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The Pfister Hotel

4.5 star property
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Lobby
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10 PM, pool loungers
View from room
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | View from room
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, steam room, Turkish bath/hammam

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
  • Milwaukee Art Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Fiserv Forum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Harley-Davidson Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬
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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister Signature King

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister King with Roll-in Shower

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Tower King with Roll-in Shower

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premier Room

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister Signature Doubles

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premier Room, City View

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Grand Room, 1 King Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Room, 1 King Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Room, 2 Double Beds

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Grand Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Pfister King Accessible

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Pfister King Accessible

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Pfister Hotel

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an indoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness centre and a poolside bar. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Pfister Hotel offers 307 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch plasma televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Milwaukee hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Children aged 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 hot 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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Pfister Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and 3 bars.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Treat yourself to hot stone massages, reflexology or aromatherapy at WELL Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Henry W. Maier Festival Park
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
The Pfister Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 25005 square feet (2323 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Pfister Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Milwaukee hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 6 AM to 11 AM.
Mason Street Grill – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe Pfister – This café serves breakfast, brunch and lunch. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Blu – On-site bar. Open daily.
Lobby Lounge – On-site lobby lounge. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered 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 AM to 11 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 centre
  • Conference centre (25,005 square foot 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
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • 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
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • 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 pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

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

  • 42-inch HDTV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

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
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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 25 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 38 per night (in/out privileges)
  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 smoke detector, 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Pfister Hotel Milwaukee
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The Pfister Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1518 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1833 reviews

9.8/10

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

Mary

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and has such interesting history! Very clean and comfortable. Staff were kind and accommodating. We truly enjoyed the live jazz music, our cocktails, and view at Blu.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sujitra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointed with front desk
Very disappointed with the front desk who work in this classic hotel … not good service and very not professional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Kenosha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

8/10 Good

Lisa, Chicago

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay
It was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a comfortable reasonable pampered visit with nice and helpful staff and a sense of history. We'll stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

mangirdas

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Paid parking was not disclosed before check in. Was unable to check in via mobile app
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nels, Marquette

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

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Best Christmas Treat for Us
Our 4th stay at this historic and beautiful hotel. It was a Christmas treat for my wife and I. I look forward to the next time we get to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old property. Extremely close to entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Thiensville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want the Milwaukee experience the PFISTER is it. Near lots of stuff including the river, theaters and typical WI bars and restaurants. Staff takes nice care of you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our go to
Always top notch
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Zulema

Travelled with family
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and luxurious way to spend Christmas.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
luxury
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is old and tattered with paper thin walls. You’ll hear every word of every person who passes by in the hallway. Check-in took forever. And the water temperature in the shower was tepid, at best.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cipriano, San Antonio

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter had a wonderful time celebrating her birthday!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024