CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa
Located in downtown Appleton near the University district, the CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel and Spa provides a taste of European elegance in the heart of America. Featuring such luxurious choices as a Copper King spa suite, a Silver Whirlpool suite, and a Platinum Fireplace suite, the CopperLeaf is the choice for elegant opulence. The Black and Tan Grille is an in-house restaurant featuring upscale American cuisine, and on-site Spa BenMarNico adds European flair that is nearly impossible to resist. All the accoutrements you need are included: WiFi, parking, complimentary breakfast buffet, DVD players and fitness center. Prices range from $85 to $165 as of late 2009.
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa
300 W. College Ave.
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 749-0303
www.copperleafhotel.com
Country Inn & Suites
Located near the small but user-friendly Outagamie Airport in Appleton, Country Inn & Suites is a great choice for base-camp accommodations for exploring the Fox River Valley. The features include an indoor swimming pool, WiFi, complimentary breakfast and clean, comfortable rooms, including a Whirlpool Suite. Country Inn also provides a free airport shuttle. Room rates as of late 2009 range from $80 to $135.
Country Inn & Suites
355 Fox River Drive
Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 830-3240
www.countryinns.com/appletonwi
Hampton Inn Appleton--Fox River Mall Area
If you like shopping or moviegoing, you might enjoy a stay at the Hampton Inn, located outside the downtown area near the Fox River Mall. Boasting the "Cloud 9" bed experience, the Hampton Inn offers everything you would expect in chain-motel accommodations--pool, breakfast, WiFi--and is located near a variety of franchise-type restaurants. Prices as of late 2009 range from $70 to $100 per night.
Hampton Inn Appleton--Fox River Mall Area
350 Fox River Drive
Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 954-9211
appleton.hamptoninn.com
Radisson Paper Valley Hotel
Offering spacious rooms and suites in a large, upscale hotel centrally located on College Avenue in Appleton, the Radisson provides guests with an indoor pool, fitness center, airport shuttle, WiFi, and five on-site dining choices. Fare ranges from beef at the Vince Lombardi Steakhouse to sandwiches at Jo a la Mode. It's a popular choice for business travelers looking for no-nonsense luxury in an all-inclusive venue. Room rates as of late 2009 start at around $100 and range upward to $200.
Radisson Paper Valley Hotel
333 West College Ave.
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 733-8000
www.radissonpapervalley.com