Madison, WI

Travel Guide

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Photo provided by Visit Madison
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Where to stay in Madison

Madison showing a garden, a house and flowers

Downtown Madison

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.

Downtown Madison
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Monona

Situated on Lake Monona's southeastern shore, this Madison suburb boasts the historic Indian Mounds Park, a site on the National Register of Historic Places.

Monona
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Regent

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

Regent might not have many top sights, but Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Regent
Madison's first and best Thai restaurant. I can't imagine Pad Thai tasting any better than how they make it.

Marquette

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like Yahara Place Park and Orton Park.

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Greenbush

While Greenbush might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wisconsin Field House and Kohl Center.

Greenbush
Morning view

Bay Creek

Though Bay Creek might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park.

Bay Creek
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
3.5 out of 5
1 W Dayton St, Madison, WI
The price is AED 511 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 511
AED 590 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,283 reviews)
"Overall exactly what we needed to come watch a Badger Hockey game…"

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Best Western West Towne Suites
Best Western West Towne Suites
2.5 out of 5
650 Grand Canyon Dr, Madison, WI
The price is AED 250 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
AED 250
AED 288 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,127 reviews)
"Pretty good place"

Reviewed on 24 January 2025

Best Western West Towne Suites
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
3 out of 5
333 W Washington Ave, Madison, WI
The price is AED 421 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
AED 421
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful room! Staff were super kind! And so close to everything!"

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

Hyatt Place Madison Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Dylin by Locale
The Dylin by Locale
4 out of 5
611 E Dayton St, Madison, WI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kohl Center and Camp Randall ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"1st time Here for a show 10 minute walk away. Parking garage was convenient! Apartment had everything you could possibly need. Laundry in unit! The mini split unit sounded slightly possessed but that was my only complaint."

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

The Dylin by Locale
A Pleasant Retreat- No Cleaning Fee & New Discounts
A Pleasant Retreat- No Cleaning Fee & New Discounts
Sun Prairie
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sun Prairie. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
10/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
Cozy in Sun Prairie
"Our recent stay in Sun Prairie was wonderful. Randy and Connie are outstanding hosts. They greeted us when we arrived. Showed us all the features of the home and were available to answer any questions. They suggested places to take our grandchildren. The house was conveniently located to everything ..."

Reviewed on 21 January 2025

A Pleasant Retreat- No Cleaning Fee & New Discounts
Hot Tub with a View, Private Modern Garden Level Apartment, Conservancy Access
Hot Tub with a View, Private Modern Garden Level Apartment, Conservancy Access
Madison
Stay at this vacation home in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Spring Harbor Beach and Hilldale Shopping Center are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
badger trip
"enjoyable relaxing great place"

Reviewed on 28 January 2025

Hot Tub with a View, Private Modern Garden Level Apartment, Conservancy Access
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Madison

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
1396
5 - Excellent 52%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
191
3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I visit Madison every three or for months on business.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Excellent places to visit but dont go when the rallies are on your way.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

love Madison

4/5 - Good

Richard

The city is poised to fight the Home-@ Stay order, the MATC is poised to start with regular distancing, or so it seems.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice City!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I miss living in Madison, it’s a much more polite and friendly city than La Crosse.

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