The Knickerbocker on the Lake

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4.1

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

Hotel in Milwaukee, WI

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this hotel

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Lake Michigan
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, spa services, and a business center.
The Knickerbocker on the Lake offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Milwaukee, WI

Nearby attractions

American Family Field

Milwaukee Public Museum

1.2 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 King • 325 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Junior Suite

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

1 Queen • 660 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

1 King • 660 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

1 King • 1 Queen • 1000 ft²

Sleeps 9

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

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4.1

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

Hotel in Milwaukee, WI

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Milwaukee, WI

Nearby attractions

American Family Field

Milwaukee Public Museum

1.2 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 King • 325 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Junior Suite

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

1 Queen • 660 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

1 King • 660 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

1 King • 1 Queen • 1000 ft²

Sleeps 9

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.1

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

2.0

Sep 2024

For the Knickerbocker being an "older" hotel, we thought the room was very nice, clean and quiet. We will consider staying here again when we venture to Milwaukee in the future. Top notch.

2.0

Sep 2024

Pretty good, other than there was a bunch of spiders and webs by the back door in the parking lot. And some of the channels in the tv was out of contract so that was kinda an inconvenience.

2.5

Sep 2024

Very nice and clean

2.5

Aug 2024

The hotel originally opened in 1929, and it’s a jewel! If you’re into super modern architecture and all the trimmings, this is not your place. But if you like history and reminiscing about yesterday, this is the best! Room was clean and comfortable! Service was top notch and location is great! I would definitely stay again.

5.0

Aug 2024

Older hotel

4.0

Aug 2024

This was a nice place to stay but parking was a little cramped and hard to maneuver.

1.0

Aug 2024

A few hours after checking into our hotel a live cockroach came out of the wall. The front desk was notified and asked for a new room, the staff mentioned they had no available rooms. I asked the staff to remove the cockroach and check for others. After the cockroach was removed I asked again for a new room or refund. Staff again said there were no available rooms, but mentioned they needed to contact their supervisor for a refund as they could not approve. We were told to wait 10 minutes for manager to arrive. After waiting 15 minutes and no contact from the manager we decided to book a new hotel and leave as we felt the room was unsanitary. Upon leaving and telling staff the manager was already there, but refused to address us or apologize just made a quick glance. I was very kind about the whole situation and even willing to switch rooms, but the fact the manager ignored us irked me. I have not received one call from the manager apologizing or updating me on the refund. I was told through Expedia they refused my refund. I feel like finding live cockroaches in the wall of your hotel room would leave any guest uneasy. Please treat your paying guests better.

5.0

Aug 2024

Executive suite was huge!

2.5

Aug 2024

Always stay here for Summerfest! Walkable to the festival. The hotel is quiet, comfortable, and clean. Will stay again next year!

5.0

Jul 2024

Awesome stay great staff

2.5

Jul 2024

Unique hotel, great customer service. Clean rooms, comfortable beds. Great stay! Will definitely stay again!

4.0

Jul 2024

Booked for 4 people. One bed .

5.0

Jul 2024

I liked this hotel plenty. Nice location. Yes faint food smells. There’s a cooking area in the unit. Have to pay $20 to park and that always drives me crazy. Just charge more for the room upfront. Would consider staying again except for the parking.

5.0

Jul 2024

Very cool hotel!

4.0

Jul 2024

This is a cool old property in Milwaukee. Convenient to the lakeshore and Veterans park. Our room had a full kitchen. The bathroom/shower was fine but dated

2.5

Jul 2024

Classic hotel in good condition. Friendly staff. Easy walk to lakefront park and a few nearby restaurants.

5.0

Jul 2024

Beautiful property with great view of Lake Michigan. Clean and comfortable. Easy to get to.

2.5

Jul 2024

Elegant historical hotel with parking right there. Great location for running along oak leaf trail.

5.0

Jul 2024

We loved how the historical architecture was preserved and was paired with all the comforts of a modern studio apartment.

5.0

Jul 2024

Property was so much more spacious than we expected. Extremely walkable to everything.

4.0

Jul 2024

I loved staying at this historic hotel. I had a lovely room that was a junior suite. The only things that I didn’t like was a surprise parking fee of $20.00/day. Also, the window air conditioner unit was very noisy, and hard to adjust.

5.0

Jul 2024

Charming, old school hotel. Charming neighborhood. Polite, helpful staff, and efficient elevators!

5.0

Jul 2024

Have stayed several times and the location is convenient to the festival grounds and walking distance to fiserv arena area. Rooms and building area is clean and well kept.

4.0

Jul 2024

Very beautiful old building! Upon walking in, we couldnt help but look everywhere and take pics in the entrance and foyer, it was beautiful! The gentleman who check us in when we got there around 5 was not very friendly (quite rude actually) but the man that was there in the morning when we checked out was very kind so it helped us leave on a good note! Great location to summerfest and the lake, very safe and easy parking! Would stay again!

5.0

Jun 2024

Have stayed at The Knickerbocker several times, and it’s always a treat. Cool building, beautiful entry. Rooms are comfortable. Close to downtown and Third Ward. Gem.

1.0

Jun 2024

didn’t get a coffee pot in room until day 3/4. older woman at front counter was not friendly. shower had no pressure. great location. nice rooms.

2.5

Jun 2024

A return visit to one of my fav. Hotel.

2.5

Jun 2024

We loved it. The location is great, it’s an old school hotel, classic. The room was large, clean, the bed was comfy. We would definitely stay again

5.0

Jun 2024

We loved everything about this property. The Lady at the front desk who was the supervisor (Jolene?) was awesome. Dominque was one of the cleaning ladies with such a bright attitude and great smile. Our room was above and beyond what we expected. We LOVED it all and will be back. Thank you so much Knickerbocker on the Lake!

5.0

Jun 2024

loved the history of this building, would absolutely stay again

2.0

Jun 2024

Lovely vintage hotel with a very good on site restaurant. Staff was friendly and helpful. Convenient location.

5.0

Jun 2024

We really enjoyed our stay. Parking was easy and everything was in close proximity. We could easily walk to the park and other places.

2.0

Jun 2024

I didn’t like that we didn’t get the room we paid for through Expedia for the 1st of a two night stay. They accidentally gave our room to someone else for the first night. So we had to move over the next day once they had cleaned the room. When I asked about reimbursement the crabby old lady working at the front desk said “ it’s booked through Expedia nothing i can do.” I know this review will probably reach no one but makes me feel better sending it.

5.0

Jun 2024

Great location and really cute hotel

5.0

Jun 2024

Great Location! Walking distance to Shank Hall and County Clare Irish Pub! Hotel very clean, parking super easy….you pay about $20 a night but it’s right next to the hotel ! Thank you for a very nice stay!

5.0

Jun 2024

My parents had their wedding here 76 yearsago.

5.0

Jun 2024

Property was elegant and vintage which perfectly paired as a desirable location.

4.0

Jun 2024

I’ve stayed here multiple times but rented from owners. I rented from the hotel this time, and was disappointed in the dusty conditions and built up filth of the window sills and the outlet boxes. There were items missing from the suite that should have been there: only one glass, but two wine glasses, no dish drainer provided, no paper towels, nobody told me about any amenities, like ice or coffee. The phone kept blinking the message light and couldn’t be deleted. That should have been cleared for me. The location made my business walkable and I love that location. For the price, I will be looking elsewhere in the neighborhood.

4.0

Jun 2024

Rooms w/kitchen is nice. Really need to add a coffee maker! Even cheap hotels give you coffee!

5.0

Jun 2024

Unique and quaint!

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Milwaukee?

The average price for a rental in Milwaukee is $151 per night. This rental is $8 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Knickerbocker on the Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Knickerbocker on the Lake pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and hot tub or spa.

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Hotel in Milwaukee, WI

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Milwaukee, WI

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Junior Suite

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

Hotel in Milwaukee, WI

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Milwaukee, WI

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Junior Suite

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Milwaukee?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is The Knickerbocker on the Lake pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

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