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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

Property class: 3

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A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a large portrait, a chandelier, and a black leather armchair.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Explore the area

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1028 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Place, Milwaukee School of Engineering
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Veterans Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(111 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a clock on the wall.

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a patterned rug, and a television in the background.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a radiator, a window, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a television, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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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 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Milwaukee hotel include Baird Center and Marquette University.

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee School of Engineering - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Veterans Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

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 designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch 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, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 125 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (84 centimetre high)
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 125 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 an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Additionally there is extended parking for USD 125 per week. Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knickerbocker on the Lake on 1 Dec 2026 start from NZ$204, 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 Bradford Beach (2.7 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.

What makes The Knickerbocker on the Lake a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Knickerbocker on the Lake.

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, pets are not allowed.

The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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We loved staying there! Walkable and lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean well appointed room.great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a great stay. Location is great for many sites to take in downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great bar and restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and a beautiful building.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff very gently, the room super clean, the manager very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was great. Location is close to the lake. Staff was super friendly. Had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just what we needed for our stay. Great Location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel. Great area😎
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Close to Summerfest and a decent value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service and great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was the perfect stay for our family! Such a beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent stay! We had a wonderful experience at this hotel and were extremely satisfied with our stay. Everything was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere made our trip even more enjoyable. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Old fashioned vibe, great room very comfortable. Staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. Restaurant was good with good service. Excellent location for Veteran's park and Discovery Center events, walkable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really cool older hotel close to downtown. Walking distance to the parks and museums. There is an even a great restaurant attached to it called the Knick with surprisingly great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were clean, the staff was friendly, and the location was perfect for everywhere I needed and wanted to go. I will definitely be staying here again next time I'm in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful old and charming. Bathrooms were pristine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great stay, they accommodated an early check in and it was close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice quiet place with a well appointed room. Nice location as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a great place to stay. Great staff, just off the lake. Close to so many things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great stay. The staff was friendly and helpful and the suite was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Knickerbocker has been renovated since we last stayed there. We were pleasantly surprised by the upgraded room that still has a retro feel to it. We enjoyed everything about our stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026