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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
Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View | In-room dining
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | Private kitchen
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec

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, Fiserv Forum
    ‪18 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
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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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
Shower/bath combination
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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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
  • 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

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
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • 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

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
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

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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

  • ‪County Clare Irish Inn & Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at the Plaza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪War Memorial Beer Garden - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Juneau Beer Garden - ‬4 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 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knickerbocker on the Lake on 30 Dec 2025 start from NZ$242.39, 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 Pebble 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. 582 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Norman

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aldana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
We were excited to stay at the Knickerbocker due to the great location and photos in the listing, but had a very dirty air conditioning unit that appeared to have black mold visibly inside. We reported the condition to the front desk right away and were impressed with how quickly they addressed the problem by completely replacing the unit while we were away at dinner. The rest of the room seemed fairly clean but it had a musty smell.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Love the location. Room was ok. Precious, the lady who welcomed us was warm, welcoming and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the area. Wonderful, friendly staff. So much to see in walkong distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephinie Marie Hart

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

8/10 Good

Heather

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

Great Stay with old fashion charm

I had a wonderful stay at the Knickerbocker Hotel. Check-in was quick and easy, and the entire property was very clean and well-kept. The room had a neat, old-fashioned charm, complete with actual keys, while still being very comfortable and cozy. The bed was excellent, and I appreciated the eco-friendly touches with large bottles of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and soap instead of single-use plastics. Parking was very convenient with easy access to the lot. Overall, it was a great blend of vintage character and modern comfort—I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with partner
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

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming place, with all the comforts of home. Quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Juanita

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

Beautiful near the lake stay.

Very clean and comfortable. Super quiet at night and conveniently located by the lake. They've managed to keep the rooms and building in great original condition for its age.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, older hotel. Comfortable. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with partner
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

Aleks

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Overland Park

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

8/10 Good

Marty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice historical place to stay. Although the rooms are very outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

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