The Pfister Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (1520 reviews)
424 East Wisconsin Avenue , Milwaukee , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and attentive staff
Great location and atmosphere
Beautiful decor
Cons:
High parking fees
Occasional noise from hallways

Categories

Cleanliness
9.31
General positive sentiment with no major complaints about cleanliness.
Service
9.78
Consistently praised service and hospitality from staff throughout the reviews.
Location
9.72
Excellent location for accessing downtown dining and attractions.
Room Quality
9.47
Rooms are large, clean, comfortable, with many positive mentions.
Amenities
9.6
Great amenities, including pool and club lounge, noted positively.
Value for Money
8.26
Some concerns about the cost, particularly regarding parking.
Food and Beverage
9.41
Highly praised food service, particularly room service and dining options.
Overall Experience
9.68
Overall experiences reported as wonderful and memorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:55

Property Description

Luxurious Spa and Victorian Art Collection
Indulge in relaxation at the full-service spa or admire the stunning Victorian art collection at this 4-star hotel in downtown Milwaukee.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience comfort in guest rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, MP3 docking stations, and spa bath amenities. Some rooms offer picturesque views of downtown Milwaukee or Lake Michigan.

Gourmet Dining and Entertainment
Savor delectable American cuisine at Mason Street Grill, enjoy panoramic city views at Blu martini bar, and unwind with 24-hour room service.

Book your stay at The Pfister Hotel for a blend of luxury, comfort, and entertainment.

Important information:

Self-parking is available for $35 per night. Valet parking is available for $42 per night.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MKE

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for US$35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 38 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 9.95 per 24 hours.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1520 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.31
Service: 9.78
Location: 9.72
Room Quality: 9.47
Amenities: 9.6
Value for Money: 8.26
Food and Beverage: 9.41
Overall Experience: 9.68
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Khadijah solo_traveller us
10
Excellent
Pros:

My experience was excellent in general. I like how clean the room is, and the bed was comfortable. The staff was helpful. Although their computer system was down that night, it was not very disruptive, and checking in was very easy. They were ready!

Cons:

It is not major, but I would have liked in-room dining, and they were not able to accommodate it.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Alexandra solo_traveller us
10
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Nicholas couple us
9
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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cody family_with_children us
10
extremely helpful & friendly staff. this was an experience i’ll never forget staying here while in milwaukee. don’t
Pros:

very beautiful historic hotel! 10/10 experience.

Cons:

there was nothing to dislike! loved everything.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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vickie family_with_children us
10
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Tomas couple us
10
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Gerrie Lynn solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Dragica was very kind at Club Pfister lounge. She was exceptional. All staff were friendly and welcoming from the front desk to lobby bar to Club Pfister Lounge to Blu or tea time or workers. Everyone was great.

Cons:

That it was time to leave 🤗

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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doug family_with_children us
10
Pros:

The staff was superb! The accommodations were absolutely splendid.

Cons:

Definitely N/A

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Jeri couple us
10
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Climber32089327761 Family
10
Ella
Pros:

Ella in the lounge was the best thing about the Pfister

2026-04-10 via Tripadvisor
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Wander22637421991 Business Boca Raton, Florida
10
Great experience
Pros:

Fantastic service and beautiful facility

2026-04-09 via Tripadvisor
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DeAnna family_with_children us
10
Relaxing, Historical and Accommodating in Every Respect!
Pros:

Historic, beautiful, and classy staff.

Cons:

If you want spa services book in advance - they were completely booked during my stay.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Jodi couple us
10
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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RobA2147 NONE Houston, Texas
8
worth a visit
Pros:

great historical hotel but pool and spa are closed as well as Sunday Afternoon Tea. pre booking this is ridiculous
Over priced rack room but third party bookings are not honored nor hot takes responsibility

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor
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Wayne family_with_children us
7
Pros:

The artwork in the lobby is fantastic. Was able to get a great workout in the gym the whole weekend.

Cons:

My $300 pair of samsung earphones disappeared after housekeeping was in my suite while my son and I was out for dinner. They fixed the bed, put away the ironing board, and cleaned the nightstand (where i last placed my earphones). I had no need for them on this weekend stay so they were there the whole first night. I didn't report it because I use to work at hotels. I know there will be nothing done about it. However, I still proceeded to enjoy the stay here.

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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U8118EMnaomib NONE
10
Spoiled by the staff ❤️
Pros:

My partner and I enjoyed a lovely stay during our trip to Milwaukee to visit family. I was so impressed with the check-in experience when I asked for a quiet room. The front desk folks when above and beyond to accommodate me to find us an amazing room. I get frequent migraines and the care and attention they took to find me a room that was away from the elevator, stairs, and on an upper floor made me feel very taken care of. And it was a sold out week so this was no small feet! The entire stay was spectacular and such an oasis of peace. I think this will need to be our new tradition on where we stay!

2026-04-07 via Tripadvisor
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joelp396 NONE
10
A wonderful weekend of activity and relaxation.
Pros:

A beautiful and welcoming hotel full of surprises. We walked to the Public Market, hopped on The Hop, hit up happy hour at the 3rd Street Market, and caught a concert at The Riverside. Lounged in the Club Lounge for breakfast and dinner snacks.... A wonderful weekend.

2026-04-07 via Tripadvisor
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L7894OOleeh NONE
10
Wonderful Stay
Pros:

Good location. Walkable to most everywhere. Lobby atmosphere takes you back in time. Wonderful stay and experience. Will be back.

2026-04-07 via Tripadvisor
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Emily couple us
9
Look forward to staying again!
Pros:

King suite is amazing, great jazz music Friday night at Blu, great location, very historic hotel.

Cons:

Room service was PAINFUL. Both times we called it rang and rang forever and then someone at guest services eventually answered. Very slow and food didn’t live up to what I’d expect at a hotel of this caliber.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Olena couple us
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee