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place is beautiful. Clean, quiet but the water pressure is awful. Literally trickles, not an exaggeration. I have long hair and to get the shampoo out took forever. Probably wont be back because of that its to bad because everything else was great!

4

Mohamad

Oct 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

They only have on elevator. During our three days stay, elevator was out of service for two days. We had to carry luggage up the stairs to fourth floor, and carry them down when we had to leave.

6

Steven

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a 6-story hotel with one elevator. When we checked in a maid had the elevator tied up with her cart. We waited on 1st floor for 10-15 minutes before being able to get up to our room. Other than that it wasn't too bad but if the hotel were busy (it wasn't) this could be annoying. The hotel has a free breakfast but it consists of what are probably dehydrated eggs producing a scrambled egg serving with a very strange texture. There were biscuits and sausage gravy with just specks of sausage. Cereal is available. Seriously the worst free breakfast offering I've experienced. The hotel itself and our room were clean. Our room was nice and updated. We had little interaction with the staff, but when we did they were friendly.

8

Dawn

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I appreciated that it was pet-friendly, and that it was clean and newly updated. The suite area was ample and clean, and the saunas in every room were a fun surprise.

10

Taya

Dec 20, 2023

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This place does not have a pool and on the website it did say they had one but everything was excellent. In hotel dining was amazing.

8

Jennifer

Oct 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel, it is extremely clean and well kept! I was a little disappointed there is no pool or hot tub (I must have gotten the 2 Best Westerns in town mixed up). The gentleman at reception was understanding and willing to void our reservation if we wanted to go to the other location even! We stayed with the no pool site and have been very pleased. Highly recommend if pool is not a concern for you.

10

Scott

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The round building but had no pool

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Cleanliness

Most guests describe rooms and common areas as very clean and well maintained. However, a few reported lapses such as poorly cleaned bathrooms, unvacuumed carpets, or missed housekeeping.

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Richard

Jan 11, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

There was a small dog running around the lobby. Our sheets and some pillowcases were inside out. The room was not cleaned at all during our three-night stay, therefore we had to go to the front desk for clean towels. The "restaurant" did not have many of the items on the very limited menu. At this time, I would not recommend this location.

6

Jacqueline

Mar 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel had a major upgrade over the past year or two, with many improvements. It\'s overall feeling is bright and tastefully decorated. The restaurant and bar was going to open for the first time on the day we checked out. Our room was on the top floor and was very spacious with a nice view. Our bathroom wasn\'t very clean, especially the floor, around the toilet. It was strange to have an exercise bike near the bed; where a Jacuzzi tub would have been (?). The space would\'ve been a good place for a couch or a comfortable chair, as described in the "room description". The only place to sit was a desk chair or the bed. The linens were thin and cheap; not warm enough for winter. I give this hotel an average rating. It was good for the price, but missed the mark in a few areas. Also, parking is very limited with no extra spots to be had.

10

Jennifer

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was easy to access from the highway, very clean and the room was spacious. Check in was quick and easy. Will definitely stay here again next time I am traveling through the area.

10

Karen

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay. Clean, and staff very friendly. Bar/restaurant food was very good.

6

Patrick

Aug 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Construction in the area presented some challenges. Carpets in the rooms had not been vacuumed!

10

Chris

Mar 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

10

Karen

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very welcoming and helpful. Clean room, comfy beds.

10

Wade

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very clean and quiet! Rooms are great size and lots of room in the bathroom! Will definitely be back!

10

Diane

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was very clean, room was comfortable & a substantial breakfast was provided. Staff was friendly. This was the second time I have stayed there.

6

Heather

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I decided to give this hotel another shot after my first stay left quite a bit to be desired. So I swung for the fences and booked a suite; 606 to be exact. At first glance the room looked lovely, but then....😳😬 Pretty sure the place to do any sneeze cheese in Wausau, has been done in suite 606 🤧😵 (pic attached). But wait, there's more....hairs stuck to the shower walls secured by snot rockets, random plaster crumbles along the floor, broken coffee maker (which I'm going to take as a blessing since who knows what fungus has been lurking in there☠️), questionable stains on the bed sheets, couches, etc. The pros, you ask? I was an hour early for my meeting in the morning (checked out way earlier then I planned) and the hotel has a geat location. End scene 🎦

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious, updated, and quiet with comfortable beds and pillows; some are uniquely pie shaped. A few guests noted noise between rooms.

