Fort Atkinson Wisconsin Accommodations

When should you visit Fort Atkinson, WI?

Fort Atkinson's location in the southeast corner of Wisconsin means it sees a full four seasons with hot summers and cold winters. The warmer time of the year begins in late May and lasts until mid-September. The average daily high is 72 degrees Fahrenheit and overnight lows of 60. Temps begin cooling off rapidly after mid-September and start a steady decline that goes past the beginning of the cold season on December 1. The cold weather hangs on until early March with the average daily high of 39 and below. The coldest day of the year is January 29 with a high of 28 and low of 14. Temperatures don't start their climb up the thermometer until around the end of March and rise steadily until the hottest day of the year around July 19 with an average high of 83.

Precipitation is a year-round occurrence with the wet season starting at the end of March and lasting until early October, with a daily average of 25% chance of precipitation. The wettest day of the year is June 10 with a 38% chance of rain. The air dries out starting in the beginning of October and lasting until the end of March. February 11 is the day with the least potential for precipitation at 13%. Rain is the most common form of precipitation from February 11 to December 20 with the remaining months having the highest potential for snow.

What are the best discounts in Fort Atkinson, WI?

Save a little money on your hotel room by taking advantage of discount offers. The AmericInn by Wyndham Jefferson is a few miles away from Fort Atkinson and offers at least 10% off the room rate for members of AARP and auto clubs. Seniors with a valid ID can get 5% off the best available rate, and government employees get special rates. Room amenities include mini fridge, microwave, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with cable channels, coffee/tea maker, iron and ironing board, clock, and landline phone. The hotel amenities include a 24-hour reception desk, business center, housekeeping, free breakfast, indoor pool and whirlpool, and free parking.

Travel about 8 miles southeast of Fort Atkinson to get more discounts at the Baymont by Wyndham Whitewater in Whitewater. Auto club members can save at least 10% on the best available rate as do members of AARP. Seniors who have a valid ID can get 5% off the rate and government employees can get rooms at rates that fall within the allowable federal per diem. Hotel rooms feature amenities that include mini fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, flat-screen TV with cable channels, work desk with office chair, recliner, landline phone, and private bathroom with amenities. Some rooms feature a spa tub. Some rooms have balconies. The hotel itself features a business center, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, indoor pool and hot tub, meeting room, and a 24-hour front desk.

What are the budget hotel options in Fort Atkinson, WI?

The Super 8 by Wyndham Whitewater WI is about 9 miles southeast of Fort Atkinson and offers budget-priced rooms that feel as if they should cost more. Room amenities include a work desk with office chair, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with cable channels, mini fridge and microwave, coffee/tea maker, overstuffed chair, landline, hair dryer, and private bathroom with toiletries. Larger rooms are available and include a spa hot tub with furnished sitting area. A free breakfast is offered daily in the hotel lobby. The hotel also has a computer station and free newspapers in the lobby.

The Motel 6 Janesville is located 15 miles southwest of Fort Atkinson and offers comfortable rooms at budget prices. The pet-friendly hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi, landline phone with free local calls, flat-screen TV with expanded cable, microwave and mini fridge, desk with chair, and private bathroom with shower. Hotel amenities include coin laundry and free coffee in the lobby. Unlimited Wi-Fi is available for an additional fee.

What are the top destinations in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin?

The Hoard Historical Museum exhibits historic and cultural artifacts from the people that have called the region their home. Walk through the Mysteries of the Mounds to see how the Native Americans once lived their lives. Then take a look at the exhibits about William Dempster Hoard, the man who's thought of as the father of the diary industry in the state and was once governor of Wisconsin.

The Fireside Dinner Theater is billed as one of the most popular entertainment destinations in the Midwest. It's an Actor's Equity dinner theater that puts on popular plays with high production values. Come for a top-notch meal, then head into the theater to watch the play afterwards. The meal and play are included in the price of one ticket, and you never have to leave the building to do either activity.

Just south of Fort Atkinson is Indian Mounds Park, home to 11 Native American burial mounds and a trail that offers views of each one. The mounds are at least a thousand years old and were built by Native Americans who belonged to what is called the Woodland Culture. The Woodland Culture built burial mounds as far south as Mississippi. The Indian Mounds Park is part of that extensive network of Native Americans that once inhabited the Midwest long before Europeans arrived.

Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, is a slice of the Midwest with its ties to the dairy industry and Native American history. Its location near many universities, local attractions, and major cities means it's a perfect place to stay and be within easy reach of interesting destinations. Stay and slow down for a bit and take the time to find out what the Midwest is all about. And you can do it all while staying in a great hotel, no matter what your budget is.