The Pfister Hotel

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The Pfister Hotel, in Milwaukee, is a 4-and-one-half star luxury hotel. What travelers said they loved: "the food", "the atmosphere", and "the room". Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "great". The hotel is recommended by seasoned travelers, who rate it 4-and-one-half stars. Conde Nast placed the hotel on their Gold List. Also nearby: Artasia , Concordia , and Henry Maier Festival Park .

User Reviews of The Pfister Hotel

Yelp.com Review - by nancy l.

4.0 of 5 stars. When visiting Milwaukee, staying at the Pfister is a must! Rooms run ~$150/night. There are smoking and non-smoking available. The hotel has lower floor rooms in the main building and upper floor...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Phil M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great hotel. Great service. Great location.This is where you'll catch most visting entertainers, athletes, etc. Which can be cool. If you're Perez Hilton.The downstairs bar kind of sucked. Which...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chrissy N.

3.0 of 5 stars. I stayed here with a large group for a wedding this summer weekend. I reserved a room in March (event is June 28th) for a queen room. When checking in, I asked if they had any king rooms left, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindsey D.

3.0 of 5 stars. Classy hotel. Best in milwakee for sure...But I wish they would update it! Such old-fashioned decor...however, I enjoy the bar, Blu, and the WELL spa:)
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Yes, this is an excellent hotel. All the history and classy looks...But if you're not staying in the Tower I think this place looks creepy on the guest floors...like something right out of "The...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by joe s.

4.0 of 5 stars. Go back, to a time when life moved more slowly. For a weekend, dress better. Be nicer. Drink well. Sleep in. Forget the rush of modern time.Would get 5***** if they removed the TV's.
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by John B.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a must. If you don't stay here then PLEASE come have a cocktail at Blu and see the opulent old world lobby. Early happy hour usually finds the place empty then it fills up. The view is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have never actually stayed at the Pfister Hotel, but have been to a few receptions and meetings over the years. The Pfister remains a very classy and comfortable hotel with great service and flair....
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Colin D.

5.0 of 5 stars. The Pfister is an excellent hotel. Unlike many newer, trendy hotels that tend to be very sterile and business-like, the Pfister is has a very comfortable atmosphere. I stayed in just a standard room...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Larry J.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great hotel. Friendly staff and a wonderful restaurant on top. I had their cheese platter at the Blue Lounge on their top floor.
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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Best Breakfast in the CITY!!!!!

All I can is WOW!!! The food was awesome I was sold on the special corn flake french toast with this fresh berry compote, I had to have 2 orders it was so good. The service was fast, super friendly and very...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Excellent service. Great place to host an upscale brunch for a large number of people.
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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The Only Place to Stay in Milwaukee

I stayed here during Summerfest, and I was thrilled by the magnificence of this treasured landmark. The rooms were gorgeous, and impeccably clean. They had a very modern feel for such and old and classic...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Roxanna K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Sexy. Old Hollywood Sexy. With beautiful, spacious rooms and nice views of the lake, it was a very nice stay. The beds are great with high thread count linens, real down comforters and real down...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Justin M.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Pfister Hotel is a nice hotel, but for $204.00 a night...I was expecting more.Our biggest problem was the room they initially gave us. We were out and about in the sun all day Friday, and were...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Angela G.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a tough one. I'm leaning toward 3.5 stars, but will give them the benefit of the doubt and round up. I'm lucky enough to have a job that allows me to travel and stay at very luxorious...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael S.

3.0 of 5 stars. If you're even a little bit twisted you can't help but snicker at the name of this place. I was at the Pfister to see my sister and other family from all over the country.The Pfister bills itself as...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Pros- Beautiful and luxurious hotel, extremely friendly and helpful staff, nice LCD flat screen TV in the room, very comfortable beds. Cons- The entire top floor reeks of smoke, there is a bar up...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've never stayed at the Pfister, but I have attended conferences and "galas" there many times over the years. The Pfister is one of those places that helps convince me that, maybe, I might just...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by catherine r.

