The Oxbow Hotel

The Oxbow Hotel sits in the heart of downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin, right on the Chippewa River Trail and just steps from the Eau Claire River, where the city's rivers, trails, music, and nightlife converge. The property is made up of two buildings, The Main House and The Flats, joined by an actively programmed courtyard and a woodsy patio with cut-stone fire pits. The Main House is home to The Lakely, the hotel's cocktail lounge and live music venue, along with The Gallery, a private event room featuring natural light, exposed brick columns, and regional artwork suited to meetings, receptions, and smaller celebrations. The Lakely can also be booked as an exclusive rental, with a craft bar, stage, and full audio/visual capabilities for private parties, corporate functions, and site-wide celebrations. Guest rooms are outfitted with locally handcrafted wood furniture and in-room record players, part of a design meant to reflect the spirit of Eau Claire. Additional amenities include a lobby vinyl library, bicycle checkout, and 24-hour coffee service, all backed by what the hotel calls its most valuable amenity: an attentive staff ready to assist around the clock.