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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel near Lake Michigan

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | In-room dining
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1028 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Place, Veteran's Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Lake view

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(75 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 King Beds

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Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Milwaukee hotel, you'll find Milwaukee School of Engineering and Milwaukee County War Memorial Center. Betty Brinn Children's Museum and Milwaukee Art Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Veteran's Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Milwaukee School of Engineering - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 7 min drive
  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at the Plaza - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3-star spa hotel near Lake Michigan
The Knickerbocker on the Lake offers its guests a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 765 square feet (71 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Knickerbocker on the Lake. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 765 sq ft of conference space
  • 71 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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 (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Knick Salon and Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 100 per week)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per night
  • Extended parking fee: USD 100 per week

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Knickerbocker
Knickerbocker Hotel
Knickerbocker Hotel Milwaukee
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Knickerbocker Lake Hotel Milwaukee
Knickerbocker Lake Hotel
Knickerbocker Lake Milwaukee
Knickerbocker Lake
The Knickerbocker on the Lake Hotel
The Knickerbocker on the Lake Milwaukee
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The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 589 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krystyna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the place ! We’ll stay again !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice property, good rooms but staff at front desk was rude!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice place nice location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Aiden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room and staff were nice. Location is also great. But my room often stank from smells drifting in the window from a nearby restaurant.. This may however not be an issue in the Winter, because they remove the AC unit so you can properly close the windows. I stayed there at the very end of the Summer season. Was told that the AC unit would be removed during my stay so that I could completely close the window, however, this did not happen during my 3-night stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant W

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location to lake, clean, and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was great, staff was very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was amazed that our room had a stove, dishes, pots and pans, and a big old walk-in closet. The staff was incredibly friendly. The food options in downtown Milwaukee were a little sparse, but the knick, the attached restaurant, was open until 11:00 p.m. And always helped feed me after a long day at the convention. Next time I'm in Milwaukee, I will look to book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy

Pots and pans were clean. Very cozy. Overall, super nice stay My one problem was the toilet paper roll right next to the toilet it almost feels like it’s near your elbow If you’re a smaller petite person, you might not notice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
old facility but nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, Agoura Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at the hotel. It was nice to have a one-bedroom apartment and be able to fix my meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lillianna

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was really friendly, the room was very clean and great for the price. They have an attached restaurant and bar the staff there was also very friendly and the food was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historical building, nice enough for 1 night

All of the staff was super friendly and kind. Check in and check out was super seamless. Rooms are pretty underwhelming aesthetically- but for the price I wasn’t expecting the most lavish room. Cannot beat the location- lots of coffee shops and near to the lake and park and activities. I had a concert at Turner Hall & it’s only about a 4 minute drive away. There was quite a bit of siren noise at night and unfortunately someone’s car alarm went off at about 4:45AM & continued for a bit, waking me up, but also some noise is to be expected in the city. The bathroom wasn’t bad but the lighting is pretty dark. Room doors have a cool old-fashioned servidor feature that history buffs will appreciate like I did. Lobby was very clean and the area feels secure. Maintenance was coming around in the morning to work on the AC unit, around 10AM before checkout-it seemed a bit weird they would request to do that while a hotel guest is occupying the room, but they gladly said they could just come back after I checked out which was appreciated and probably just a one off. Parking was right next door to the hotel and only $20 for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel close to downtown. The staff was great and parking was a piece of cake. Room was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's an older hotel and so it has some unique features. the windows open which is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The historic hotel is in a great area of town. You can walk and take the public transit easily. I love the style of this hotel and it has history. My only issue is the hotel rooms. Have a conventional flair to it, which is kind of bland, not ultra modern and not part of the history of the hotel period. It almost felt like it was slapped together real quick. Knicks Restaurant and bar had terrific food and the service was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Nothing was stocked!! The lobby smelled with some kind of spray. The hotel was old. They gave you a key instead of a key card. The hotel was called Knickerbocker on the Lake. Our view was the parking lot. Did not see the lake!! We did walk to a nice restaurant for breakfast called The Palmer House.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic old hotel. Beautiful historic touches. Not in pristine shape but more due to it's historic nature than anything else
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025