Madison City Center Hotels

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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Madison, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Graduate Madison Hotel

8.5 / 10

(285 Reviews)

From 273$
Doubletree By Hilton Madison Downtown Hotel

9.0 / 10

(166 Reviews)

From 201$
Best Western Plus Inntowner Madison

8.5 / 10

(209 Reviews)

From 109$
Hilton Madison Monona Terrace Hotel

8.4 / 10

(184 Reviews)

From 226$
Best Western Premier Park Hotel

8.8 / 10

(257 Reviews)

From 329$

As Central hotels continue to grow in popularity for Madison travellers, the question "why?" looms large. Why should someone choose to stay in a Central hotel versus any of the other hotel options available in the area?

There are many reasons, but here are some of the key benefits:

1) Central hotels are typically much more affordable than other hotel options in the area.

2) Central hotels are located in the heart of the city, making it easy to walk to local attractions and businesses.

3) Central hotels offer a wide variety of room types and sizes, making it easy to find the perfect fit for your needs.

4) Central hotels often come with added amenities and features that other hotels in the area do not offer.

Madison Accommodation lists:

Best Hotels in Madison City Centre

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Graduate Madison Hotel Doubletree By Hilton Madison Downtown Hotel Best Western Plus Inntowner Madison Hilton Madison Monona Terrace Hotel Hotels in Central Madison With Parking Best Western Premier Park Hotel Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown Hotels in Downtown Madison With Pool The Madison Concourse Hotel Sheraton Madison Hotel Ac Hotel By Marriott Madison Downtown

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8.5
Very good
285 Reviews

Graduate Madison Hotel

📍 601 Langdon Street

From 273$

Graduate Madison Hotel is located 700 metres from University of Wisconsin and features a flat-screen HDTV and a bar on site. State Street is 800 metres away, and there is Memorial Union Terrace nearby.

The venue is 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Madison. Madison is also located near the accommodation. The varied habitats "University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum" is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

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9
Excellent
166 Reviews

Doubletree By Hilton Madison Downtown Hotel

📍 525 West Johnson Street

From 201$

Doubletree By Hilton Madison Downtown Hotel is located 500 metres from Kohl Center Arena and features a shared lounge, a bar and flat-screen TV on site. The venue is set a 5-minute walk from N Frances & W Johnson bus stop, providing connection to State Street.

The freshwater drainage Lake Monona is less than 2.8 km away. The centre of Madison is about a 5-minute walk away. Madison is also located near the hotel. University of Wisconsin is a short drive away.

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8.5
Very good
209 Reviews

Best Western Plus Inntowner Madison

📍 2424 University Avenue

From 109$

The 3-star Best Western Plus Inntowner Madison is set 2 km from the 28 - acre public Henry Vilas Zoo and 1.9 km from the outdoor Camp Randall Stadium. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the venue, and a free car park, an indoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi are also available on site.

The accommodation is located 3 km from the centre of Madison and a couple of minutes' drive from Chazen Museum of Art. This hotel is just off Madison VA Medical Center and 15 km from Dane County Regional airport.

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8.4
Very good
184 Reviews

Hilton Madison Monona Terrace Hotel

📍 9 East Wilson Street

From 226$

Featuring a swimming pool and a meeting room, Hilton Madison Monona Terrace Hotel offers accommodation within 1.7 km from the recreational Lake Monona. The majestic Roman Renaissance-style Wisconsin State Capitol is 250 metres away from the venue.

The hotel is located off Madison Children's Museum, just 15 minutes' walk from the city centre. The property is located next to the vaudeville theater "Majestic Theatre". The official state University of Wisconsin-Madison is also a few minutes' drive away.

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8.8
Excellent
257 Reviews

Best Western Premier Park Hotel

📍 22 S Carroll Street

From 329$

Best Western Premier Park Hotel Madison is located minutes away from Capitol Square, featuring an indoor swimming pool, a ballroom and a barber shop. This inn is not far from State Street and James Madison Lakefront Park is 1 km away.

The venue is just a 7-minute walk from Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. It is 1 km from downtown Madison. The outdoor Camp Randall Stadium is also a short drive away.

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Hotels in Madison

Airport nearby โœˆ๏ธ Dane County Regional
Average Price ๐Ÿ’ฐ 125$
Hotels in Madison ๐Ÿจ 75
Hotel Reviews โญ 1857
Landmarks nearby ๐Ÿ“ Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Wisconsin Historical Museum, Chazen Museum of Art, Madison Art Center, Madison Children's Museum
Top Service Hotel ๐Ÿ› Graduate Madison Hotel
Hotel with a view ๐Ÿ” Doubletree By Hilton Madison Downtown Hotel
Top Hotel for couples ๐Ÿ’‘ Best Western Plus Inntowner Madison

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9
Excellent
573 Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown

📍 440 West Johnson Street

From 169$

Boasting an indoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and a restaurant, Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown is located just 1.7 km from the outdoor Camp Randall Stadium. Guests can find Kohl Center Arena within 650 metres of the venue.

