The Burlington Hotel Bar & Shop

This is a boutique hotel with few rooms and limited amenities. It provides a wonderful experience in a unique setting. The historic building adds an element of adventure to the stay that is a welcome change to overly pampering cookie cutter chain hotels.

If your looking for the Ritz, this isn't it. If your looking for character and a comfortable room. Yes it is. The bar is a unique little place and the owner is fantastic. We would definitely stay again. :)

Very much enjoyed my stay at the Burlington Hotel. I arrived early and called the host who walked me through the hotel on the phone. This place made my hotel dreams come true: historic, clean, well-run... everything the traveler who wants to explore far away from the freeway is looking for in a hotel. I wish I was staying for more than one night. Thanks for everything.

This hotel has very reasonable rates, so adjusting expectations accordingly is a reasonable approach when reserving. I wasn't expecting more than I got, and was neither disappointed nor pleasantly surprised.
In my experience, buildings where cats live usually have a certain smell. This hotel is no exception. This was my least favorite aspect of my stay, but I knew about the cats before booking.
The vibe feels like you are staying in a room in another person's home. The owner occupies rooms also, and there is shared kitchen, bathrooms, and living room. If you like a little more impersonal/anonymous feel, this may not be right for you.
The cleanliness was ok. A couple areas of neglect noted though. The building felt like it needs some TLC, but it is serviceable.
Bed felt well-used and past its prime, but I slept fine in it.
Bumped into the owner, who was friendly.
There is absolutely no sound barrier between the room and other rooms and hallway. Other guests were respectfully quiet though.
This isn't a ritzy hotel- nor is it trying to be.

A great place for a fun evening and for making new friends!

Nice, cozy place to stay. Everything is clean and organized. Jennifer is a wonderful host, very friendly and pleasant. Our room was comfortable, the ceiling fan kept air circulating and the room temp was great for sleeping.

The bed was a bit soft for our liking, otherwise comfortable. There is a kitchen with coffee, snacks, and microwave. Two bathrooms and a tv room with a refrigerator for guests.

Motion sensor lights are strategically placed in the hallway and provide adequate lighting at night.

The full bar is great place to congregate and enjoy a libation or two before turning in. Be advised there are two cats that have the run of the bar. If that bothered you, you might consider something different.

Overall, great place. I would definitely stay here again.

Service: 5

Great spot!

Service: 5

Jennifer is Wisconsin's best host!

Service: 5

Best soft pretzels in Alma.

Love The Burlington! It’s quaint and sweet. So much character and charm.Rooms: The rooms are small, but clean and cute!Walkability: All the Alma bars are on Main Street within about a half mile.

Service: 5

Quaint shop, great selection, beautiful wool kit and pattern selection!

The Burlington Hotel was such a memorable stop on our weekend away. The bar was open and made for a fun greeting and lullaby to bed (earplugs were provided but not used). The hotel consists of separate bedrooms as hotel rooms and a shared kitchenette and a few shared bathrooms. It is well kept and full of rich pieces of history that accent its character and personality. We had a great time and would definitely stay again.

Service: 5

Had a very strange experience that resulted in us leaving and not staying the night by choice. This bar and hotel has cats that the tenants are responsible for not letting upstairs into the sleeping quarters. No automatic closers on the back exterior door or the downstairs entry door leading into the air bnb. Which seems like a sure fire way to keep doors closed and felines in their appropriate locations. We left for dinner shortly after checking in around 6pm and returned around 830pm. When we entered into the establishment we were stopped and told the one of her felines supposedly had gotten outside due to the rear exit door being left open. She then proceeded to ask if our two young sons could go find the cat outside insinuating that it was their fault. Shortly after this issue being presented to us we went upstairs to our room and pondered what had just happened. In conclusion we decided it was best to leave and remove ourselves from this crazy situation. People should not be expected to look after others animals while paying for a room! I would not recommend this establishment!

Service: 1

Fantastic atmosphere! Must stop. Amazing owner and literally the only place in Alma where you can get warm pretzels. Trust me… I called all over. Oooohhhhh they’re soooooo good!!!!!

Jennifer is Wisconsin's best host!

Service: 5