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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3.0 star property
Hotel with spa, near Lake Michigan

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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
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, friendly staff, spacious rooms

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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

Junior Suite

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

Highlights

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Highlights

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

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Standard Room | Lake view

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 325 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

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

  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pabst Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Riverside Theater - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 15 min drive
  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 26 min drive
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 7 min drive
  • Milwaukee Airport Station - 15 min drive
  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪County Clare Inn & Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Knick - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

The Knickerbocker on the Lake puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Milwaukee Art Museum. You can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis, and American cuisine is served at The Knick Restaurant, which is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 87 rooms
  • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (USD 20 per night)
  • Onsite extended parking (USD 100 per week)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (765 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Knick Salon and Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Dining

The Knick Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 20 per night
  • Extended parking costs USD 100 per week

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.

Also known as

Knickerbocker
Knickerbocker Hotel
Knickerbocker Hotel Milwaukee
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Knickerbocker Lake Hotel Milwaukee
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 20 per night. Extended parking costs USD 100 per week. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Potawatomi Bingo Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Knickerbocker on the Lake and nearby?
The Knickerbocker on the Lake has a spa and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Knickerbocker on the Lake?
Yes, The Knick Restaurant offers alfresco dining and American cuisine.
Does The Knickerbocker on the Lake have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
What's the area around The Knickerbocker on the Lake like?
The Knickerbocker on the Lake is in Downtown Milwaukee, a short 15-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 10 minutes' walk from Milwaukee Art Museum. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Terrible check in
Got there at 5:15 and tried to check in. Was told room was not available. And need to wait an hour for them to clean. Terrible check in experience. Needed to get in the room to get ready for the night and unable to.
Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

MARK, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jacquelyn, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love the Knickerbocker
As usual, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Knickerbocker on the Lake. I love being able to walk to Juneau Park safely to enjoy the out of doors. When visiting in the summer, I always take advantage of the Juneau Park Beer Garden. This visit was the first time I ate at the Knick, the on-site restaurant. I had the best grilled shrimp mango salad.
The Milwaukee Art Museum
The War Memorial that I walked to from the hotel
Joan, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and would stay again !
Connie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Megan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gabriel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shane, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bruce, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Danielle, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

For the Knickerbocker being an "older" hotel, we thought the room was very nice, clean and quiet. We will consider staying here again when we venture to Milwaukee in the future. Top notch.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Pretty good, other than there was a bunch of spiders and webs by the back door in the parking lot. And some of the channels in the tv was out of contract so that was kinda an inconvenience.
Mason, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Teresa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stacey, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Here’s what’s great: beautifully restored art deco property with all needed modern amenities. Spacious room, kitchenette, walk-in closet. Not so great: front desk clerk was gone twice when we needed help. One absence was so long—15 minutes—that the absence made us late for our dinner reservation. This was early in the evening too—not the middle of the night. When we mentioned this problem to the front desk supervisor the next morning during checkout, she couldn’t have cared less. Terrible: we met a friend for a drink a half-block from the hotel. Walking to his car around midnight, he was brutally attacked and robbed by three men who jumped out of a car. He was one of several people attacked in the area that night, according to the police who responded to our 911 call. The Knickerbocker is supposed to be in one of Milwaukee’s nicest neighborhoods. Not so nice or safe that night. Of course we don’t hold the hotel responsible for what happened to our friend, but it should be known that it happened one block away.
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. At the time of our stay, it was the most affordable in the area. However, the parking situation is not great. There is very limited on site parking available. You are expected to find street parking. We got lucky, but I can see this being very difficult.
Michael, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ronald, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love It!
The hotel originally opened in 1929, and it’s a jewel! If you’re into super modern architecture and all the trimmings, this is not your place. But if you like history and reminiscing about yesterday, this is the best! Room was clean and comfortable! Service was top notch and location is great! I would definitely stay again.
Xiu, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Monica, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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Tabitha, 1-night trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"The restaurant is great."
Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM