The Pfister Hotel - Milwaukee, WI Reviews

For a get-away weekend in which we intend to spend time soaking up the amenities of the hotel as well local attractions, we love the Pfister. Excellent concierge service, delicious and beautifully presented room service, live music in the lounge and at their sumptuous Sunday brunch, glorious chandeliers and other decorations evoke an opulence similar to that of the Palmer House in Chicago. Our only dissatisfaction is that the excellent restaurant that used to be in the lower level (Celia's) is gone to make way for a spa. Recreational Attactions: Short Walk, In nice weather, walk to the art… read full review »

The Pfister has been restored beautifully. The main lobby and adjacent piano bar and ballroom are elegant and warm. Our room was in the newer part of the facility, and was adequate, with a great view of the Milwaukee harbor. Unfortunately, we encountered a plumbing problem, but the staff were rather accomodating and quickly got us a new room. Great location in downtown Milwaukee, just blocks from the lake, the art museum, and the historic third ward.Entertainment: In Hotel, The Well Spa, located in the basement, has fabulous amenities and is a great value if you're interested in treating… read full review »

This hotel is in a class of it's own, exuding charm and poise at every turn. It's a landmark building dripping with marble, crystal and antiques - a world apart from banal chain hotels. The rooms are more than comfortable and the intimate bar is a wonderful place to enjoy a cocktail by the fireplace before heading out for dinner. Highly recommended.Dining: Short Drive, Sanfords is a discrete restaurant with an innovative menu and superlative service. —… read full review »

Love the Pfister Hotel for many reasons. Location, comfort, beautifully re-decorated rooms, plush bedding, great views, room service is excellent with friendly staff, wonderful bars and restaurants plus a great pool and exercis room. Definitely going back!Nightlife: Short Walk, Eve (the bar) for great chocolate martinis! Karl Ratzches Restaurant, best German food in town. Hotel Metro, another great martini bar. —… read full review »

The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee remains the beautiful and elegant hotel that we remembered from 20 years ago. The service is exemplar. The concierge was extremely helpful and offered personal attention and great recommendations.Dining: Short Walk, Mo's Steak House Velvet Lounge for martinis —… read full review »

The Pfister exceeded our expectations. What a wonderful, turn of the century, gem. You would be remiss to visit Milwaukee and not stay at the Pfister. Not only have the owners maintained the quiet dignity of this grand dame, but they have kept the rooms updated and modern.Dining: Short Walk, —… read full review »

A class operation. The tower needs remodeling which we were told is in the plans. Expensive for what you get, but old world charm frequently is.Dining: Short Walk, Extensive list of small, quality restaurants along with most major entertainment venues. —… read full review »

The Pfister Hotel tries its best to serve its clientele like a high-class hotel. In this it succeeds admirably. Staff are very helpful, etc. Dining options are excellent. The location was perfect for my… read full review »

24.00 a night to park my car at the pfister. Outrageous!!Nightlife: Short Walk, BLU, the bar on the top floor is fantastic —… read full review »

I'm not always a fan of these old majestic hotels, but this was a wonderful exception. Not only was the hotel itself beautiful, with paintings on the walls and soaring ceilings, but the rooms were modern and comfortable. The wireless internet worked great, and the hotel was located in a perfect spot in the city -- a short 2-3 block walk to either the lake and the art museum, or the river walk along the waterway. There were dozens of restaraunts within walking distance, many with outside dining. Highly recommended!Dining: Short Walk, Zarletti's italian restaraunt is right around the corner… read full review »

The Pfister is a first-class hotel in the heart of Milwaukee. This hotel is the perfect place for business and personal travelers. This one of a kind hotel offers excellent service, well-appointed rooms, and great restaurants/nightlife. I would definitely recommend the Pfister.Nightlife: In Hotel, Blu, the swanky bar is the 23rd floor of the hotel is a great place to have a cocktail and enjoy the views of the city and Lake Michigan. —… read full review »

beautifully restored and maintained victorian hotel. The staff hasc a lot of pride in the hotel Location is excellent, in the historic part of the downtown area. After all if its been good enough for every president since McKinley I'm not going to complain.Recreational Attactions: Short Drive, Lake Michigan and the art museum are less than a mile. Miller park maybe 15 minutes away. —… read full review »

Phister is an 1890's hotel that retains its elegance of that period, with all of the necessary amenities today's traveler needs. It is only 15 minutes from the airport to the hotel, located in the middle of the downtown area. the mattress was great; the room more than adequate.Recreational Attactions: Short Walk, —… read full review »