The Pfister Hotel

4.5 star property
Historic hotel near Lake Michigan

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The Pfister Hotel

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Interior
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
Exterior detail
Interior
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Overview of The Pfister Hotel

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Popular LocationMilwaukee Art Museum10 min walk
  • Popular LocationFiserv Forum16 min walk
  • Popular LocationHarley-Davidson Museum3 min drive
  • AirportMilwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)12 min drive

Room options

Pfister Signature King

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Pfister King with Roll-in Shower

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Tower King with Roll-in Shower

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Pfister Signature Doubles

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, City View

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Grand Room, 1 King Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Pfister King Accessible

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Milwaukee

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Milwaukee hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Milwaukee Art Museum. Marcus Center for the Performing Arts and Milwaukee School of Engineering are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Riverside Theater - 5 min walk
  • Pabst Theater - 7 min walk
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 10 min walk
  • Fiserv Forum - 16 min walk
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 16 min walk
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mason Street Grill - 2 min walk
  • Oggie's Kitchen & Bar - 2 min walk
  • Blu - 1 min walk
  • Shah Jee's Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • SportClub - 3 min walk

About this property

The Pfister Hotel

Historic hotel near Lake Michigan
The Pfister Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 25005 square feet (2323 square meters) and includes a conference center. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Pfister Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victorian Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

  • 307 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 25005 sq ft of conference space
  • 2323 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1893
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
The Pfister Hotel offers 307 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch plasma televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

WELL Spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a spa tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave (on request)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 42 per day)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6 AM–11 AM: USD 7-25 per person
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs available on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • Cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7–25 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 42 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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The Pfister Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1055 out of 1300 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 1300 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1300 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1300 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1300 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
High touch service
Lovely! Ambiance and special touches (like Champaign upon check in) made it a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a beautiful hotel with great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the preservation of a unique historical treasure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing. A nust stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor, Appleton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had heating issue. Room super hot. Called desk. Within minutes maintenance guy came fixed it. Open window slightly and gave us coupons for coffee. Very nice. Luxurious historic hotel. Just beautiful. Mason St. Grill. Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024