The Osthoff Resort & Spa

Name: The Osthoff Resort & Spa
Address: 101 Osthoff Avenue, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, 53020, US
Telephone: (855) 876-3399
Price range: $$
Rating: 3.9

3.9 330 reviews

Resorts

101 Osthoff Avenue, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020

(855) 876-3399

Overall rating

3.9

out of 5

330 reviews

5 star 52%

4 star 16%

3 star 12%

2 star 9%

1 star 11%

About The Osthoff Resort & Spa

The Osthoff Resort offers a stunning location on the shores of Elkhart Lake, with beautifully maintained grounds and facilities. The resort features well-appointed rooms with comfortable beds and amenities like jet tubs, providing a great stay for guests. The friendly and accommodating staff contribute to the overall enjoyable experience.

The resort boasts a bar with a nice whiskey selection and several restaurants that serve great food and drinks, although some may find the prices a bit high. Guests can enjoy the beautiful lake view, secret hot tubs, walkways, and beach, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind.

The rooms and suites vary in size and configuration, with some offering kitchens and living rooms. The pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and spa facilities are well-maintained and provide opportunities for relaxation. The resort also offers various activities and experiences, such as cooking classes and scavenger hunts.

The Osthoff Resort is a great destination for families, with its ability to accommodate large groups and offer a range of amenities. The resort's location allows guests to explore the nearby town and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.

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Oct 2026

3.0

Unfortunately, this stay did not live up to the expectations I have for a supposedly luxury hotel. The room felt noticeably worn and, honestly, more like a stay at a Holiday Inn & Suites than an upscale property.

There were several maintenance and cosmetic issues throughout the room. The handle on the dishwasher was broken, the close-up makeup mirror had a noticeable stain that made it unusable, and there were numerous strange paint chips and areas of wear. None of these issues individually would necessarily ruin a stay, but together they gave the room a distinctly run-down feeling.

I took plenty of photos upon arrival to document the existing damage because I was concerned… read full review

Sep 2026

3.0

The good: Early check-in was smooth. Lake was beautiful. Grounds were beautifully landscaped and managed.

The bad: Toilet didn't work in our room when we arrived. There was still a shaving razor in the shower from a previous guest. There was rust EVERYWHERE. Attached photo is of one of the hot tub spaces. The other hot tub had cold water because they said they cleaned it at 8pm on a Thursday night (even though it was open until 11pm)? Strange thing is that the bottom had sand all over it AFTER the cleaning? I can't even begin to explain the experience at the restaurant. It was so bad they ended up comping our drinks which should tell you something. I'm sure the hotel… read full review

Aug 2026

5.0

Our trip was short, but we came to bike the area of Elkhart Lake back roads and for some music on the deck. The staff was friendly, accommodating and helpful. The resort is beautiful and the rooms are spacious and clean. It was a wonderful stay. We'll be back :)

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