Hillside Waterfront Hotel

3.5 star property
Historic B&B within easy reach of Lake Michigan

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Aerial view
Exterior
Porch
Trillium | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player
Mayflower | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour business center
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Trillium

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

North Cottage

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

Day Lilly

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Forget-Me-Not

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

South Cottage

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Marsh Marigold

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mayflower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
9980 Water Street, Ephraim, WI, 54211

What's nearby

  • Eagle Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Water Street Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ephraim Public Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Francis Hardy Gallery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Peninsula State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skip Stone Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant and Butik - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wild Tomato Sister Bay - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wild Tomato Wood-fired Pizza and Grille - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hillside Waterfront Hotel

Hillside Waterfront Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Michigan. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby kayaking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this historic bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 7 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1900
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Adjacent to a golf course

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 125.00 per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hillside Inn Ephraim
Hillside Ephraim
Hillside Inn Of Ephraim Door County, WI
Hillside Inn of Ephraim
Hillside Waterfront Ephraim
Hillside Waterfront Hotel Ephraim
Hillside Waterfront Hotel Bed & breakfast
Hillside Waterfront Hotel Bed & breakfast Ephraim

Frequently asked questions

Does Hillside Waterfront Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hillside Waterfront Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hillside Waterfront Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hillside Waterfront Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hillside Waterfront Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hillside Waterfront Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and kayaking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Hillside Waterfront Hotel like?
Hillside Waterfront Hotel is in the heart of Ephraim, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 5 minutes' walk from Water Street Gallery.

Hillside Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Pristine accommodations. We will be back:)
Jennifer, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nothing to dislike. Accommodations and staff were superb.
Howard, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What an quiet and elegant retreat in the midst of downtown Ephraim and enjoy views of the bay. The rooms were spacious and clean; the bed was super comfy; the property was well maintained. To a person, the staff was welcoming and helpful. Simply wonderful.
Kim, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The historical part of the property
Kerry, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Laila, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a glorious getaway!! The location, wonderful staff, amenities all we do great. We loved the Mayflower room and the beautiful porch view of flowers and the Bay. (A New England feel). Restaurants, galleries etc were within walking distance. We also enjoyed a play at nearby out door theater. Very rememberable time!
Charles, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect couples retreat- amazing views in a quaint town. Excellent service at the hotel and great restaurants within walking distance
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

this is a beautiful hotel! quiet, peaceful. worth every penny
kay, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The setting was wonderful; location ideal. Breakfast on the front porch was so memorable. Room was comfortable and charming. Amenities were well thought out...even a shower cap and nail file. Only thing lacking in room was a full length mirror, but so minor a detail in the overall package that we hesitated to mention it. We did, only so you would know we are real and sincere in our comments. The staff couldn't do enough for us, and the owner was friendly and more than obliging. That would be our choice to stay at should we make another trip to Door County. In fact, if we couldn't stay there we probably wouldn't go back because staying any where else would be a disappointment.
David, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

This was a nice place to stay in Door County. However, kids are absolutely not allowed so be careful when booking. We unknowingly brought our 3 month baby along, which was frowned upon and we were told the baby had to leave. Upsetting to us, but a good place for people without kids to stay!
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and historic. Meticulous inside and out. Perfect views on deck. A must stay when visiting door county.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We have stayed in many hotels in the U.S. and the U.K. and Ireland. The room was the best ever! Loved the fireplace on cool nights!
3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our experience staying at the Hillside Waterfront Hotel was absolutely outstanding. Both Diane and Julia made our stay feel first class at every step of the way. They anticipate any questions and do everything they can to make you comfortable. The rooms are private, extremely comfortable, and very relaxing. We visited in the off-season and will be back when it warms up again!
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

They claim you can't book through hotels.com
Worst experience I can remember with a hotel. I've stayed many more nights in hotels the last few years than I'd like to admit, so felt obliged to write a review for hotels.com users since it directly relates. - We booked about a month in advance but when we arrived and were told that there was no booking in our name. - We were told that the hotel has no relationship with hotels.com and that 'Hotels.com just lists every property without permission' - We were told they could call someone (called Bob or something) who could tell us which other places in the area might have space - we declined this and booked at the nearby Water Street Inn which I can definitely recommend. - The attitude of the owner was a bit shocking. No surprise, no apology, just a "They keep doing this, we don't have a booking" response. It made it obvious that they do this a lot. - When checking in at our nearby hotel, the receptionist said that they've heard the same from other people. So, in conclusion, if you're on here you know that the hotel obviously has listed itself here so the owner is lying. Especially when you consider there are verified reviews from people who have successfully stayed. The only motivation for this that I can think of is that they accept the booking but will 'lose' it if someone books direct as it enables them to avoid the commission to hotels.com. As it turned out, The Water Street Inn was lovely so all's well that ends well. But we got lucky to find it with no notice!
Julian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

An unique "Bed & Breakfast" place, with a owner & staff that make you comfortable like family
Vasudevan, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

We trailered the motorcycle, and they had no room for us to park our trailer. Also, the mattress was terrible!
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hillside Inn
Amazing and outstanding from room accommodations to amenities to breakfast. Staff was helpful in everything! Highly recommended!
Gary, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful, relaxing retreat.
Perfect from start to finish. Easy check-in, gorgeous room, relaxing and quiet atmosphere. Would recommend to anyone. Families would likely prefer the cottages to staying in the main house.
Alan, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved everything. The view looking out to the sail boats to the soft colors of the room to the cleanliness & care given to details to the veranda where I had my early a.m.coffee & late night wine. Everything and everyone was very welcoming . I stayed in the day lily room decorated in soft yellows and clean whites. 4 poster bed, sheets & pillows were so easy to rest in and the bathroom was spotless. The towels and linen looked like new, they were that white They even had wipes next to the t,v. remote. Continental breakfast was fresh with wonderful sweet breads & fresh fruits . Plenty of coffee/tea in the room and also in the bfk, area available all day & night, Loved everything about this treasure of a B&B and the owner & staff so welcoming & warm.
Charlene, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!
Everything was wonderful! Ephraim was a perfect little town to stay in the winter. Close to everything in door county. We loved it! Awesome breakfast and tea time :)
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