The Pfister Hotel

4.5 star property
VIP Access

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Lobby
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | View from room
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10 PM, pool loungers
Ballroom
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Baird Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Fiserv Forum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪13 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

Room options

Pfister Signature King

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

Pfister King with Roll-in Shower

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

Grand Tower King with Roll-in Shower

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

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Premier Room

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

Pfister Signature Doubles

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

Premier Room, City View

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

Grand Room, 1 King Bed

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

Grand Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

Pfister King Accessible

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

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About this property

The Pfister Hotel

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
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 iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. 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, complimentary newspapers 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 aromatherapy, facials or body scrubs 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. 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

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)
  • 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
  • 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

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.

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

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Pfister Hotel Milwaukee
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The Pfister Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1383 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1657 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Travis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful gilded hotel. Staff and service not the quality expected for the institution they were representing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda, YORKVILLE

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

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brennan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachele

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

8/10 Good

Betsy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Checking staff and front were very helpful. The restaurant in the morning was so backed up they said 45- 1 hour wait. Ridiculous on Sunday AM. They said lobby had same menu. We went to lobby and found a dirty table and waited 20-25 min and no one came to take our order. I asked at the bar in lobby and they said there was a server but he/she could not be found. We left and ate somewhere else. Very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We went to the Bucks game and stayed at the Pfister. Love the Pfister!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

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

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

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

Out of this world experience.

This was one of the most beautiful hotels that I have ever stayed at. The staff were incredible. I highly recommend the experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Love the history of this hotel, completely underwhelmed with its guest rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay once again at the Pfister. Never disappoints.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went above and beyond to accommodate an early checkin that all the difference for our family!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mechi and Rishav were very efficient and quite lovely at the front desk. A very nice first impression. The hotel is beautiful and still very tech current. Food at Mason Street Grille is delicious and the service is impeccable. My husband and I will definitely be returning in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property! Everything is first class. We received an upgrade to a king suite, which was gorgeous. High end furniture, a gorgeous bathroom, and extremely spacious. The staff was professional and friendly. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raven

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Meghan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Santa Monica

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierce

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

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