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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property – evening/night
Interior
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | In-room dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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, Fiserv Forum
    ‪18 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
(72 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 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 | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 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 | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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 this property

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

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 centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, spa services and a business centre.
The Knickerbocker on the Lake offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit 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 on a daily basis.

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

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

Knick Salon and Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Knickerbocker on the Lake's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Milwaukee School of Engineering. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a full-service spa and a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired Internet
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at The Knick Restaurant
  • Self-parking and extended parking available for a fee
  • Treat yourself to body wraps, massages or body scrubs at Knick Salon and Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • 15 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan and a 2-minute drive from Fiserv Forum
The Knickerbocker on the Lake offers its guests a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. 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 centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 765 square feet (71 square metres) 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.

The Knick Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Property amenities

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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Knick Restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 765 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

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

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 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. 582 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel - close to the lake with real keys!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, older hotel. Comfortable. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice historic hotel in a great location. Restaurant was convenient, excellent food and fun staff. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleks

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a great location for us and we would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Overland Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice historical place to stay. Although the rooms are very outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Disliked: Amenities
I’m very historic property extremely beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My daughter and I stayed there for a quick trip, and WOW. The staff was beyond helpful and so nice. The room was so charming. We had the best experience and will definitely be staying here every time we come back to Milwaukee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great customer service

Hotel has character. I extended my stay and needed to change rooms. Rather than checkout, wait 4 hours and check back in, a wonderful agent named Precious made some calls to housekeeping so we just needed to checkout and immediately check-in and move to the room next door. Great customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel turned into a modern stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernardo

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

Great stay

It was great, the hotel is super well located and has some very nice particularities that make the stay unique. I like the "old" arquitecture, and decorations, so found the place very interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Amenities
Nice, but a little pricey.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Eddie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Arealious

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lakbay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I had read several reviews before booking this place. On the outside & lobby area it was very nice. They gave us a room on the 4th floor & not sure what anything else looked like other than that. The room was clean but dated. The bathroom was very small which was ok but we had extreme difficulty getting the shower to work. Also walls apparently had no insulation & the 3 people in the room beside us stayed up the entire night partying & then at7am started having very loud sex (which I’m definitely not against) but if I’d had kids with me I don’t know what the hell i would’ve have told them. Also smoking I guess is allowed because it came through the vents in our room. If I’d had booked 2 nights I would have cancelled the 2nd night. Would not ever stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025