The Pfister Hotel

Felt a little Rockafeller-ish in the lobby. Gilded this and marble that. It's a wonder I didn't stumble into the front desk I was gawking so much. The room were pretty nice. But the bathroom!! Walk-in marble shower is one I'd like in my own house. If you look at it from the outside it's a juxtaposition. There's the 8 or so 1893 hotel, back dropped by a 23 story steel and glass tube. We didn't eat at any of the onsite restaurants, but did visit Blu jazz club at the top of the tower. Very chic. Also had to pass on the pool on the 23rd floor. We went up there but the height got to me in the daytime. Overall, it's a weekend treat kinda of place for me. I'd stay there often if price weren't a factor. During Summerfest the rates was in the mid- $300 per night. The walkability was great. Close to Milwaukee Public Market and Third Ward. Summerfest shuttle stopped at the end of the block. And hats off to the city of Milwaukee for putting on a great show.

I stayed at this hotel as part of a conference being held in the ballroom. From the moment my cab pulled up to the front door, I experienced exceptional service. Check - In away smooth and efficient. I headed straight up to my room on the 10th floor. I had a King room and the bed was comfortable with crisp, smooth linens and an abundance of pillows. I quite enjoyed that both night stands had charging ports for phones and computers, two standard plugs and a USB port. I love when hotels consider those details! The bathroom was well-appointed with a large glass shower. The vanity was marble and lovely. There is a large rain shower head with a hand held attachment and great water pressure. The housekeeping staff is also exceptional. When I came back to my room at the end of the day, my room was spotless. Room service is also wonderful. I highly re on end the cheese curds! The conference I attended was also flawlessly executed. The food was the best food I have ever eaten at a conference. I attend conferences all over the country and usually skip the "convention" food. Not this time! I looked forward to it everyday. The ballroom was beautiful with crystal chandeliers. I absolutely loved it! In summary, the staff, accommodations and food were exceptional. I wouldn't dream of staying anywhere else while in Milwaukee!

The hotel is spectacular, it gives you the sense to be immerse in the nineteen century. The lobby is built in liberty stile and it is terrific. The rooms in the old part of the building are fascinating. The service level is good and the rooms are very clean. There is also a beautiful spa and a gym.

The Pfister has a well-deserved, long, and glorious history. It is an amazing old hotel which the owners keep very "classic" but also update with them times. (For instance, witness the magazine racks in the coffee shop that now hold iPad you can borrow while you sip your coffee). With one exception, everything about our stay was AMAZING. The room was great - comfortable, clear, modern amenities in classic style and decor. The staff were professional, helpful, friendly. The lobby bar was a great place to sip a drink, watch the people go by, and listen to a live pianist play standards. We would stay here again in an instant. The one thing management really does need to pay attention to is the food service on properly The menu in the bar was dated, the baked goods in the coffee shop were sub-par. In a time where there is a real foodie scene in Milwaukee this stood out in a somewhat negative way. It isn't that the Pfister should become a hipster place serving artisanal whatever - that wouldn't be in keeping with the rest of the property - but the food needs to come up a notch in freshness and modern selection. Again, that's my ONLY complaint... and a minor one. GO STAY HERE!!!

This place has the WOW factor, from the moment you walk in the door. Excellent customer service, from the front desk to the valet who (twice) fetched my car so we could get our bikes out, to the staff at the gorgeous jazz bar upstairs. I think I said two or three times "This is my new favorite hotel!"