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The best hotel for the money
Cleanliness
This place suprised me for the price and don’t get me started on the breakfast! You all do and amazing job and I will for sure be back.
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The hot tub even though it was chunks of hair floating on top yuck
hotel employee is managing to find some good front desk help recently
The pool, game room, breakfast, and slots they had available to play on for adults
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The room was spacious, easy parking, and waffles for breakfast.
Staff very nice
Great location and very clean
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The staff was very nice and helpful, Free shuttle to and from the airport was excellent.
Great area for shopping and dining. Great price
Friendly staff, beautifully clean room, great breakfast.
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Easy of booking.
Convenience of location but that's about it
Staff was helpful and friendly.
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location and cleanliness
Its location near Star bucks
clean and spacious room
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Very nice people and great breakfast!
Nice room, location and breakfast
Breakfast made to order
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Staff was friendly with great attitudes
The people at reception
Only problem is my husband suggested the bathtub have some nonslip strips cause he almost slipped and fell
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The location is great if you don't have a car
I am very sorry to say that there were roaches and bed bugs in my room!!! Awful!
It was cheap.
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clean towels and bathroom
Location and price.
Hot tube in room
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Friendly staff, nice breakfast, love the swimming pool hot tub area.
Had everything I needed for my extended stay: Breakfast, Gym, Microwave (though I think mince was not working) and a pleasant surprise with the free laundry machine which was very useful, nice touch.
The cleanliness
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Breakfast was good
The breakfast
The location is very calm feeling even though you're so close to the highway/busy cities.
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close to good restaurants
The staff was friendly. The room was clean( I still wiped everything down though)
It's fairly close to where I go when I'm in Madison. I like having the fridge and other kitchen stuff for meals alone. The check-in staff were great!
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Hotel was clean. The room service hang tag for breakfast was great.
The views were phenomenal. Lots of live music. Walkable to the square for great food and drinks.
View from room was beautiful
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Room was large. Room had a balcony
The location is great, close to food, stores and highway. Rooms are clean and easy to access.
The beds were firm which is nice.
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Patio & restaurant
Conveniently located near the interstate.
Nice location, quiet, clean and nice size room
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Centrally located, attached to the Winona Convention Center. Beautiful city (under construction) but beautiful nonetheless.
fast elevators, clean areas
The view out my window of the bay
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The cleanliness and customer service,
Clean and modern appearance
Clean and quiet.
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breakfast and shuttle
I really appreciated the friendly staff, location & the shuttle option.
Good room and bathroom. Everything was clean. Great breakfast. Nice pool, hot tub and workout room. Staff was accommodating and friendly.
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Breakfast, location and cleanliness
Location of downtown area, the staff, the cleanliness of the hotel. Diffently will be staying here again
The hotel, room, was very, very clean, room was large with separate seating area and many, big windows.
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We like the location of this hotel and have stayed here several times in the past. The rooms are spacious and have adequate, if. not plenty, of storage. They even have a dresser-type piece inside the closet. Courteous & welcoming staff.
Breakfast was good. Several options. Beds were comfortable
The pool area is nice
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Pretty clean
Desk staff was friendly and courteous. Hotel was clean. Price was on par. Beds were comfortable. Everything you could expect for the cost except one.
Front desk during check in, he was friendly.
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Nothing best about this hotel
Friendly staff
The room was spacious.
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Best 3-star hotel I've ever stayed in--truly exceptional. New property with exceptional amenities.
The location was good and it was easy to get to-and-from where we needed to be.
Clean. Friendly people. Quiet. Breakfast was good.
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We love that this hotel is pet friendly. We're already planning our next trip up to Madison.
It was close to the places we needed to go
Color scheme & local activity board at elevators.
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Price and location
It was quiet
Nothing at all
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Clean & spacious room
The location. The beds and pillows were awesome. I slept so good and the breakfast was everything.
Nice and clean
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Clean
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Desk perdon
This was a very comfortable place to stay.
very helpful, welcoming staff
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A relatively new property and still in perfect clean condition.
I like it was near where I was working.
Everything
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Where to stay in Madison
Learn about the top neighbourhoods of Madison
Tucked between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, Wisconsin's beautiful capital city has an arts scene that's hard to beat: the Wisconsin Historical Museum, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and the Madison Children's Museum are just a few of the world-class attractions. It's also a great place for sports, especially at the 80,000-seat Camp Randall Stadium, home field of the University of Wisconsin Badgers. About 15 minutes northeast of the city is Dane County Regional Airport, and 90 minutes east is Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport.