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10

Jennifer

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was easy to access from the highway, very clean and the room was spacious. Check in was quick and easy. Will definitely stay here again next time I am traveling through the area.

10

Michael

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was updated and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. The pub located in the lobby was convenient and had good food.

10

James

Mar 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, new rehab, central location, rooms are not cramped

10

Larry M.

Sep 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I chose this hotel from an abundance of great reviews as my wife & I were going to be traveling through the Wausau area. 1 nights stay was needed and I wanted to be sure to find a top quality bed and clean Hotel in all. This was everything I wanted and more. My wife is very picky with where she’ll lay her head down. This was immediately a happy first sight upon entry. Clean, new and well decorated. Bed & pillows were very comfortable and we received a very good quality nights sleep. We’ll definitely stay here in the future if we’re looking for a hotel in the area. Breakfast was sometime we didn’t partake in as we wanted a sit down restaurant instead. Price was better than anywhere else for the quality stay in the area as well.

10

Dale

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff, comfortable mattress an pillows. this may sound goofy, but, they have the chair height toilets which is so much better than the usual cheap hotel toilet that’s about 6” tall. Only disappointment was that the restaurant was closed on Sundays. Judging from that one would assume that the food isn’t good enough to bring in local customers.

10

Wade

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very clean and quiet! Rooms are great size and lots of room in the bathroom! Will definitely be back!

10

Charles

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are a bit odd...pie shaped. But they are roomy, quiet and clean. 'Ive stayed here before and wouldnt hesitate to book again.

10

Kathy

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wow! Pleasant stay! Quiet room. Very efficient check in and check out. Bed was exceptional as was the room. Breakfast had many hot options and fresh melon was a treat! Loved the coffee!!

8

Elizabeth

Oct 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved this unique building! Room conditions were nice but it was a bit noisy between rooms. Towels were super rough. Bed, pillows, etc were all good though!

10

Cierra

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was very nice and the rooms were great and spacious.

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Service

Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and efficient at check in. A few service issues arose, including difficulty correcting a room type and a promised refund not being honored.

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Casey

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff are friendly and helpful.

2

Jessica

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had to shut off water overnight so there was no water for the remainder of the stay. I had to work the next day and figure out alternative arrangements at additional expense. Was told they would refund the night or give a voucher but nothing was given.

10

Jennifer

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was easy to access from the highway, very clean and the room was spacious. Check in was quick and easy. Will definitely stay here again next time I am traveling through the area.

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Mark

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ordered a double queen and got a king. Front desk CSR finally had to call her boss to find out how to correct this.

10

Allison

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, easy location. The staff was very accommodating!

10

Kay

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The desk manager when we checked in was very friendly yet professional. We had a beautiful room, comfortable beds , very very clean Maria was the breakfast host and she was also very friendly. She also was at the front desk when we checked out. Such a sweet young lady. My husband and I agreed we’d definitely go back. We did return 2 days later on our way home and Maria was at the front desk again. Unfortunately there were no rooms available, which we saw online, but I thought we would stop and check anyway. She apologized over and over again. Not necessary but sweet

10

mark

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

i was a late arrival and was afraid that the room might have been given away, but they recognized the snow and weather related driving issues and held it thankfully.

10

Kevin

Mar 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Will stay again! Staff were extremely helpful and friendly!! Thank you....

10

Richelle

Sep 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was located in a quiet area. The restaurant/bar had excellent food and service. I would stay there again

10

Karen

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very welcoming and helpful. Clean room, comfy beds.

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Location

Location is widely described as convenient and quiet, with easy highway access and proximity to downtown, hospital, and skiing. Some guests encountered area road construction.

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Erin

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location.

