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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel near Lake Michigan

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Front of property - evening/night
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | Private kitchen
Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View
Interior entrance
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
    Spa
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
1028 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Milwaukee Art Museum
    10 min walk
  • Veteran's Park
    13 min walk
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    15 min walk
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    15 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • 61 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

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

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • 92 sq m
  • 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

  • 30 sq m
  • 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

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

  • 61 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (1618)
The price is CA $166
per night
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

About the area

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Milwaukee hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Milwaukee Art Museum. Jewish Museum Milwaukee and Milwaukee School of Engineering are also within half a mile (1 km).

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

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

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

3-star spa hotel near Lake Michigan
The Knickerbocker on the Lake offers its guests a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center. 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 center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 765 square feet (71 square meters) 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.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 765 sq ft of conference space
  • 71 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Knickerbocker on the Lake offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • 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

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa

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 available
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • 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

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.

Property payment types

Important information

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

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
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 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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The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1003 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiu

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tabitha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Older hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was easily located for easy access to many parts of the city. Walkable to the lace and the downtown entertainment districts. Room was unique in its own special way.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice place to stay but parking was a little cramped and hard to maneuver.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet neighborhood near a park. Attached restaurant is nice but not open for breakfast M-F. Options for breakfast are walkable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A few hours after checking into our hotel a live cockroach came out of the wall. The front desk was notified and asked for a new room, the staff mentioned they had no available rooms. I asked the staff to remove the cockroach and check for others. After the cockroach was removed I asked again for a new room or refund. Staff again said there were no available rooms, but mentioned they needed to contact their supervisor for a refund as they could not approve. We were told to wait 10 minutes for manager to arrive. After waiting 15 minutes and no contact from the manager we decided to book a new hotel and leave as we felt the room was unsanitary. Upon leaving and telling staff the manager was already there, but refused to address us or apologize just made a quick glance. I was very kind about the whole situation and even willing to switch rooms, but the fact the manager ignored us irked me. I have not received one call from the manager apologizing or updating me on the refund. I was told through Expedia they refused my refund. I feel like finding live cockroaches in the wall of your hotel room would leave any guest uneasy. Please treat your paying guests better.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Executive suite was huge!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will stay again!
Always stay here for Summerfest! Walkable to the festival. The hotel is quiet, comfortable, and clean. Will stay again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rachael

Booked for 4 people. One bed .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked this hotel plenty. Nice location. Yes faint food smells. There’s a cooking area in the unit. Have to pay $20 to park and that always drives me crazy. Just charge more for the room upfront. Would consider staying again except for the parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique hotel, great customer service. Clean rooms, comfortable beds. Great stay! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

OLIYA

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot and amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

OLIYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cool old property in Milwaukee. Convenient to the lakeshore and Veterans park. Our room had a full kitchen. The bathroom/shower was fine but dated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Two nights in upscale Milwaukee.
Classic hotel in good condition. Friendly staff. Easy walk to lakefront park and a few nearby restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024