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The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3.0 star property
Guests enjoy al fresco dining at The Knick Restaurant, spa treatments, and amenities like bike rentals and luggage storage.

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The Knickerbocker on the Lake sits along Lake Michigan's shores offering a peaceful retreat. Travelers unwind with spa services, enjoy outdoor meals at the restaurant, and appreciate practical conveniences like WiFi and express check-out for a smooth stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room | Lake view

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • City view
  • 41 sq m
  • 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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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

  • Lake view
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Milwaukee, The Knickerbocker on the Lake is in the city center. Milwaukee Art Museum is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Milwaukee County Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fiserv Forum or American Family Field. Visit our Milwaukee travel guide
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1028 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

What's nearby

  • Milwaukee School of Engineering
    Milwaukee School of Engineering
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Milwaukee Wisconsin skyline as seen from Veterans Park in summer
    Veteran's Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Milwaukee Art Museum
    Milwaukee Art Museum
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    Henry W. Maier Festival Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fiserv Forum
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • County Clare Irish Inn & Pub
    3 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    9 min walk
  • Jimmy John's
    12 min walk
  • Jamba Juice
    10 min walk

About this property

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Located close to Milwaukee Art Museum and Fiserv Forum, The Knickerbocker on the Lake provides a garden, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a facial, a body scrub, or a body treatment at Knick Salon and Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Knick Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, ATM/banking services, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 87 individually furnished rooms have perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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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 transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 125 per week)
  • Limited onsite 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches 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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • 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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 125 per week

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

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 The Knickerbocker on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 125 per week. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Knickerbocker on the Lake located?

Located in Downtown Milwaukee, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Milwaukee School of Engineering, Lake Michigan, and Milwaukee Art Museum. Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Fiserv Forum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot and Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop is 18 minutes.

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Reviews

The Knickerbocker on the Lake Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in a perfect location. Staff was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maria ricci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place if you are hanging out along Lake Michigan In Milwaukee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor in the foyer and hallways of the entry. . Great restaurant. Room is inviting and with an at home feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and very quiet. I recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific hotel. Will stay here on future trips to Milwaukee. Beautiful building with nice clean rooms. The standard room had a little kitchenette with a stove, and was very comfortable. I ended up needing to park on the street because the lot was full, but I had no problem finding a spot on the block. Staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tadaria

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean staff was really helpful and it was 6 minutes away from landmark credit union
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place has a ton of character, everything was great! Much more appealing than staying in a cookie cutter hotel chain, and you can’t beat the price for the location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delphine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen had items to cook with. The space well clean and well maintained. The fixtures and decorations were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff, very much recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool and clean as a muuug. Definitely would stay there again…one of the hallways looked like the scene from the shining, don’t be discouraged there were no ghost twins at any point. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was larger than expected. A kitchen area and an office nook were both pleasant surprises. Staff was helpful and pleasant. Bonus, really close to the bus stop if taking public transportation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a nice place but you kinda live on your own there but a great restaurant is attached
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and nice, I enjoyed my stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming upon arrival and the rooms were clean. Looking forward to going back when we visit Milwaukee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice and very helpful. Parking was super easy. It’s a really cute place with an amazing location; walkable to the lake, the art museum, coffeehouses and restaurants. Was startled by an unfortunate visitor when showering, right before checking out. They just need to have an exterminator do some work.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members we interacted with were so nice, very professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a hidden gem filled with old world vibes and clean comfortable rooms. I was truly surprised by the spacious room and well thought out amenities in the room. The availability of easily accessible onsite parking at a reasonable rate was an added bonus to my stay as I was in and out of the hotel at odd hours. I will definitely be staying here on any future trips to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jolynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an Historic Gem in Milwaukee. It is steps from Lake Michigan and while in an older neighborhood, close to many of the sites that Milwaukee has to offer. The rooms are ideal for extended stays. Even the standard rooms have equipped kitchenettes with stove, refrigerator, sink and microwave. Larger rooms and suites have full kitchens.The rooms are large and have a lot of closet space. The staff is very friendly and pleasant to interact with. Another plus is that there is a restaurant and bar attached. While we didn't visit this trip we have in previous stays and found the food good and reasonably priced. It is our Milwaukee go to and I think it is a property worth checking out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was supposed to be a one bedroom suite for 5 people. The assumption would be that all 5 people have a bed, you would think. We had two couples and my father, who had to get a roll away. This room is comfortable for 4. We also could only get parking for two vehicles. So a bit of false advertising. Otherwise the stay was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was great, staff was very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this room and the very friendly staff we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location to lake, clean, and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff very welcoming, room clean, but fixture and fittings especially bathroom dated and a bit tired
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026