The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3.0 star property

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View | In-room dining
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 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

Standard Room

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

Junior Suite

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

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

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

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

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 Jewish Museum Milwaukee. 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 scrubs, body treatments or facials 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 location and the restaurant
  • 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.

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

The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 580 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great customer Service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Besides the historical beauty and the excellent condition of the amenities of the hotel, was the incredible staff. Precious, who took care of the front desk, was a stand out. She is amazing at making the stay as comfortable as possible with wonderful ideas and suggestions for things to do in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyiesha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easiest city hotel parking. Very reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Unique hotel within walking distance to Summerfest

Unique hotel within walking distance of Summerfest grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

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

A true Milwaukee gem!!

The staff here is incredible. I can’t say enough about how helpful and welcoming they are. It was a bummer that all the shower body wash and shampoo barely had enough for one shower… the pillows are also in need of an upgrade. Other than that I could not be happier with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family of four, loved our suite. Walked to coffee shops with vegan breakfast sandwich options. View of lake from hotel room. Courteous staff and beautiful older building. Stately. We will be back next time we see the Brewers play.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

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

Brewers Game

Front desk staff super helpful great visit great price big room all is good. We’ll be back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building with character. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aeron

Liked: Cleanliness
Old charm
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the atmosphere of this place! It's quiet, historic, and it was pleasant. The only real draw back was the window air conditioner, but besides that, staff was friendly and check in was quick, check out quicker. Parking was either free on street or you could pay $20 a night and park in the gated lot the residents and other guests used. My only drawback was there weren't any sewing kits availability, but that's my fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little dated, good area, good experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
LOVE this hotel! Great staff and a great historic building in a great location. The restaurant downstairs is one of the best in town in my opinion - a great selection of eats and drinks 😀
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025