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Lobby
Lobby
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10 PM, pool loungers
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of buildings.
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Luxury
VIP Access
4.5 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Historic elegance in city centre Milwaukee

Majestic and historic, this city centre Milwaukee hotel offers a vibrant atmosphere with easy access to attractions and the lakefront. Delight in the rooftop pool, fine dining, and a grand lobby adorned with exquisite artwork, ensuring an unforgettable stay.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Place, Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Veteran's Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members
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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and wall art depicting city buildings.

Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of buildings.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premier Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premier Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister King Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Pfister King with Roll-in Shower

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister King with Roll-in Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Tower King with Roll-in Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Pfister Signature Doubles

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister Signature Doubles

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister Signature King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Pfister Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an indoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness centre and a poolside bar. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Pfister Hotel offers 307 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch plasma televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Pfister Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Milwaukee Art Museum. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and 3 bars.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Treat yourself to body treatments, thalassotherapy or manicures and pedicures at Well Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Milwaukee Art Museum
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
The Pfister Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. 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 centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 25005 square feet (2323 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Pfister Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 6 AM to 11 AM.
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 – On-site bar. Open daily.
Lobby Lounge – On-site lobby lounge. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Blu
  • Cafe Pfister
  • Lobby Lounge
  • Mason Street Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (25,005 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 13 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1893
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch HDTV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

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
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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

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 to 25 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 38 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 46 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

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, 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 smoke detector, 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
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

  • 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

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

The Pfister Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1774 out of 2096 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 2096 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 2096 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 2096 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 2096 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ilona

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ANDRZEJ

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Joan

Disliked: Amenities
Room not ready for to use it to get ready for a dinner and play. Couldn’t check in until after 5:30 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing as always
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sixto

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is so beautiful and grand, with a large lobby and bar area. My room was so very clean with amazing bed and bath linens. Concierge and all staff are very guest focused. I am so glad I chose the Pfister for my first visit to Milwaukee. I look forward to staying there again in the future.
Room service coffee
King sized room in the tower- 10th floor
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I grew up in Milwaukee and was never even in the building before and am sad that I have been missing out on this wonderful landmark! I loved everything, the lobby, the staff, the food (had the best steak of my life at the Mason Street Grill and the french onion soup was fantastic as well), the pool area, Blu...everything! It is such a calm atmosphere and the glass of champagne at check in was a nice touch. It was nice that there was a channel on the TV that explained the history of the hotel. I will definitely make sure this was not a one time visit. I am going to make sure I have nothing else going on when staying here so I can enjoy everything that the Pfister has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Norminda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

brett

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, clean room and quiet heater. The restaurants had tasty food and bartenders, servers were extra friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A clean room and beautiful building!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I attempted to speak someone at the hotel for several days prior to the stay. I was redirected to the concierge, who never picked up the phone or returned to phone calls. The room had no refrigerator, so my leftover meal from dinner spoiled and had to be thrown out. And then I was over billed for this day. I did not know this until I got home and got my final receipt from the hotel so I called, the person I spoke to said she would correct it. She did not. I had to call the hotel a SECOND time to get my bill amended to be the correct amount. Very unimpressed with the customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt like royalty!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, fantastic service - traditional and amazing in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gene

We lived the cozy lobby fireplace for drinks after the concert we attended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, all staff was very nice and accommodating. Super comfortable bed, lovely shower. Building is gorgeous, will definitely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Lake Villa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was professional and courteous. The champagne while standing in line to check in was a beautiful and classy touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ANNE

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rienelle

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were offered a glass of champagne while waiting for check in!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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