The Pfister Hotel
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About this property
The Pfister Hotel is a 4.5-star Preferred property located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within walking distance of Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee Art Museum. The hotel comprises 307 guestrooms, including 82 suites, offering substantial accommodations for leisure and business travelers alike.
Each guestroom features a pillowtop bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets, a plasma television, and an iPod docking station. Complimentary wireless internet access is standard throughout, and cable programming is available. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations stocked with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.7 out of 5.
The Pfister operates two restaurants plus a coffee shop and café for casual dining. Mason Street Grill provides full-service dining, while 24-hour room service accommodates in-room meals. The property features three bars and lounges, plus a poolside bar. Full breakfasts are served daily from 6 AM to 11 AM for an additional fee.
Recreational and wellness amenities include a full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, and facials. An indoor pool and 24-hour fitness center support active stays. The Victorian-era hotel provides complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, gift shops, and a business center with conference space totaling 25,005 square feet. Multilingual staff and accessible facilities throughout the property serve diverse guest needs.
The Pfister sits 0.6 miles from Henry W. Maier Festival Park and 0.6 miles from Baird Center. General Mitchell International Airport is 20 miles away. The downtown location places guests near Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, The Shops of Grand Avenue, Milwaukee City Hall, and Milwaukee Public Market. Guest ratings across 1,632 reviews average 4.7 out of 5.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends to midnight; check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets up to 75 pounds are welcome, with one pet per room allowed. Service animals stay free. Parking options include self-parking and valet parking for a surcharge, with covered parking and wheelchair-accessible van spaces available.
Location & nearby attractions
Marcus Center for the Performing Arts - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Milwaukee School of Engineering - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
US Bank Center - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Riverside Theater - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
The Shops of Grand Avenue - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Milwaukee City Hall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Cathedral Square - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Milwaukee Public Market - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Pabst Theater - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Betty Brinn Children's Museum - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Milwaukee County War Memorial Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Milwaukee Art Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Milwaukee County Historical Center - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 31.2 km / 19.4 mi
Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 55.8 km / 34.6 mi
The preferred airport for The Pfister Hotel is General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE).
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Check-in & check-out
- 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
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 1
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- 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
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10 PM.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Contactless check-out is available.