The Pfister Hotel Milwaukee, Milwaukee ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America, 53202

The Pfister Hotel, built in 1893, is a historic icon located in downtown Milwaukee, known for its Victorian art collection and architectural elegance. Featuring 307 guest rooms and 82 luxurious suites, the hotel combines modern amenities with classic charm. It serves as a cultural hub, hosting events and concerts that pay homage to its rich legacy and artistic community.

Location

Conveniently situated in downtown Milwaukee, The Pfister is within walking distance to attractions such as the Milwaukee Art Museum and Summerfest Grounds. It is approximately 9.5 miles from General Mitchell International Airport, with valet and self-parking options available. Public transportation and rideshare services are readily accessible, enhancing guest mobility throughout the city.

Rooms

The Pfister Hotel features a variety of accommodations, including 307 guest rooms and 82 suites, ensuring a blend of historic elegance and modern luxury. Each suite boasts a parlor area that serves as a sitting room, along with convenient wet bars. The newly renovated rooms offer breathtaking views of downtown Milwaukee or Lake Michigan, coupled with upscale furnishings and amenities.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers diverse dining experiences with two in-house restaurants, Mason Street Grill and Café at the Pfister. Guests can enjoy breakfast and lunch in a vibrant atmosphere at Café at the Pfister, while Mason Street Grill features exquisite steaks and seafood. The 23rd-floor Blu cocktail lounge provides stunning city views along with live music events.

Leisure & Business

The Pfister WELL Spa + Salon provides a range of services from spa treatments to hair and nail care, accessible to both guests and local visitors. Business travelers appreciate over 25,000 square feet of event space, which includes the newly renovated Grand Ballroom with a 32-foot ceiling, and advanced audiovisual technology. An indoor pool and fitness center are also available for guest enjoyment.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

One-Bedroom Suite

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5 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

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Deluxe Double Room

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4 persons

28 m²

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2 Double beds

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Grand Tower King Room

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

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Getting around

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City Center

Milwaukee400 ft

Airports

General Mitchell International (MKE) 8.6 mi

Fond du Lac County (FLD) 62.6 mi

Train

Milwaukee Intermodal Station3700 ft

Milwaukee Mitchell Airport Amtrak 6.9 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Rooms!

The room was incredibly spacious, providing ample space for relaxation and movement during our stay.view full review

Relaxing Spa!

I indulged in the spa facilities, which were absolutely divine—wish I could have spent more time there!view full review

Chic Dining!

The bar and restaurant had a chic atmosphere, and the breakfast was delicious with plenty of options to choose from.view full review

Beautiful Spaces!

The decor and history of the building are beautifully maintained, making every corner a visual delight.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Barber shop
Coffee shop

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Spa & wellness center
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America, 53202

Map view

424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America, 53202

City landmarks

Museums

Milwaukee Art Museum

2300 ft

Museums

Harley-Davidson Museum

1.3 mi

Libraries

Milwaukee Public Museum

4600 ft

Museums

Discovery World

3400 ft

Events

Wisconsin Center

3800 ft

Museums

Grohmann Museum

2300 ft

Parks

Henry Maier Festival Park

3700 ft

Train stations

Historic Third Ward

2000 ft

1001 N 4th St

BMO Harris Bradley Center

4100 ft

Art object

Bronze Fonz

2100 ft

Market

Milwaukee Public Market

2200 ft

Museums

National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum

3700 ft

208 N Water St

The Eisner American Museum of Advertising & Design

2500 ft

Milwaukee

Old World 3rd St

2800 ft

159 N Broadway

ArtAsia Gallery

2700 ft

1801 N Prospect Ave

Charles Allis Art Museum

1.3 mi

Museums

Jewish Museum Milwaukee

4400 ft

Parks

Lakeshore State Park

3200 ft

639 E. Polk Street

American Family Insurance Amphitheater

5100 ft

Amusement Park

Brady Street

1.3 mi

Nearby

Museums

Betty Brinn Children's Museum

2000 ft

Milwaukee

Milwaukee Convention Center Complex

100 ft

811 N Jefferson St

Bye Bye Liver

1000 ft

Church

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist

1200 ft

Milwaukee River

Milwaukee RiverWalk

1300 ft

Church

Old Saint Mary Parish

1300 ft

517 E Wisconsin Ave

Milwaukee Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse

400 ft

626 E Wisconsin Ave

Wisconsin Gas Building

700 ft

207 E Michigan St

Mitchell Building

1000 ft

Parks

Kaszubes Park

200 ft

Restaurants

Cafe At the Pfister

300 ft

424 E Wisconsin Ave

Jing's

200 ft

207 E Buffalo St

Brunch

400 ft

714 N Milwaukee St

Blu at the Pfister

400 ft

424 E Wisconsin Ave The Pfister Hotel

Cubanitas

400 ft

728 N Milwaukee St

Sake Tumi

300 ft

714 N Milwaukee St

East Town Kitchen & Bar

400 ft

323 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee Marriott Downtown

Third Coast Provisions

400 ft

724 N Milwaukee St

Metro

600 ft

411 E Mason St

Alem Ethiopian Village

500 ft

307 E Wisconsin Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

beautiful views

amazing service

pricey dining

limited breakfast options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

7.7

Service

9.0

Dining

8.0

Frank

United States of America, October 2023

7.8/10

The hotel offers a beautiful vintage experience with all the needed amenities, showcasing elegant touches throughout. The rooms provide an awesome view, although some dusting is required.

Rooms

8.0

Stunning rooms with elegant touches and a beautiful view, but a bit dusty.

Service

9.0

The service was truly a gem, with extremely friendly and helpful staff who are well hired and trained to match the opulence of the space.

Location

7.0

The hotel is in a perfect location for exploring the city, with easy access to restaurants and bars, plus nearby street car stops. However, some behavior around the pool area was not properly managed by staff.

Dining

7.0

Dining comes with a beautiful view and wonderful service, though reaching out to the waiter for drinks can be a task.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are awesomely vintage, adding to the overall experience of the hotel.

Scott

United States of America, July 2023

9.0/10

I found the hotel to be a wonderful place to stay with comfortable rooms and amazing service. The location was perfect, although dining options were a bit pricey. Overall, a great value for the quality of the stay.

Rooms

9.0

The room was large, beautiful, and had a comfortable bed with views of both the river and the lake. It was a delight to wake up to that view every morning.

Service

10.0

The service was SO AMAZING! The staff was friendly, very helpful, and welcoming. From the moment we arrived, we felt well taken care of.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in the heart of downtown and just minutes away from the Milwaukee Public Market. A perfect spot to explore the city!

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent, especially the service. However, it was a little pricey which was the only downside.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, with everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The swimming pool was a great bonus.

beautiful views

pricey dining

Ralph

United States of America, June 2023

7.8/10

I had a lovely and convenient stay at this hotel, which I would highly recommend. The rooms, although equally elegant, had some drawbacks like subpar plumbing and inadequate closet space. The noise from the vending machines and the busy street was a bit bothersome at times.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are so lovely and convenient, but there were some issues with plumbing and closet space.

Service

8.0

The service was pleasant, accommodating, and the staff seemed well trained. However, there were some complaints about coworkers that I overheard, which was a bit off-putting.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is excellent, central to downtown and within walking distance of many points of interest, including the Art Museum. However, being near the noisy vending machines and busy street detracted from the overall experience.

Dining

9.0

I enjoyed the dining experience, especially the breakfast package I purchased with the room. The service in the elegant Pfister Club was wonderful.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained, and I appreciated the convenience of the amenities provided.