Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. The parking is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including an elevator and step-free entrances.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts, and approximately 1 mile from Above & Beyond Children's Museum and John Michael Kohler Arts Center.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Are extra beds or cribs available at the property?

Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve cribs or infant beds. Extra beds information is not specified.

Watershed Hotel in Sheboygan

Average nightly price at Watershed Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$109
February	$110
March	$106
April	$110
May	$166
June	$180
July	$180
August	$176
September	$178
October	$167
November	$119
December	$113

What guests think

Across many reviews, Watershed Hotel stands out for spotless rooms, friendly service, and scenic river views, with travelers praising spacious, modern accommodations and a calm, boutique feel near downtown and area attractions.

Common drawbacks include thin walls and door noise, which some guests say carry between rooms and from floors above. Room comfort is generally strong but a few mention firmer or creaky mattresses, limited storage, and requests for extra nightstands or hooks. Facilities feel boutique and pet friendly with pleasant riverside spaces, though there is no pool, limited after-hours support, and the continental breakfast ranges from simple to satisfying. Expect a clean, modern riverfront stay with a small-hotel vibe.

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Facilities

Small boutique property with riverside patios/docks and some rooms with balconies; pet friendly and 24/7 lobby coffee. No pool or hot tub, and after-hours staffing and ice access are limited.

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Darren

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel wish it had a pool. Also for the price breakfast was disappointing mostly prepackaged food.

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Kellen

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I loved this place. We were traveling with 2 dogs and this place is VERY dog friendly. Hard flooring so you don't have to wonder what is in the carpet. The owner and her mother were there working and were VERY friendly it was nice to talk to them. We will absolutely go back here. The only downside was breakfast was not like the chain hotels but it was enough to get the day started.

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Jack

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

cleanest hotel I’ve ever been to. Small -25 rooms only, no pool, but access to the river

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Debie

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

One of our best hotel experiences yet!!! Beautiful hotel, we stayed in the executive suite with river view & we enjoyed having a full size living room with fireplace. We enjoyed the river view from our balcony, loved being greeted by Dax the dog. Super friendly & helpful staff made us feel welcome. Will definitely stay here next time we’re in town!

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Jennifer

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We LOVED this hotel, it is our new "go-to" for our annual end of summer getaway. Absolutely hands down recommend staying here. I love the outdoor access direct from the room, the hotel was very clean and quiet, and the staff was incredible (even Dax!). The rooms are large, and I feel like even the small details were noticed, such as the dark gray washcloths in the bathroom embroidered with "MAKEUP" - amazing!! I never understood why hotels only had white towels, the thoughtfulness that went behind something as simple as the makeup towels was just a wonderful added touch. There is access to a little dock on the river via staircase, the solar lights kick on at dark and guide you down if you'd like to go after dark. The vibe of the hotel is modern, comfortable, bright and open / airy - just what I think of when we go to the beach. Thank you Watershed Hotel - we will see you next summer!

10

Andrea

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Super cute and modern, right on the river!

10

Sheena

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spotless, love the unlimited coffee bar hot cocoa n hot apple cider and dog biscuits for my pup a roni roo. Staff was very friendly and very courteous about my emotional support animal too. A big shock and surprise as in wingate, super 8 and quality inn were all not so friendly and courteous to my service animal or any animal in fact.

10

Bradd

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice property and only around 25 rooms. Staff was friendly and there was a nicely stocked breakfast area. Great relaxing area outside by the river as well.

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CHERYL

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Didn't use the pool ( not sure they have one) The view of the River from the balcony in our room was beautiful. The windows were floor to ceiling. Wonderful place to stay.

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Craig

Apr 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Is was a great place the only thing that I found was that there was no hotel ice machine. The only way to get ice is through the front desk at the desk hours. So if you get there after desk hours, NO ICE. The reason the owner stated was that it is because of COVID. It is a great place but the ice machine is big. You have outings before and after hours also they have soda available only during desk hours.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe the hotel as spotless and well maintained with a new feel. A few isolated comments note an overly strong deodorizer scent or occasional bugs.

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S

Aug 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and competent staff. Very clean, and the rooms were large. 5 stars! Great value.

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Kali

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Watershed Hotel is AMAZING! The warm welcome, incredibly clean room, comfortable beds, and beautiful views are hard to beat. We felt comfortable, safe, and welcomed our entire stay.

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Ayesca

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was excellent! Top-notch customer service, super clean throughout, and the lake view from the bed was absolutely amazing, truly a top-top experience.

10

David

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

reasonable price. very modern, new, and clean. rooms are very spacious.

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sonia

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is spotless clean, staff are lovely. Rooms are big

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SHANNON

Jun 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

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Patricia

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and new. Quiet hotel in a beautiful location. Friendly staff. Comfortable bed and furniture. Hot shower with great water pressure.

