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The Pfister Hotel

4.5 star property
Victorian Milwaukee hotel in Downtown Milwaukee with 2 restaurants
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Lobby
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
Exterior detail
Pfister Double Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Cafe

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Spa
    SpaSpa
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Parking available
    Parking availableParking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Gym
    GymGym

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Popular LocationMilwaukee Art Museum10 min walk
  • Popular LocationFiserv Forum16 min walk
  • Popular LocationHarley-Davidson Museum3 min drive
  • AirportMilwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)12 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Milwaukee

The Pfister Hotel places you in Downtown Milwaukee, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Lake Michigan and Milwaukee Art Museum. This 307-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Riverside Theater - 5 min walk
  • Pabst Theater - 7 min walk
  • Milwaukee Art Museum - 10 min walk
  • Fiserv Forum - 16 min walk
  • Harley-Davidson Museum - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station - 16 min walk
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE): 13-min drive, 7.5 mi/12.1 km<br /> Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County): 25-min drive, 19.4 mi/31.2 km<br /> Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional): 40-min drive, 34.6 mi/55.8 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE). </p>

Restaurants

  • ‪Oggie's Kitchen & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SportClub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Third Coast Provisions - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mason Street Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shah Jee's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Pfister Hotel

Victorian Milwaukee hotel in Downtown Milwaukee with 2 restaurants
Guests of The Pfister Hotel enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Valet parking is available for USD 46 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and plasma TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. IPod docks, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also standard. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

WELL Spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a spa tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 46 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Blu
  • Cafe Pfister
  • Lobby Lounge
  • Mason Street Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (25,005 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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 pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 13 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1893
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express 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
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 25 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 38 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 46 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Pfister Hotel Milwaukee
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The Pfister Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Pfister Hotel?

The Pfister Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pfister Hotel?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pfister Hotel on Jul 28, 2024 start from $198.69, excluding 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Pfister Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Milwaukee within a short 14-minute walk of Lake Michigan and also 10 minutes on foot from Milwaukee Art Museum. You'll also find Henry W. Maier Festival Park and Fiserv Forum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Pfister Hotel?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for USD 46 per day. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at The Pfister Hotel?

WELL Spa is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, prenatal massages, detox wraps, and couples treatments.

Does The Pfister Hotel include a casino?

No, The Pfister Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Pfister Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10 PM.

Is The Pfister Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

This historic hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a poolside bar, and 2 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at The Pfister Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does The Pfister Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Pfister Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The Pfister Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Pfister Hotel for a fee of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Pfister Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Pfister Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Pfister Hotel is General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE), which is 7.5 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County), which is located 19.4 mi away (25-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Pfister Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Pfister Hotel.

Does The Pfister Hotel have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Pfister Hotel.

The Pfister Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1173 out of 1432 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 1432 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1432 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1432 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1432 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the beautiful old hotels - tall ceilings, ornate decorations from the past, and classy staff. I think it is overpriced and I wouldn't have been able to justify the stay if I wasn't using "Orbucks" through Orbitz.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property with modern amenities and within walking distance of great food and other cultural and geographical delights!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience at the Pfister. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the area of the hotel. Just a little loud with the renovations that are going on.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rich history and old school charm. The art and the decor was top notch.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning
Hotel itself is beautiful, we felt transported in time. Staff were on it and very friendly. Received complimentary champagne upon checkin-in, our bed was extremely comfortable, and room exceedingly clean. We hope to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully staffed- all thoughtful and more than one to maximize guest experience and check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Sean

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great views of the city, comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Artur, Chiacgo

Amazing hotel, world class all the way
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olguin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I could give this place a higher rating. Service was amazing and the experience was as good as it gets.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love exploring MKE! The Lake, the Arts, & Dining options ALL are excellent. This, coupled with an easily walkable downtown, make for one of our favorite cities. The iconic Phister is located in the heart of it all. We try & stay here every chance we can. The staff go out of their way to serve you ensuring time spent at their property is memorable in the best possible way. We’ll be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024