Wisconsin Hotel Suddenly Competing for America’s Top Spot

When it comes to hotels, travelers have plenty of options. Whether you're looking for a no frills, cheap place to sleep or a fancy, romantic stay with all the amenities, there is something for everyone.

USA Today Highlights New Hotels Across the Country

USA Today is wrapping up the year with new additions to its annual Reader's Choice Awards, known as the 10BEST, by searching for the best new hotel in America. A surprising entry from Wisconsin is making a strong run for the top spot.

Twenty hotels were nominated by USA Today, and voting for the best new hotel is open until Monday, December 22. The top ten list will be released on Friday, January 2, and this Wisconsin standout is currently sitting in second place.

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A Door County Favorite Rising in the Rankings

The Fresh Coast Motel, located in Fish Creek in the heart of Door County about an hour from Green Bay, is a boutique motel offering views of Fish Creek Harbor and Peninsula State Park. Guests enjoy unique amenities along with easy access to local shops and restaurants that make Door County a favorite Midwest getaway.

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The longtime area hotel, once known as the By The Bay Motel, has been part of Fish Creek since the 1940s. Recently remodeled and reopened as the Fresh Coast Motel, the property now offers a total of 15 rooms, creating a quiet, cozy retreat for visitors who prefer a slower pace without the crowds you might find in larger tourist towns.

They also offer a short-term vacation home known as The Deckhouse, a five-bedroom, four bathroom home that can accommodate ten people. It features private decks, upscale interiors, and an in-house sauna, which is always a big selling point during cold Wisconsin winters.

Rave Reviews and Huge Momentum

With 161 reviews on Google, all of them five stars, the Fresh Coast Motel has clearly found a devoted audience. Many travelers consider this one of the most unique stays in Wisconsin, offering a premium experience in one of the most scenic regions of the Upper Midwest.

Fans across the region are rallying behind the motel as voting continues. Vote here and help them reach the number one spot on USA Today’s list of the best new hotels in America.