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.
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
53202, WI, Milwaukee, 1028 East Juneau Avenue
What's nearby
Milwaukee School of Engineering
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Veteran's Park
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Milwaukee Art Museum
10 min walk - 0.8 km
Henry W. Maier Festival Park
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Fiserv Forum
18 min walk - 1.5 km
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
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.
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
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Knickerbocker on the Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Knickerbocker on the Lake?
As of Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knickerbocker on the Lake on May 18, 2026 start from ¥15,835, 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.
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
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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.
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tadaria
Mar 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean staff was really helpful and it was 6 minutes away from landmark credit union
The kitchen had items to cook with. The space well clean and well maintained. The fixtures and decorations were amazing.
Delphine
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kailey
Mar 5, 2026
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.