The Oxbow Hotel, Eau Claire

The Oxbow Hotel - A Downtown Boutique Hotel with Live Music Venue, Craft Cocktail Lounge, and Handcrafted Urban Wood Furnishings

Located in downtown Eau Claire's historic center, this 30-room boutique Eau Claire hotel comprises two distinct buildings - The Main House (1947) and The Flats (1961) - connected by an active courtyard. Each room features record players and furniture handcrafted from local urban wood. The property includes The Lakely cocktail lounge offering Midwest comfort food, regional spirits, and live jazz performances. Two cut-stone fire pits anchor the courtyard patio, which hosts seasonal events and yard games. Dog-friendly rooms are available in The Flats building. The hotel provides complimentary bicycles, yoga mats, and 24-hour coffee service. Guest rooms offer modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers. Situated where the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers meet, the location provides direct access to 32 miles of paved bike trails and is within walking distance to restaurants, theaters, and galleries.

Pros

The Gallery space hosts rotating exhibitions of local art and private events

Property includes a vinyl library and in-room record players

Outdoor adventure gear available through on-site outfitter

Designated Kubb pitch (yard game court) with equipment provided

Cons

6 miles distance from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport

Dog-friendly rooms limited to The Flats building only