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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, City View | Private kitchen
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View | In-room dining
Interior entrance
Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1028 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Fiserv Forum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • 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
(12 reviews)
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • 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

  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • 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)
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 King Beds

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Standard Room | Lake view

Standard Room

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

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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)
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • 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 Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Riverside Theater - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 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

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at the Plaza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Knick - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 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 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

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

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The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1033 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyiesha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful, and the knickerbocker is an excellent boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aeron

Liked: Cleanliness
Old charm
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Knickerbocker for my daughter’s wedding—- hotel is stunning with a perfect location near the Fitzgerald. Close to third ward but with a residential feel. Staff were very friendly and helpful- highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kiki

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location and the historic feel of the place and neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Never a disappointment

The Knickerbocker staff is always the best. I was there to relax and they made everything easy and peaceful. I have no complaints. Only praise. I will be back to enjoy the serenity of the Knickerbocker again hopefully sooner rather than later.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The king suite was amazing!! 2 bathrooms, a kitchen and a huge living area. The air-conditioners were kind of load and old but definitely kept it nice and chilly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fjaere Nilssen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical gorgeous homey
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very neat historic hotel in downtown Milwaukee. We came for a night in downtown to celebrate a birthday. It was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice! Loved the room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Dr. Timothy

No Larkin
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean beautiful area reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property feels so grand when you enter! The staff was so friendly and the room was very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprisingly nice hotel. Front desk staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms are clean and plenty of room. The hotel is within walking distance of everything we planned for our trip. Some aspects of the hotel are dated, but adds to the quality of the stay and the theme of the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk staff Precious was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James, green bay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ladies at front desk were accommodating, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

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

Great hotel option

This was a very nice hotel in a great location near the lake, parks, and the Art Museum. We had a small kitchenette, the bed was very comfortable, plenty of closet space. The bathrooms could use some updating, but it is an old, historic property. The restaurant on property only served breakfast on the weekends, but the bar was open daily. We'd happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, HILLSBORO

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

6/10 Okay

Socorro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was really spacious, which was a big plus—it didn’t feel cramped at all. However, there weren’t enough beddings provided for the number of guests, which was a bit inconvenient. If that gets sorted, it would be a much more comfortable stay overall. And close to the graduation venue at FiserV
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Historic building with wonderful architecture and interior. Old building but very clean. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025