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Michael

Feb 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property is very new and was flawless. Not a scratch or ding on paint, doors, etc. Very clean and spotless. Only neg was a bit pricey, but is the best hotel condition wise I’ve stayed in for years.

10

Shawn

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Super nice and clean with friendly staff.

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Manisha

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a delightful place and I hope to go back soon. The owner is very personable and I especially loved to meeting the dog in training Dax. The rooms were on the larger side and immaculate. This place is special and has a very peaceful vibe to it, and I am excited to go back.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern, very spacious, and many offer scenic river views and balconies. Several guests report thin walls, door and footstep noise, and mixed mattress/pillow comfort; some would like more storage, hooks, or an extra nightstand.

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Chunchieh

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Sound proofing. We heard every moment.

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Gloria

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nicely situated with large windows to view the Sheboygan River.

8

Autumn

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, this is a great property with very friendly staff, clean rooms, a nice river view and a great breakfast! Two suggestions would be adding pillows to ensure each guest has two, and adding perhaps a rug to help deplete noise from other rooms. While the rooms are very sleek, modern and clean, noise definitely travels.

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Domenico

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This is a wonderful, recently new property. The reception area is very nice. The rooms are large, with high ceilings. My only complaint is that the large room has space for more storage and furniture. There isn't enough storage for more than 1 person if you're stay is more than a couple of nights. Likewise, the vanity in the bathroom has limited space.

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Amy

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is absolutely gorgeous. We loved the modern decor. We enjoyed the breakfast sandwiches. Our room was stunning. We liked how large it was and I appreciated the large handheld mirror. That was a nice, considerate accessory to have in the room. My only complaint was that there wasn't a night stand on both sides of the bed, which was inconvenient as both my husband and I need a nightstand. There was also a billing issue, but they took care of it quickly.

10

Dawn

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great room layout, large refrigerator, extra large room, making extended stays really comfortable.

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Cindy

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice, large and spacious rooms. Very nice front staff. The beds had springs that were popping, my hips and knees hurt laying on the mattress. The room doors slam so you could hear that quite often. Breakfast should go later than 9:00 a.m., especially on the weekends. Pretty and peaceful view of the river.

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Zachary

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was wonderful and had a door out to the lawn with a nice view of the river My only complaint is that we could hear the person above us walking, which wouldn’t have been such a big deal except for they did a lot of walking back and forth at all hours of the day and night. Still the accommodations were very nice and modern. I’d definitely stay again

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Vanessa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel! The entire property was exceptionally clean, fresh, new, and spacious, which made it feel very inviting. The shower was absolutely amazing, and being able to sit outside by the water was such a wonderful touch. I also loved the 24-hour availability of items like coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and water—such a thoughtful convenience. Another plus is that the hotel allows dogs. Even though I didn’t bring mine on this trip, I would definitely consider staying here again in the future, especially if traveling with my pet. As far as recommendations, I think adding a few more hooks in the bathroom for towels and as well as another dresser or some additional storage, would make the rooms even more functional. Access to ice would be nice. The one downside was the noise level. Unfortunately, the walls were extremely thin, and I could hear almost everything from the room next to mine. I’m not sure if this is the case for all the rooms, but it did make for an unpleasant experience at times. Overall, though, the positives far outweighed the negatives, and I would certainly stay here again.

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Kurt

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room we booked was large. The walk-in shower was huge. Lots of windows all with light blocking shades. A large walk-out balcony. There was a public patio overlooking the Sheboygan River.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, accommodating, and owner-led, with thoughtful problem solving and helpful check-in experiences. A few reviews note limited staffing late at night.

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Hope

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Staff is friendly and helpful. Great breakfast. The view of the river is wonderful !!!

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John

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our two-day trip to Sheboygan--organized around dining at a supper club, a Friday night fish fry and visits to the Kohler museums—needed a homebase that was dog friendly. The Watershed Hotel was the perfect spot! Our stylish, immaculate room overlooked the Sheboygan River. The hotel itself is modern, elegant, and spotless with an airy lobby where a continental breakfast is available each morning. The hotel staff—led by GM Bailey—is friendly and helpful. Sheboygan’s not large and the Watershed is just a few minutes from the town’s historical downtown. We’re looking forward to returning to Sheboygan and another stay at the WH!

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Michael

Apr 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not the warmest feel in the room, but it did what we needed. Very clean, modern, and had a comfortable bed. Could have had another chair to sit on. If you need anything, make sure you ask for it before 10pm when there is no staff to get you ice or extra pillows.

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Mary Sue

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bailey was extremely helpful at check in !!!! Very helpful and a wonderful host. Will definitely stay there again !!!

10

John

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great Hotel...Convenient to Main Street-Downtown Sheboygan...Beautiful,Clean,Great Style, Easy Parking, Caring Staff. I will stay here whenever in Sheboygan.