Route 151 heads northeast from Downtown Madison to this area running diagonally northeast of Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. This neighborhood puts you close to many of the city's most desirable destinations, including lovely Olbrich Botanical Gardens. This area has easy access to important highways like I-39, I-90, and I-94, as well as to the adjacent Dane County Regional Airport. Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport is 90 minutes east.
This is a great area if you love the great outdoors, as this largely residential area is studded with pretty parks. It even includes a corner of the University of Wisconsin Arboretum, one of the city's most popular green spaces. Verona Road takes you through this area, which passes some of the region's rich farmland. Dane County Regional Airport is about 30 minutes northeast, and 90 minutes east is Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport.
Which days have the lowest hotel rates?
Hotel prices in Madison peak around $140 on weekends.
In Madison, hotel prices start around just under $100 on Mondays, gradually increasing through the week, peaking at around $140 on Fridays and Saturdays before dropping again on Sundays. Notably, weekend prices are significantly higher than those during weekdays.
Which month has the best hotel rates?
Lowest around $100 in March, highest just over $300 in April.
In Madison, hotel prices show significant variation throughout the year. The lowest average prices occur in March, around $100, while the highest prices are seen in April, just over $300. The months of January and February also reflect lower prices, suggesting a seasonal trend.
How far in advance should I book?
Average hotel prices in Madison decrease to around $100–$150 as the check-in date approaches.
In Madison, hotel prices tend to drop significantly as the check-in date nears. Three weeks before check-in, the best hotels are often fully booked. While lower quality hotels may offer last-minute price reductions, average booking rates drop to around $100–$150 just before check-in.
How much do hotels cost by star rating?
Popular 2-star hotels are priced just over $90.
In Madison, there is a clear distribution of hotels by star rating, with prices generally increasing as the star level rises. The most popular category is the 2-star hotels, priced just over $90, while 3-star hotels are around $130, indicating a moderate price increase. The transition to 4-star hotels sees a more significant jump in price to nearly $200.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are typical check-in/check-out times in Madison hotels, and can I get early check-in or late check-out?
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Are there reliable coworking options and what about hotel Wi-Fi for remote work in Madison?
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Top Tips
- Secure rates for major University of Wisconsin event weekends 6-12 weeks in advance, as downtown hotels frequently sell out for Badger home football games and May commencement. Booking early maximizes your choice of rooms within 0.5 mile of campus. Check cancellation policies in case your plans change.
- Standard taxi and rideshare fares from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to downtown Madison range from $25-$40 USD for the 7-9 mile trip, which takes 15-20 minutes. Check with your hotel for available airport shuttles, as some chains offer complimentary service for direct bookings.
- Downtown Madison hotels are 0.3-0.8 miles from the State Capitol, about a 6-18 minute walk for most guests. Verify step-free entrances or visual alarms in advance if you have accessibility needs, as features differ by hotel brand.
- Onsite hotel parking in downtown Madison usually costs $20-$45 USD per night. For longer stays, nearby municipal garages often offer daily rates from $10-$25 USD. Compare rates and confirm in-and-out privileges if you plan multiple trips.
- Request a high or interior-facing room to minimize street noise from State Street or local nightlife, which can last until 2:00 a.m. Confirm your room preference upon arrival, especially during weekends or festival dates.
- Bring a hardened U-lock and confirm your hotel's bike storage policy if cycling. Madison supports year-round commuting, but overnight street racks are not recommended due to theft risks. Many chain hotels provide secure indoor bike storage on request.
- For reliable Wi-Fi when working remotely, choose major chain hotels or verify actual upload and download speeds at check-in, as independent properties may limit bandwidth. Ask about coworking spaces or business centers if you need secure connections.
- In Madison winters (November-March), opt for hotels with 24-48 hour flexible cancellation and onsite covered parking to manage snow disruptions. Pack non-slip footwear and ask about ramp or step-free access if you require it.
- Madison's tap water is safe and regularly tested, so save costs by refilling a reusable bottle from hotel room faucets or public stations. Ice machines are available on most guest floors in chain hotels if you want cold drinks.
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