After not quite halfway through its first year of operation, Life in Cream City Hostel was forced to close its doors following the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the hostel industry is one of the hardest to recover from the pandemic, the RiverBee team decided to pivot the operation into a cooperative housing model for residents of the surrounding area.
Rooms
Cream City Hostel offers affordable lodging in the Riverwest neighborhood of Milwaukee. The hostel is located at 500 E. Center St. and offers a variety of room options for travelers. Its amenities include a renovated kitchen, communal dining area, and social areas. Guests can also make use of the hostel’s free wireless Internet. The property also offers bicycle rentals. Guests can stay for as little as $27 per night.
The property is within walking distance of the Brady Street and Historic Third Ward, making it an excellent location for exploring the area. It also offers private parking for USD 10 per day. Nearby attractions include the Milwaukee Art Museum and St Martin Depores Catholic Church. There are 52 rooms available for guests to stay. All rooms at the hostel include free WiFi.
Bicycle repair shop
The Cream City Hostel is located at 500 E. Center Street in Riverwest. Previously, it was a bank and later served as the Head Start daycare program for the Milwaukee Public Schools. However, it was empty for several years. Juli Kaufmann, a real estate developer, took on the project after crowdsourcing the idea from Milwaukee business owners in the Riverwest and Harambee neighborhoods.
The bicycle repair shop at Cream City Hostel is staffed by bike mechanics who provide basic maintenance and repairs. While most parts are recycled, some bicycles require wheel truing or cables. The staff will fix up to one bicycle at a time, and encourages cyclists to buy their parts before arriving.
Fully equipped kitchen
The Cream City Hostel is a modern, hostel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It offers 52 quality rooms with shared bathrooms, kitchenettes and air conditioning. Guests will find fresh towels and linens in the rooms. The property also has a games room and movie nights. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hostel.
The hotel is located near many attractions, including the Bradley Center, Grohmann Museum, and the Charles Allis Art Museum. It has received an 8.9 overall guest rating out of 10 based on 58 verified guest reviews. The location of the hostel is convenient to all major attractions in the area, making it a great choice for travelers.
Open space
Cream City Hostel is a new hostel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Located in a former bank building between the Riverwest and Harambee neighborhoods, the hostel is a rarity in the area. The owners believe the location is perfect for attracting a diverse group of travelers looking for cheap, comfortable lodging. The hotel will feature eight guestrooms with showers and free Wi-Fi.
The new hostel opened on June 25th. The former bank, which was formerly owned by the Milwaukee Public Schools as a Head Start daycare program, had been vacant for several years. The owner, Juli Kaufmann, crowdfunded the project with help from other Riverwest property owners.