10

Jennifer

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was easy to access from the highway, very clean and the room was spacious. Check in was quick and easy. Will definitely stay here again next time I am traveling through the area.

10

Ken

Sep 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Looks like it was newly remodeled, would stay there again. Only downside was the street construction which looked like it should be finished by late fall.

10

Kevin

Jan 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location from hospital campus

10

James

Mar 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, new rehab, central location, rooms are not cramped

8

Kristoffer

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to everything in Exotic Wausau

10

Robert

May 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and affordable rooms. Great restaurant and bar on site with very friendly staff. Very convenient location in a safe neighborhood

10

Artur

Dec 30, 2022

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Stayed 19,355 nights

The hotel has a perfect location for the skiing trip.

10

Richelle

Sep 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was located in a quiet area. The restaurant/bar had excellent food and service. I would stay there again

10

brenda a

Sep 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My daughter had an event at a local high school, one mile away. Also, we were close to downtown & restaurants.

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Dining

Breakfast and on-site dining receive many compliments for variety and good food. However, several reviews cite inconsistent breakfast quality or stock and occasional bar/restaurant closures or limited offerings.

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Michael

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was updated and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. The pub located in the lobby was convenient and had good food.

10

Ray

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great breakfast burrito, waffles, eggs, sausage…

10

Dale

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff, comfortable mattress an pillows. this may sound goofy, but, they have the chair height toilets which is so much better than the usual cheap hotel toilet that’s about 6” tall. Only disappointment was that the restaurant was closed on Sundays. Judging from that one would assume that the food isn’t good enough to bring in local customers.

8

Karen

Jan 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was great. Cocktails/bar located off lobby. Was less than impressed with the breakfast however. Over cooked/warmed tater tots and eggs from a box. Dried out mini donuts. Did not have yogurt or anything else in the cooler. Green bananas. Just wasn’t good. Facilities were fine otherwise.

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Steven

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a 6-story hotel with one elevator. When we checked in a maid had the elevator tied up with her cart. We waited on 1st floor for 10-15 minutes before being able to get up to our room. Other than that it wasn't too bad but if the hotel were busy (it wasn't) this could be annoying. The hotel has a free breakfast but it consists of what are probably dehydrated eggs producing a scrambled egg serving with a very strange texture. There were biscuits and sausage gravy with just specks of sausage. Cereal is available. Seriously the worst free breakfast offering I've experienced. The hotel itself and our room were clean. Our room was nice and updated. We had little interaction with the staff, but when we did they were friendly.

2

Stan

Jul 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Sucked to have the Restaurant and bat not open on a Saturday night

10

Karen

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay. Clean, and staff very friendly. Bar/restaurant food was very good.

10

casey

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

They have nice rooms, and their continental breakfast is better than most other hotels.

10

Kathy

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wow! Pleasant stay! Quiet room. Very efficient check in and check out. Bed was exceptional as was the room. Breakfast had many hot options and fresh melon was a treat! Loved the coffee!!

10

Janet

Mar 4, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel was very clean and comfortable. The morning breakfast was the only disappointment. I yogurt, ran out of hard-boiled eggs and fruit = green bananas. Otherwise, good value

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Month	Average price
January	$105
February	$111
March	$108
April	$114
May	$116
June	$108
July	$131
August	$114
September	$113
October	$115
November	$108
December	$108

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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13	14	15	16 $164	17 $134	18 $122	19 $139
20 $107	21 $114	22 $119	23 $121	24 $121	25 $134	26 $134
27 $121	28 $121	29 $122	30 $121

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $115	2 $134	3 $134
4 $122	5 $115	6 $121	7 $121	8 $120	9 $134	10 $158
11 $121	12 $121	13 $122	14 $121	15 $121	16 $134	17 $134
18 $121	19 $121	20 $121	21 $122	22 $122	23 $134	24 $134
25 $121	26 $122	27 $121	28 $122	29 $121	30 $134	31 $134

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-In Shower)

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Walk-In Shower)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk-In Shower;With Sofabed)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-In Shower)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-In Shower)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Walk-In Shower;Pet Friendly)

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