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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Lake Michigan

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Front of property - evening/night
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View | In-room dining
Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance
The Knickerbocker on the Lake sits along Lake Michigan's shores offering a peaceful retreat. Travelers unwind with spa services, enjoy outdoor meals at the restaurant, and appreciate practical conveniences like WiFi and express check-out for a smooth stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room | Lake view

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 450 sq ft
  • 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
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 660 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 660 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 King Beds

View all photos for Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 660 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1028 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

What's nearby

  • Veteran's Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pabst Theater - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fiserv Forum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 7 min drive
  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at the Plaza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Knick - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪War Memorial Beer Garden - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Located close to Fiserv Forum, The Knickerbocker on the Lake provides a garden, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage, a body wrap, or a body treatment at Knick Salon and Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Knick Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 87 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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 transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 100 per week)
  • Limited onsite 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per night
  • Extended parking fee: USD 100 per week

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Knickerbocker Hotel
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Knickerbocker Lake Hotel Milwaukee
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Knickerbocker on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knickerbocker on the Lake on Nov 3, 2025 start from $119.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 100 per week. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Knickerbocker on the Lake located?

Located in Downtown Milwaukee, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Milwaukee School of Engineering and Lake Michigan. Milwaukee County War Memorial Center and Betty Brinn Children's Museum are also within 10 minutes. Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot and Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop is 18 minutes.

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The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1011 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

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place too stay easy access to other areas
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

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

Stephinie Marie Hart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff..charming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The historical building was very cool to experience- loved the spa as well as the restaurant (The Knick) attached. Great food!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

8/10 Good

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice historical place to stay. Although the rooms are very outdated.
Stayed 2 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

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent historic sute
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jade at the front desk was excellent and very helpful at all times!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location on Yankee Hill: quiet but still convenient to downtown Milwaukee. The Hotel is "vintage," including some older facilities, hardware, and plumbing fixtures, thus it lacks some contemporary conveniences, but all is clean and well-kept.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great, but it's a downtown area. Expect homeless and inner city stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool old architectural area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

10/10 Excellent

lilyah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Using keys was nostalgic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Average
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

Frank

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought this place was really neat. The building has a lot of cool historic architecture. Neat crown molding and floors. The doors for the rooms are cool looking too. The room was spacious. Everything was very clean and smelled fresh.
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

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

8/10 Good

Sven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent area for on or two nights. Hotel needs renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerilyn

Disliked: Staff & service
check in was interesting, front desk person seem bothered she had to get up and get parking cards, she seemed put out. Air conditioner was very loud, causing a lot of waking up, restless sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect. Nice to have the kitchenette in the room. When we come back for an extended stay we will be staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. I would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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