4.0 of 5 stars. delicious pizza appetizers. cool ambiance.
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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great brunch

I love to come to the cafe at the pfister for brunch on the weekend. They have bacon stuffed waffles, and fresh pineapple macadamia pancakes. they use the freshest ingredients and squeeze there own juice....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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Feel like Royality by Donna F. at InsiderPages

Our daughter had her wedding here, and I cannot tell you what a day that was. We felt like we were a royality and well as her guests.This beautiful hotel and ball room made a already special day one that will...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carrie S.

5.0 of 5 stars. The Pfister is hands down one of the coolest hotels in Milwaukee. During high school, we had father daughter dances there. The ballrooms are beautiful, just amazing. There's a women's bathroom where...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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Beautiful

The service was impeccable. This hotel is amazing. The lobby to the gold elevator to the bar on the top floor, overlooking the city, I could not have asked for a better stay. And to think I just went to...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by LeAndra M.

4.0 of 5 stars. The views are spectacular - night or day. SIt on one of the couches, enjoy a wine flight and snack on some cashews. A great experience all around.
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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World Class by Becky L. at InsiderPages

A stunning hotel that is sure to be a pleasure for your out of town guests. Even if they do not stay in the hotel, make sure you go to visit the gorgeous lobby, a throwback from Old Milwaukee in its hey day....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/28/2005
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Old World Elegance by Vicki S. at InsiderPages

Like stepping back in time, the Pfister's lobby transports you as soon as you walk in. Try to go during the Christmas holiday when the entire lobby reflects the Victorian era. The Tower has regular hotel rooms...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/05/2005
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Highest end hotel in Milwaukee

The Pfister is the best Milwaukee has to offer. It is the most beautiful hotel in the city. It offers every amenity that you could imagine. Relax in the pool or exercise with the best views of the ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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The Pfister

Elegant. The ceiling in the lobby is old world elegance. The lobby bar is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the elegant ambience.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/12/2004
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Yahoo! Travel

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TripAdvisor

I have stayed in several of Milwaukee's hotels and this is, by far, the best; actually, I would rate...
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TripAdvisor

My fiance and I stayed at The Pfister at an excellent rate of $69.00 per evening as members of the Historical...
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Yahoo! Travel

From the moment you walk into the lobby, you realize that you are in a special place. The way you are treated along with the atmosphere suddenly releases all stress and your serenity is extremely...
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TripAdvisor

The Pfister is similar to the old-lady hotel in San Franciso, the Fairmont. Both have the dignity of...
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Yahoo! Travel

Although it is a little on the pricey side, it is not too much more expensive than other downtown hotels, and is worth it! Either for work or pleasure, if you are visiting Milwaukee this hotel...
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Travelocity

The AAA Four-Diamond Pfister Hotel is located approximately three blocks from the shores of Lake Michigan and 10 miles from General Mitchell International Airport. This location is also one mile from the...
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Yahoo! Travel

I like the beds they were so soft and the water tasted good. It had that great H2O taste. The food was delectable and delightful a revolution of new experiences for my taste buds. The cheerios...
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Fodor's

Milwaukee's grandest old hotel dates from 1893. The lobby's long, high barrel-vaulted ceiling puts you in a Victorian frame of mind from the moment you step in. Rooms are decorated with a Victorian flavor and...
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Hotels.com

Displaying 19th Century European Architecture, The Pfister Hotel Is On The National Register Of Historic Places And Celebrated Its Centennial In May, 1993. The Henry Meier Festival Grounds, Marcus...
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TripAdvisor

I just spent three nights at the Pfister, two nights on my arrival in Wisconsin, and one night at the...
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Travelocity

The room we booked was not available so they gave us a "mini suite" for the same price. It was beautifully appointed.
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Orbitz

In 1893, The Pfister opened its doors and became one of the nations grandest hotels and a "palace for the people." The Pfister Hotel is a 307-room luxury landmark hotel in downtown Milwaukee, featuring 24-hour...
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