Madison centre can be reached within 5 minutes' walk. Attractions within walking distance include Chazen Museum of Art and Madison. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown is just a short drive from Art In.

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8.5
Very good
310 Reviews

Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown

📍 333 W Washington Ave

From 189$

The 3-star Hyatt Place Madison Downtown Hotel is placed in Madison, not far from State Street. This venue features a bar and entertainment activities as well as free WiFi throughout the accommodation.

Wisconsin Historical Museum is 450 metres from the property, while Capitol Square is 550 metres away. The city centre is within 10 minutes' walk away. Hyatt Place Madison Downtown Hotel is just a short walk from Overture Center for the Arts.

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8.7
Excellent
711 Reviews

The Madison Concourse Hotel

📍 1 W Dayton St

From 252$

Offering a sauna, a health club and an indoor swimming pool, The Madison Concourse Hotel is nestled not far from the majestic Roman Renaissance-style Wisconsin State Capitol and 750 metres away from State Street. The centre of Madison is within 1 km of the venue, and University of Wisconsin is about 1.6 km away.

The accommodation is centrally located in vicinity of Wisconsin Historical Museum. The beach is 850 metres away. The Madison Concourse Hotel is a short drive from Henry Vilas Park Playground.

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8.3
Very good
180 Reviews

Sheraton Madison Hotel

📍 706 John Nolen Drive

From 169$

Featuring allergy-free rooms, an indoor swimming pool and a golf course, Sheraton Madison Hotel is set within a 10-minute ride away from the freshwater drainage Lake Monona in Madison. The varied habitats "University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum" is less than 3.9 km away.

This venue has a prime setting just a short drive from Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. The city centre lies within 4 km of the accommodation.

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8.7
Excellent
137 Reviews

Ac Hotel By Marriott Madison Downtown

📍 One North Webster Street

From 189$

Offering non-smoking rooms, the 4-star Ac Hotel By Marriott Madison Downtown is within walking distance from Capitol Square. The venue is set 0.9 km from the free Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, about 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Madison.

The accommodation is centrally located in vicinity of Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. Wisconsin Historical Museum is set 500 metres away. Ac Hotel By Marriott Madison Downtown is a short ride from Kohl Center Arena.

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8
Very good
511 Reviews

Hotel Monona

📍 722 John Nolen Drive

From 100$

Comfort Inn Madison - Downtown is located at within 12 minutes' stroll from Alliant Energy Center and features 24 hour front desk assistance, housekeeping and bike loans. The varied habitats "University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum" is less than 3.9 km away.

The property is situated 4 km from Madison city centre and 20 km from Dane County Regional airport. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is only a short drive away.

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8.4
Very good
235 Reviews

The Edgewater Hotel

📍 1001 Wisconsin Place

From 269$

The Edgewater Hotel Madison, located 2.5 km distance from the outdoor Camp Randall Stadium, features WiFi in public areas. The venue is set within 10 minutes' walk of the centre of Madison, not far from Mansion Hill.

The 28-acre public Henry Vilas Zoo is less than 2.7 km away. The beach is 800 metres away. Madison Masonic Center Event Accommodation is also located near the property. You can get to the free Madison Museum of Contemporary Art in a few minutes by car.

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8.3
Very good
219 Reviews

Clarion Suites At The Alliant Energy Center

📍 2110 Rimrock Road

From 157$

Offering a free carpark, an indoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi, the 3-star Clarion Suites At The Alliant Energy Center Madison is located a 10-minute drive away from University of Wisconsin. The varied habitats "University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum" is less than 3.5 km away.

The city centre of Madison is 4 km from the property which is situated in a tourist area. Attractions within walking distance include Alliant Energy Center and Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center. The 28-acre public Henry Vilas Zoo is only a few minutes' drive away.

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9.2
Excellent
370 Reviews

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Madison Central, An Ihg Hotel

📍 610 John Nolen Drive

From 121$

Set within a 13-minute walk of Alliant Energy Center, this 3-star Holiday Inn Express And Suites Madison Central, An Ihg Hotel is located near Turville Point Conservation Park. For business travellers, computers, a xerox and a fax machine are available on request.

Madison Children's Museum is less than 3.5 km away. The venue is set within 4 km from Madison city centre. Olin Park is also located near the accommodation. The varied habitats "University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum" is just a short drive away.

