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The Pfister Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with spa, near Lake Michigan

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Lobby
Ballroom
Pfister Double | View from room
Ballroom
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
In downtown Milwaukee, The Pfister Hotel offers an elegant retreat with a coffee shop, shopping on site, and a poolside bar. With two restaurants to choose from and WELL Spa for some pampering time, this hotel is the perfect blend of comfort and relaxation. Enjoy express check-in/check-out options while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is NT$5,652
NT$6,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister Signature King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister King with Roll-in Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Grand Tower King with Roll-in Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pfister Double | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister Premier King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister Signature Doubles

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister Premier Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pfister King Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister King Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister Double Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Grand Tower King

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Grand Tower King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Tower Double

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Grand Tower Double

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Lake View King

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Lake View King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Pfister King Accessible

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Pfister King Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

What's nearby

  • Riverside Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Baird Center - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 13 min drive
  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 25 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 40 min drive
  • Milwaukee Airport Station - 13 min drive
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 16 min walk
  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Metro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oggie's Kitchen & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • Ward's House of Prime
  • ‪Mason Street Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SportClub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Pfister Hotel

At The Pfister Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Fiserv Forum. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or hydrotherapy, and Mason Street Grill, one of 2 restaurants, serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a poolside bar. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop is 4 minutes and Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 307 rooms
    • Arranged over 13 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Covered onsite valet parking (USD 46 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–11 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (25005 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1893
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

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 hot 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.

Dining

Mason Street Grill - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe Pfister - This café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Blu - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Lobby Lounge - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 38 per night with in/out privileges
  • Covered valet parking costs USD 46 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Pfister
Pfister
Pfister Hotel
Pfister Hotel Milwaukee
Pfister Milwaukee
The Pfister Hotel Hotel
The Pfister Hotel Milwaukee
The Pfister Hotel Hotel Milwaukee

Frequently asked questions

Does The Pfister Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Pfister Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Pfister Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Pfister Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Pfister Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 38 per night. Valet parking costs USD 46 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Pfister Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Pfister Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Potawatomi Bingo Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Pfister Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. The Pfister Hotel also has 3 bars and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near The Pfister Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around The Pfister Hotel like?

The Pfister Hotel is in Downtown Milwaukee, a short 4-minute walk from Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop and 14 minutes' walk from Lake Michigan. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Pfister Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast at the property was consistently delicious and served with great staff and service. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay

The Pfister is always so beautiful! And the service is incomparable!
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay - love the pfister and their attention to the guests - upstairs bar had great view
Mitchell, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel with convenient location to surrounding attractions. Overall nice stay. Only gave four stars due to some small cleanliness issues in room. Would stay here again.
Sara M Lack, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Belle Epoque at its finest

Staff is professional and welcoming. Hotel is beautiful and well maintained. We had drinks in the Blu lounge - excellent view of the city (and very good cocktails)
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Old school charm

From check-in to checkout the stay was wonderful.
mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and beautiful building

Hotel is beautiful and rooms are very nice. Bar and restaurant were really good too. Service was not great from hotel staff but would still stay here again.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel!
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful historic hotel, beautifully maintained and managed.
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel . Highly recommend!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel full of history
Doris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Impeccable Short Stay in Milwaukee

After so many years, still a class act. Had a room in the tower which was large and clean and comfortable. Perhaps the most trendy place, but seems to be thriving after 130 or so years. Service was impeccable.
Dirk, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Attending Wallin wedding

The amenities at the Pfister were absolutely top notch. Everything was exquisite.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Mother’s Day weekend getaway

Amazing, beautiful and historic hotel with incredible staff! Will stay here again and again!!
Lea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay at a beautiful hotel.
S, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique hotel! Loved it

Very nice hotel and accommodating
Jacqui, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location, cleanly historical hotel at an excellent time
Floyd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beauty and elegance In Milwaukee

I have never stayed in a more lovely hotel. Everything about it is intentionally elegant, yet accessible to any who stay. I wish I didn’t have to leave!
Leslie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and staff.
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in Milwaukee

Beautiful historic hotel. The staff was very accommodating & friendly. We highly recommend this hotel in Milwaukee.
barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was phenomenal and made sure our stay was memorable!
Aysha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Great location. Loved staying there.
Brent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Never Disappoints

My most favorite hotel in the Midwest and Beyond!
Kari, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very worth it.

Excellent service, location, staff. Everything was well done. All needs met. Very classy. Lights in lobby flicker a little bit. General lighting leaves room for improvement. Yes I'm being ADHD.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service Great room Excellent breakfast
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were helpful and friendly and the valet was fast and efficient. The Bed was very comfortable as well.
Kelly, 2-night trip