The Pfister Hotel

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
424 East Wisconsin Avenue
53202
United States

At a glance

Opened
1893
Remodeled
2024
Guest Rooms
307
Smoking Rooms
No
Pets Allowed
Yes
Self Parking
$38 per day
Valet Parking
$46 per day
Check-In Time
03:00 pm
Check-Out Time
12:00 pm
Seasonal Rates:
High
Low
Shoulder
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Number of Meeting Rooms
19
Ideal Group Size
125
Max Group Size
300
Room Tax
$17.9
Nearby Transportation & Convention Centers
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
10 miles (16km) 12 minutes
Baird Convention Center
5 minutes
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The Pfister® Hotel, built in 1893, has been the premier downtown Milwaukee hotel for over a century and continues to celebrate a tradition of gracious service and impeccable style. From the moment you arrive, you’ll notice the extraordinary architecture and a welcoming ambiance marked by a priceless Victorian art collection that rivals that of any hotel in the world.


The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee has received accolades as being the best of downtown Milwaukee hotels since it opened. The hotel was recently voted in the Top 25 US Luxury Hotels by TripAdvisor, and Best Conference Hotel by Corporate Report Wisconsin. We are proud of our AAA Four-Diamond Award and membership in two of our industry's leading organizations: Historic Hotels of America and Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide.


Three blocks from the shores of Lake Michigan, The Pfister® Hotel overlooks downtown Milwaukee’s east side and is moments from exciting attractions including the Milwaukee Art Museum and the Summerfest grounds, which host an unparalleled calendar of events. Museums, theater, shopping, nightlife, and many dining options are found within walking distance.


Enjoy superior accommodations featuring magnificent furnishings, round-the-clock personal service, and wireless, high-speed Internet access.


Our exclusive Pfister Club Lounge, located on the 23rd floor of the Pfister hotel's modern tower offers expansive views of the city. The Pfister Club is open 7 days a week. With an atmosphere similar to a home library, the Club includes a fireplace, bookshelves, comfortable seating, workstations for individuals and small groups, Wi-Fi Internet access, printers, and televisions for monitoring the day’s events. Pfister Club Lounge guests can enjoy complimentary wi-fi, a full, hot breakfast each morning, snacks and beverages throughout the day, and hors d’oeuvres in the evening. A Club Attendant will assist Club Lounge guests, providing the high level of customer service that our guests are accustomed to. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed.


Known for fabulous galas and elegant weddings, The Pfister® will make your event sparkle. Plan a meeting or special event in our function space, showcasing captivating ballrooms, intimate boardrooms, and every detail the discerning traveler could request. With a reputation for perfection, The Pfister promises to make your event unforgettable.


Amenities

    Business:
    Pfister Club Lounge
    Travel Green Wisconsin Certified
    In-Room Dining
    Business Center
    Concierge
    Wireless High-Speed Internet
    On-Site A/V
    Starbucks On-Site
    Pet Friendly
    Valet Parking
    Full Service Restaurants
    Full Service on-site Spa & Salon
    Recreation:
    Well Spa + Salon
    Fitness Center
    Indoor Pool
    Boutique Shopping
    Board Games
    Hotel Shops
    Starbucks On-Site
    Complimentary iPad Use
    Artist In Residence Studio
    Victorian Art Collection
    Festival Packages
    Cathedral Square Park - Jazz In The Park
    Jogging and Walking Paths including along the Lakeshore
    Nearby:
    Shores of Lake Michigan
    Milwaukee Art Museum
    Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks
    Pabst Theater
    Milwaukee Public Market
    Boutique Shopping
    Entertainment
    Nightlife
    Discovery World Museum
    Betty Brinn Children's Museum
    Milwaukee Public Museum
    Summerfest Grounds
    UWM Panthers Arena
    Miller High Life Theater
    3rd Street Market Hall (local food hall)

Dining, Food & Beverage

Onsite Dining:
Capacity
Blu
120
Cocktail Lounge & Bar
Mason Street Grill
300
Classic American
Pfister Club
100
Lounge
The Cafe
125
Breakfast & Lunch
F&B Averages:
Breakfast
Buffet $30
Cont. $25
Lunch
Buffet $40
Plated $34
Dinner
Buffet $55
Plated $45
Coffee Break
$10
2-Hour Open Bar
$34

Meeting Space

Largest Meeting Room: 
8,988 ft²
Indoor Meeting Space: 
24,000 ft²
Indoor/Outdoor Meeting Space: 
N/A
Capacity Chart
total square footage
Room Size
ceiling height
classroom size
theater size
banquet size
reception size
conference size
u-shape room size
h-shape room size
ten by ten room size
Mirror
544
N/A
12
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
The Rouge
2,888
N/A
14
N/A
75
130
250
35
N/A
N/A
N/A
Hall Of Presidents
2,088
N/A
12
100
250
180
250
100
N/A
N/A
N/A
Kings Row
2,632
N/A
12
125
425
200
300
125
N/A
N/A
N/A
Kings Row Charles I
420
N/A
12
20
40
20
60
20
N/A
N/A
N/A
Grand Ballroom Central
2,730
N/A
16
150
400
250
500
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Grand Ballroom East
3,024
N/A
16
150
400
300
500
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Grand Ballroom West
3,024
N/A
16
150
400
300
500
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Empire
406
N/A
9
20
35
30
35
20
N/A
N/A
N/A
Imperial Ballroom
5,760
N/A
32
250
850
350
850
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Hall Of Presidents Kennedy Room
522
N/A
12
20
50
40
60
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
Hall Of Presidents McKinley Room
522
N/A
12
20
50
40
60
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
Hall Of Presidents Roosevelt Room
522
N/A
12
20
50
40
60
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
Hall Of Presidents Taft Room
522
N/A
12
20
50
40
60
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
Kings Row Richard II
532
N/A
12
35
75
50
75
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
Kings Row Henry VII
840
N/A
12
35
125
50
75
35
N/A
N/A
N/A
Kings Row Louis XIV
840
N/A
12
35
125
50
75
35
N/A
N/A
N/A
Twenty 3
567
N/A
12
40
75
60
60
25
10
12
N/A
Grand Ballroom
8,988
N/A
16
500
1,500
800
1,500
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

