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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
Interior
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | In-room dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

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

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Standard Room | Lake view

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lake view

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

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 cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 King Beds
  • City view

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Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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About the area

Milwaukee

The Knickerbocker on the Lake puts you in the heart of Milwaukee, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Lake Michigan and Fiserv Forum. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and in-room kitchenettes. .A day of pampering at Knick Salon and Spa can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, The Knick Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 765 square feet (71 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Downtown Milwaukee hotel include Baird Center and Harley-Davidson Museum.

What's nearby

  • Veteran's Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pabst Theater - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fiserv Forum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at the Plaza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Lake Michigan
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.

  • 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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

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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 transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 100 per week)
  • Limited on-site self 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 guest room 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Yep, The Knickerbocker on the Lake has a self car park for USD 20 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Additionally there is extended parking for USD 100 per week. Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 25 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knickerbocker on the Lake on 26 Jan 2026 start from AU$131.32, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

The closest beach to The Knickerbocker on the Lake is McKinley Beach (1.6 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Yep, Knick Salon and Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

No, The Knickerbocker on the Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Cozy

Pots and pans were clean. Very cozy. Overall, super nice stay My one problem was the toilet paper roll right next to the toilet it almost feels like it’s near your elbow If you’re a smaller petite person, you might not notice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
old facility but nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, Agoura Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at the hotel. It was nice to have a one-bedroom apartment and be able to fix my meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lillianna

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was really friendly, the room was very clean and great for the price. They have an attached restaurant and bar the staff there was also very friendly and the food was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brianne

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

Historical building, nice enough for 1 night

All of the staff was super friendly and kind. Check in and check out was super seamless. Rooms are pretty underwhelming aesthetically- but for the price I wasn’t expecting the most lavish room. Cannot beat the location- lots of coffee shops and near to the lake and park and activities. I had a concert at Turner Hall & it’s only about a 4 minute drive away. There was quite a bit of siren noise at night and unfortunately someone’s car alarm went off at about 4:45AM & continued for a bit, waking me up, but also some noise is to be expected in the city. The bathroom wasn’t bad but the lighting is pretty dark. Room doors have a cool old-fashioned servidor feature that history buffs will appreciate like I did. Lobby was very clean and the area feels secure. Maintenance was coming around in the morning to work on the AC unit, around 10AM before checkout-it seemed a bit weird they would request to do that while a hotel guest is occupying the room, but they gladly said they could just come back after I checked out which was appreciated and probably just a one off. Parking was right next door to the hotel and only $20 for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

josh

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

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel close to downtown. The staff was great and parking was a piece of cake. Room was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

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

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's an older hotel and so it has some unique features. the windows open which is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The historic hotel is in a great area of town. You can walk and take the public transit easily. I love the style of this hotel and it has history. My only issue is the hotel rooms. Have a conventional flair to it, which is kind of bland, not ultra modern and not part of the history of the hotel period. It almost felt like it was slapped together real quick. Knicks Restaurant and bar had terrific food and the service was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Nothing was stocked!! The lobby smelled with some kind of spray. The hotel was old. They gave you a key instead of a key card. The hotel was called Knickerbocker on the Lake. Our view was the parking lot. Did not see the lake!! We did walk to a nice restaurant for breakfast called The Palmer House.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic old hotel. Beautiful historic touches. Not in pristine shape but more due to it's historic nature than anything else
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Rockford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really like these old hotels with lots of character. This building is half hotel and half condo which makes for a great mixture. The room was large and very comfortable. Real good choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

WillyJ

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, clean room. All ataff encountered were very friendly and helpful. Loved the architecture snd story ofvthe building
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was great, old and remodeled in the same style. It is in the Milwaukee historic place (NHRP) My complaint is that the designer in the room put weird modern art in the room. The furniture was plain. I expected a NHRP is have a great interior design. The hotel has a terrific soul, just wearing cheap clothing. Location was great, but you need your walking shoes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathon

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Oakland

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

6/10 Okay

Jerilyn

Travelled with group
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