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Todd

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel staff were very welcoming and shared information about the area which was interesting as I grew up in Sheboygan and many things have changed over the years. I also left some clothing behind in a drawer in our room and they promptly sent it to me.

10

Becky

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Best hotel and staff ever!!! Clean, friendly, spacious rooms, convenient location. The best customer service by far! Highly recommend

10

Lee

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always a warm welcome.. special call out to Chris on reception. Will return on next Sheboygan trip.

10

Eugene

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I arrived several hours before check-in and they accommodated me without a hassle.

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BRIAN

Sep 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Host was terrific, Had an issue with our room and she transferred our belongings to another room after asking if it’s okay to do so as we were out hiking at the time😎

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Location

Quiet riverfront setting close to downtown and highways, with easy access to local attractions and nearby golf courses. Some note it’s a bit removed from the main waterfront, but most appreciate the scenic views.

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Robert

Sep 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The location is really accessible to downtown area without the congestion.

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Daniel

Sep 7, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel has a European vibe with a splendid view of the river. A convenient walk to great restaurants and bars. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

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Steven

Sep 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

New building right on the river 👍

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Thomas

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

New hotel, a bit far away from the waterfront. Poor coffee quality, mediocre breakfast.

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Randall

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Playing Whistling Straights and stayed here. Very nice. Close to restaurants. In between Whistling Straights and Blackwood Run which made it ideal. Very new modern room.

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Anthony

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant place. Nice location.

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Hector

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I only spent one night but would have loved to stay longer. Hotel is in a good location right off the highway, was very clean and with a great view! The room was comfortable with all the amenities I needed. I checked in after the front dest closed but it was still easy to get my room key and parking pass. Would highly recommend this hotel.

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William

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We love that it is in a quiet area. It feels like home and the rooms are very large! It is also located centrally which is easy to get everywhere

10

Natalie

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, great view, close to downtown.

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dennis

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Quiet. Nice free breakfast.

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Dining

Continental breakfast is generally simple with cold items and microwavable sandwiches; quality ranges from decent to underwhelming, and coffee is sometimes criticized. Some guests want longer weekend hours and better options for dietary needs.

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joan

Aug 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We booked this hotel at the last minute. I cant express our delight at the spaciousness and ckesnliness of the room and the bathroom. There was a beautiful view of the water out back. When we saw a co tinebral breakfast was included we thought we would have to go out for breakfast. However, their continental breakfast included hot breakfast sandwiches, as well as the usual continental choices. The staff was phenomenal. We have already recomended this hotel to multiple people

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Meg

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel with beautiful river views. Outstanding customer service, “above and beyond” expectations! Clean, comfortable and a nice, varied continental breakfast. Highly recommend!

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michael

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Watershed Hotel is an absolute gem! The property boasts a gorgeous view of the river, which instantly won me over. What truly makes this place shine, however, is the GM/Owner. She is an absolute delight to talk to and a remarkable host who goes above and beyond. That said, there are a couple of areas for improvement. The deodorizer spray in the room was a bit overwhelming, with a strong scent that lingered. I had to keep the balcony door open for a few hours to let the room air out. Additionally, the breakfast offerings were quite limited—a few microwaveable Jimmy Dean Breakfast Sandwiches, yogurt, orange juice, and lackluster coffee. A wider selection would elevate the experience significantly. Despite these minor shortcomings, they will not deter me from staying here again. I look forward to returning and enjoying this charming hotel once more.

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Kellen

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I loved this place. We were traveling with 2 dogs and this place is VERY dog friendly. Hard flooring so you don't have to wonder what is in the carpet. The owner and her mother were there working and were VERY friendly it was nice to talk to them. We will absolutely go back here. The only downside was breakfast was not like the chain hotels but it was enough to get the day started.

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Thomas

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

New hotel, a bit far away from the waterfront. Poor coffee quality, mediocre breakfast.

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Paul

Feb 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place, breakfast was just continental meh things. Very clean, friendly staff, will stay again for sure.

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Eyassu

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast is ok but needs improvement.

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Chris

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was clean and staff was nice, but, the air conditioner was loud and had a terrible rattle. My son had to sleep on a pullout couch and the bar was in his back. Got no sleep. Put another bed in the room, you have plenty of space. Lastly, the breakfast was terrible. Nothing decent to eat. Had to settle for just a banana.

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Keith

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property looked brand new. Very clean, nice location with river view out the rear of the hotel, convenient to Kohler golf courses (15 min drive). Breakfast (continental) included with good selections. Friendly staff. I will definitely stay here again when in the area.

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Cindy

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice, large and spacious rooms. Very nice front staff. The beds had springs that were popping, my hips and knees hurt laying on the mattress. The room doors slam so you could hear that quite often. Breakfast should go later than 9:00 a.m., especially on the weekends. Pretty and peaceful view of the river.

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