Capacities

Mirror
Total Sq Ft: 544
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Conference: 25
Room Description: N/A
The Rouge
Total Sq Ft: 2,888
Ceiling Ht Ft: 14
Theater: 75
Banquet 10: 130
Reception: 250
Conference: 35
Room Description: N/A
Hall Of Presidents
Total Sq Ft: 2,088
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 100
Theater: 250
Banquet 10: 180
Reception: 250
Conference: 100
Room Description: N/A
Kings Row
Total Sq Ft: 2,632
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 125
Theater: 425
Banquet 10: 200
Reception: 300
Conference: 125
Room Description: N/A
Kings Row Charles I
Total Sq Ft: 420
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 20
Theater: 40
Banquet 10: 20
Reception: 60
Conference: 20
Room Description: N/A
Grand Ballroom Central
Total Sq Ft: 2,730
Ceiling Ht Ft: 16
Classroom: 150
Theater: 400
Banquet 10: 250
Reception: 500
Room Description: N/A
Grand Ballroom East
Total Sq Ft: 3,024
Ceiling Ht Ft: 16
Classroom: 150
Theater: 400
Banquet 10: 300
Reception: 500
Room Description: N/A
Grand Ballroom West
Total Sq Ft: 3,024
Ceiling Ht Ft: 16
Classroom: 150
Theater: 400
Banquet 10: 300
Reception: 500
Room Description: N/A
Empire
Total Sq Ft: 406
Ceiling Ht Ft: 9
Classroom: 20
Theater: 35
Banquet 10: 30
Reception: 35
Conference: 20
Room Description: N/A
Imperial Ballroom
Total Sq Ft: 5,760
Ceiling Ht Ft: 32
Classroom: 250
Theater: 850
Banquet 10: 350
Reception: 850
Room Description: N/A
Hall Of Presidents Kennedy Room
Total Sq Ft: 522
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 20
Theater: 50
Banquet 10: 40
Reception: 60
Conference: 25
Room Description: N/A
Hall Of Presidents McKinley Room
Total Sq Ft: 522
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 20
Theater: 50
Banquet 10: 40
Reception: 60
Conference: 25
Room Description: N/A
Hall Of Presidents Roosevelt Room
Total Sq Ft: 522
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 20
Theater: 50
Banquet 10: 40
Reception: 60
Conference: 25
Room Description: N/A
Hall Of Presidents Taft Room
Total Sq Ft: 522
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 20
Theater: 50
Banquet 10: 40
Reception: 60
Conference: 25
Room Description: N/A
Kings Row Richard II
Total Sq Ft: 532
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 35
Theater: 75
Banquet 10: 50
Reception: 75
Conference: 25
Room Description: N/A
Kings Row Henry VII
Total Sq Ft: 840
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 35
Theater: 125
Banquet 10: 50
Reception: 75
Conference: 35
Room Description: N/A
Kings Row Louis XIV
Total Sq Ft: 840
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 35
Theater: 125
Banquet 10: 50
Reception: 75
Conference: 35
Room Description: N/A
Twenty 3
Total Sq Ft: 567
Ceiling Ht Ft: 12
Classroom: 40
Theater: 75
Banquet 10: 60
Reception: 60
Conference: 25
U-Shape: 10
Room Description: N/A
H-Square: 12
Grand Ballroom
Total Sq Ft: 8,988
Ceiling Ht Ft: 16
Classroom: 500
Theater: 1,500
Banquet 10: 800
Reception: 1,500
Room Description: N/A

Special Offers

INCENTIVES WITH IMPACT
Valid From:
May 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025

INCENTIVES WITH IMPACT

COLLABORATE I N ST YLE WITH U P T O 5% OFF THE MASTER B ILL + PERKS!

THE DEAL

• Program value $5,000 - $7,999:

3% off master bill + one perk

• Program value $8,000 - $14,999:

4% off master bill + two perks

• Program value $15,000+:

5% off master bill + three perks


THE PERKS

• Complimentary breakout

meeting room rental

• Private 1-hour reception

• Complimentary “Milwaukee

Meeting Break”

• Complimentary 15-minute

coffee break for each day

of meeting

• $10 Marcus gift card

per meeting attendee*

• 1 complimentary VIP welcome

amenity per 10 rooms booked**

• Complimentary 1 per 30

guest rooms

• Flexible attrition

• Three complimentary

room upgrades

* Maximum: 100

* * Maximum: 10

Rate: beginning at $149
Call for Reservation: N/A
Contact Email: noelapashaj@marcushotels.com

HOT DATES

Start
End
Rooms
Rates
November 1, 2025
December 30, 2025
100
Starting at $149

RECENT AWARDS

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NEWS

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