The Best Hotels Closest to Capitol Square in Madison - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee machine, and a framed picture on the wall.

A pool with a wheelchair-accessible lift, a tiled wall, and a door in the background.

A hotel room with a sofa, a yellow ottoman, a desk, a television, a framed picture, and a lamp.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

2.9 km from Capitol Square

JULIE

฿3,637

฿4,201 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel entrance with a marquee sign, a flag, and a well-lit facade.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a tiled floor and a glass railing.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, two armchairs, and a small round table.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

2. Best Western Premier Park Hotel

Capitol, 0.2 km from Capitol Square

Eve

฿4,838

฿5,588 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with outdoor seating.

A room with a fireplace, two armchairs, and a mascot statue.

An indoor swimming pool with a red and white color scheme, seating areas, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a dining table.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

Campus Area, 0.8 km from Capitol Square

Tomislav

฿4,391

฿5,072 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a view of a cityscape, including a prominent dome building.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with cushioned booths.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a glass door entrance.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

Campus Area, 0.9 km from Capitol Square

ZOE

฿4,266

฿4,927 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A staircase with wooden handrails and white walls.

A spacious living room with a large window, a grand piano, and a Christmas tree.

A stone building with a grand entrance, a sign for 'Governor's Mansion Inn & Cafe', and a Christmas tree in the foreground.

A dining area with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs. There are large windows with views of the outside.

5. Governor's Mansion Inn

Capitol, 0.6 km from Capitol Square

Amy

฿5,873

฿6,783 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern restaurant with a bar area, large windows with a city view, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a tray.

A dining area with a view of a large dome building through large windows.

6. The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

Capitol, 0.2 km from Capitol Square

Lori

฿3,979

฿4,596 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, large windows, and string lights.

A modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a sofa set, and a large window with curtains.

A modern coffee shop interior with a central island displaying snacks and beverages, a reception desk, and a variety of coffee and tea options.

The exterior of a Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

Campus Area, 1.3 km from Capitol Square

Brooke

฿4,391

฿5,072 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A waterfront hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the water.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and large windows offering views of the city.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A spacious room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

8. The Edgewater

Capitol, 0.7 km from Capitol Square

Javier

฿5,279

฿6,953 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel entrance with a modern design, illuminated signage, and a clear view of the street.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of buildings outside.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

9. Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

Capitol, 0.4 km from Capitol Square

Jim

฿4,311

฿4,979 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large island, black cabinetry, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors.

A gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of trees.

10. The Saddlery Madison Downtown

Capitol, 0.5 km from Capitol Square

Tyler

฿5,123

฿5,917 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a brown sofa, a round marble coffee table, and a decorative vase with flowers.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bed with a pink blanket.

A modern building with a sign reading "The DYLIN" and a brick facade.

11. The Dylin

Tenney-Lapham, 0.7 km from Capitol Square

Andrea

฿4,122

฿4,761 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A brick building with a green awning, surrounded by colorful flowers and trees.

A hallway with patterned wallpaper, a small table with chairs, and a door leading to another room.

A living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A traditional bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden chair, a bedside table, and a mirror.

12. Hotel Ruby Marie

Capitol, 0.6 km from Capitol Square

Spencer

฿4,552

฿5,257 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop terrace with red chairs, a fire pit, and a deer statue.

A cozy bar area with a checkered floor, wooden bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and wicker chairs.

A storefront with a neon sign reading "Camp Trippalindee."

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outside.

13. Graduate by Hilton Madison

Campus Area, 0.9 km from Capitol Square

eric

฿4,838

฿6,174 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

A snow-covered residential street with houses on both sides, a stop sign, and parked cars.

A hotel room with a white door, a large mirror, a small table with a lamp, and a black doormat.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Marquette Hotel".

14. The Marquette Hotel

Marquette, 2.1 km from Capitol Square

topher

฿3,501

฿4,044 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a view of the lake, and a railing.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and large windows with a view of greenery.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window.

A two-story house with a front porch, a fire escape, and a well-maintained garden with colorful flowers.

15. Mendota Lake House Inn

Tenney-Lapham, 0.9 km from Capitol Square

Nicholas

฿6,192

฿7,151 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a bookshelf with books and bottles.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent building featuring a dome, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings and a well-lit plaza.

A room with a view of a large dome building, a lamp, a chair, and a small table.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window offering a view of a domed building, a round table, and blue chairs.

16. Hilton Madison Monona Terrace

Capitol, 0.3 km from Capitol Square

Kevin

฿4,294

฿4,960 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious dining area with modern furniture and a large TV screen.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent blue and yellow color scheme, large windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and artwork on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a lifeguard stand, and a seating area with chairs.

17. Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – Madison

15.5 km from Capitol Square

Ember

฿3,691

฿4,190 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, string lights, and a fire pit.

A reception area with a digital kiosk, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a closed door.

A modern lounge area with yellow chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying pastries and a sign reading "Delight in the day."

18. Spark By Hilton Madison Central

3.5 km from Capitol Square

Rena

฿2,834

฿3,273 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a glass door entrance.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern cafe with seating arrangements, a coffee station, and a menu board.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a mounted TV.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison West - Middleton by IHG

11.8 km from Capitol Square

Daragh

฿2,829

฿3,211 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

20. Hampton Inn by Hilton Deforest

19.6 km from Capitol Square

Phillip

฿5,515

฿6,095 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Capitol Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Best Western Premier Park Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Governor's Mansion Inn	9.6 Exceptional 198 reviews	View

Top Capitol Square Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable bed with a choice of pillows is important to us. Liked the gym. Buffet breakfast was very good. Close proximity to Monona waterfront and restaurants. Helpful and friendly staff"

Hotel Indigo Madison Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful and polite. Room was clean and comfortable."

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

8/10 Good

"been here before, loved it and came back. super nice and clean and great location"

Hotel Ruby Marie

8/10 Good

"It is a very cute "throw back" inn. Its walking distance to the capital and all of that. There is breakfast place next door and 2 bars, neither of them did I hear a peep from at all while staying there. Service is very good! Very good value as well!"

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

10/10 Excellent

"I was a little skeptical to stay near college center but was pleasantly surprised at this hotel. Our room was clean, the shuttle was a great extra service, easy walk to Camp Randall, and Mifflin Street . Breakfast buffet had good options and was managed well!! Would stay here again ."

The Saddlery Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"would stay here again!! the process was really smooth and the fully contactless check-in/out was really convenient! the staff member i talked to in order to reserve parking was very kind and very helpful! thank you Mike! i do wish the 30 minute vehicle unloading zone was marked more clearly, as i am still unsure if i used the correct spot. would recommend!!"

Moxy Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Parking convenient, clean room"

Other attractions near Capitol Square

Dane County Farmers' Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Dane County Farmers' Market during your visit to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Wisconsin Historical Museum

8.8/10 (77 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Wisconsin Historical Museum during your travels in Madison. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

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Wisconsin Veterans Museum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Wisconsin Veterans Museum during your travels in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Madison Children's Museum

9.0/10 (48 reviews)

You can take time to visit Madison Children's Museum during your travels to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Madison Public Library

9.4/10 (18 reviews)

After visiting Madison Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madison. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Overture Center for the Arts

8.8/10 (214 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Overture Center for the Arts during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Orpheum Theater

8.4/10 (165 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Orpheum Theater during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

9.8/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Madison Museum of Contemporary Art in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Capitol Square?

Capitol Square is located in an area of Madison that travellers like for its restaurants and bars. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 47 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Capitol Square?

Adjacent to Capitol Square, The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include The Edgewater and DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Capitol Square?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Capitol Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Capitol Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Capitol Square.

What can I see and do near Capitol Square?

Wisconsin Historical Museum, Madison Museum of Contemporary Art and Chazen Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Memorial Union Terrace, Barrymore Theatre and Wisconsin Union Theater are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Overture Center for the Arts, Orpheum Theater and The Sylvee.

How can I get to Capitol Square?

If you're taking a train into town, Madison Station is the closest stop to Downtown Madison. There may not be many public transport stops near to Capitol Square so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Capitol Square hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

2. Best Western Premier Park Hotel

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

5. Governor's Mansion Inn

6. The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

7. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

8. The Edgewater

9. Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

10. The Saddlery Madison Downtown

11. The Dylin

12. Hotel Ruby Marie

13. Graduate by Hilton Madison

14. The Marquette Hotel

15. Mendota Lake House Inn

16. Hilton Madison Monona Terrace

17. Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – Madison

18. Spark By Hilton Madison Central

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison West - Middleton by IHG

20. Hampton Inn by Hilton Deforest

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Top Capitol Square Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

Hotel Indigo Madison Downtown by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

Hotel Ruby Marie

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

The Saddlery Madison Downtown

Moxy Madison Downtown

Other attractions near Capitol Square

Dane County Farmers' Market

Wisconsin Historical Museum

Wisconsin Veterans Museum

Madison Children's Museum

Madison Public Library

Overture Center for the Arts

Orpheum Theater

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

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