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Recommended hotels in Madison

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

1. The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
3.5 star property
Downtown Madison
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,213 reviews)
"Nice hotel, restaurant and great location."
United States
Lori
The price is ฿4,257
฿4,917 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
A modern indoor space with seating, a stone accent wall, and large windows.

2. AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West
3.0 star property
Madison
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,344 reviews)
"Great breakfast"
United States
Ember
The price is ฿2,412
฿2,786 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West
A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance.

3. Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown

Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Madison
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (726 reviews)
"Staff was awesome and place was great!"
United States
Izabella
The price is ฿4,627
฿5,344 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown
A hotel entrance with a modern design, illuminated signage, and a clear view of the street.

4. Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Madison
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The room and location were ideal for my visit."
United States
Christine
The price is ฿4,274
฿4,936 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
A hotel room with a view of a cityscape, including a prominent dome building.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Madison
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice property, great location!"
United States
Charlotte
The price is ฿4,353
฿5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
A living room with a stone fireplace, wooden bookshelves, a sofa, and a staircase.

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West
2.5 star property
Middleton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,054 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Jocelyn
The price is ฿2,554
฿2,899 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West
A waterfront hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the water.

7. The Edgewater

The Edgewater
4.5 star property
Downtown Madison
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice quite get away, with great lake views and access"
United States
David
The price is ฿4,983
฿6,604 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Edgewater
A brick building with a green awning, surrounded by colorful flowers and trees.

8. Hotel Ruby Marie

Hotel Ruby Marie
3.0 star property
Downtown Madison
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,014 reviews)
"This is a super fun 19th century hotel with a great location and great staff."
United States
Spencer
The price is ฿5,364
฿6,195 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel Ruby Marie
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a display of various items on the wall.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
4.0 star property
Greater Sandburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,130 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Humberto
The price is ฿3,317
฿3,831 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
A hotel entrance with a marquee sign, a flag, and a well-lit facade.

10. Best Western Premier Park Hotel

Best Western Premier Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Madison
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,015 reviews)
"Very clean, great location, loved everything there! Would stay again!"
United States
Annet
The price is ฿4,796
฿5,539 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
A modern lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, and a large window.

11. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison
2.5 star property
Leopold
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,482 reviews)
"Great value! Would stay again."
United States
John
The price is ฿2,109
฿2,436 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison
A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with outdoor seating.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Madison
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Tomislav
The price is ฿4,353
฿5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, large windows, and string lights.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Madison
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Brooke
The price is ฿4,353
฿5,028 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, multiple seating areas, and a pergola with string lights.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center
3.0 star property
Madison
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice clean and well kept hotel."
United States
Fariha
The price is ฿3,504
฿4,047 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center
An outdoor seating area with wicker sofas and chairs, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

15. Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI

Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
2.5 star property
Madison
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,114 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious rooms. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
James
The price is ฿2,984
฿3,447 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

16. avid hotels Madison - Monona by IHG

avid hotels Madison - Monona by IHG
2.5 star property
Monona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (771 reviews)
"This was all-around wonderful place to stay! It was especially great to be able to have our dog with us. Very clean and great staff. We also really liked the location."
United States
Hannah
The price is ฿3,372
฿3,827 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
avid hotels Madison - Monona by IHG
An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, string lights, and a fire pit.

17. Spark By Hilton Madison Central

Spark By Hilton Madison Central
3.0 star property
Madison
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (156 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Rena
The price is ฿2,984
฿3,447 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Spark By Hilton Madison Central
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
3.0 star property
Madison
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,421 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Salvador
The price is ฿2,674
฿3,089 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
A modern building with a sign reading 'Highland Corner Grill.'

19. Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
3.0 star property
Regent
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice lobby bar, convenient shuttle service, and close to Camp Randall."
United States
Angela
The price is ฿4,647
฿5,367 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
An outdoor patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by chairs, a brick building in the background, and string lights.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Madison West Middleton

Courtyard by Marriott Madison West Middleton
3.0 star property
Middleton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice place!! Stayed here a number of times always a great experience."
United States
Lisa Marie
The price is ฿3,486
฿3,956 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Madison West Middleton
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Top Madison Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Madison West - Middleton

Comfort Suites Madison West - Middleton

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was very helpful. There were nice amenities on site such as the pool, hot tib, gym, and laundry. The room was very comfortable and the overall experience was wonderful."
Raymond 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Comfort Suites Madison West - Middleton

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Madison Hostels information

Number of reviews
13,674
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿2,436
Highest Price
฿6,604

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Madison?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out cultural highlights like the live music venues in this destination, or enjoy the sporting events and other activities.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Madison?
Not sure where to stay in Madison? This hostel is popular: HI Madison - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of University of Wisconsin-Madison. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Madison?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -4°C. The snowiest months in Madison are January, December, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 22 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Madison?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore the area around Madison. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Mendota, Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Lake Waubesa. Cultural attractions include Orpheum Theater, Overture Center for the Arts and Chazen Museum of Art. Visit landmarks such as Memorial Union Terrace, Barrymore Theatre and Wisconsin Union Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Madison while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Madison in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), 4.8 mi (7.8 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you're eager to explore more of the area, make your way to Madison Station to take a train.