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8.5
Very good
205 Reviews

Hotelred

📍 1501 Monroe Street

From 166$

A shared lounge, a bar and entertainment activities are available at Hotelred Madison, and the outdoor Camp Randall Stadium is 0.3 km away. The venue is located 2 km from the centre of Madison and a couple of minutes' drive from Henry Vilas Park Playground.

The majestic Roman Renaissance-style Wisconsin State Capitol is less than 2.7 km away. Attractions within walking distance include University of Wisconsin Geology Museum and First Congregational Church.

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9.1
Excellent
9 Reviews

The Livingston Inn

📍 752 E Gorham St, Madison, Wi 53703, United States

From 246$

Located off Machinery Row Bicycle Store, this 4-star The Livingston Inn Madison is 18 minutes' walk to Capitol Square. The accommodation features a fireplace and entertainment activities, and the rooms overlook the garden.

State Street is less than 1.8 km away. The inn lies within a 20-minute walk of the centre of Madison. The 1263-acre James Madison Waterfront Park is also located near the hotel. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is a few minutes' drive away.

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9.9
Excellent
8 Reviews

The Buckingham Inn

📍 1615 Summit Avenue

From 176$

The 3-star Buckingham Inn Madison provides quick access to the outdoor Camp Randall Stadium and offers a free carpark and a golf course. The 28-acre public Henry Vilas Zoo is a 5-minute drive from the inn and a 10-minute drive from the majestic Roman Renaissance-style Wisconsin State Capitol.

The centre of Madison can be reached within a 15-minute walk. You can get to the official state University of Wisconsin-Madison in a few minutes by car.

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9.1
Excellent
274 Reviews

Home2 Suites By Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center

📍 2153 Rimrock Rd

From 301$

The 3-star Home2 Suites By Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center offers 143 rooms in within 10 minutes' drive from State Street. There are meeting rooms, a xerox and a fax machine at the venue.

The accommodation is located 4 km from the centre of Madison and a couple of minutes' drive from Capitol Square. Guests are advised to visit Wisconsin Historical Museum, which is 3.2 km away. Home2 Suites By Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center is just a short walk from Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center.

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9.2
Excellent
630 Reviews

Hotel Indigo - Madison Downtown, An Ihg Hotel

📍 901 East Washington

From 162$

Hotel Indigo Madison Downtown is a 4-star venue 1.5 km to Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. There is a photocopier, a fax machine and a business centre at the accommodation.

Capitol Square is less than 1.3 km away. The city centre lies within 2 km of the hotel. The multi-purpose stadium "Breese Stevens Field" is also located near the property. The accommodation is only a short drive from State Street.

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Mendota Lake House Bed And Breakfast (Adults Only)

📍 704 East Gorham

From 178$

Kohl Center Arena is 2.1 km from Mendota Lake House Bed And Breakfast, while Madison Children's Museum is 300 metres away. Set close to the 12-acre James Madison Waterfront Park, this property boasts air-conditioned rooms along with a lending library and a fireplace available onsite.

The venue is 2 km from the city centre and adjacent to the vintage clothing store "Good Style Shop". The beach is 250 metres away. Mendota Lake House Bed And Breakfast is a short ride from the free Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.

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Home 2 Suites By Hilton Madison Central

📍 2153 Rimrock Rd,

From 400$

Home 2 Suites By Hilton Madison Central is 3.3 km to State Street and features 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security service. Located off Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center, the venue is set near Alliant Energy Center.

The accommodation is situated 4 km from Madison city centre and 20 km from Dane County Regional airport. Wisconsin Historical Museum can be found at 3.3 km distance from the hotel. Home 2 Suites By Hilton Madison Central is just a short drive from Capitol Square.

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Madison City Center Hotels FAQ
Which Central hotels are popular among city visitors?
These Central hotels are known for their convenient locations, and positive customer reviews:
What are the best central hotels in Madison?
Visitors highly rated Hampton Inn & Suites - West (rating: 9.0/10) with water slides, concierge service and cots at the price of 240US$ per night. As an alternative, book Best Western Plus Inntowner rated 7.8/10 for 184US$ per night, featuring a business centre, shopping service and windsurfing. Other best central places to stay are Doubletree By Hilton East, Baymont By Wyndham West/Middleton Wi West and Residence Inn East.
What are the best cheap hotels in Madison city centre?
For a budget-conscious traveller to Madison there are 25 central options for consideration. The most favoured affordable deal is Grandstay Residential Suites - East with rating 8.4/10 at the cost of 52US$ per night. It offers an indoor swimming pool, fitness room and an outdoor tennis court, as well as a business centre, a gym and a Jacuzzi. Alternatively, book Sleep Inn & Suites (rating: 9.2/10) for 111US$ per night. This 3-star hotel provides a golf course, free shuttle bus service and a Jacuzzi on site. Other top properties include Best Western West Towne Suites, Comfort Suites and Homewood Suites By Hilton West.

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