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

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

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

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

Campus Area, 3 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Tomislav

3.166.417 ₫

3.657.211 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, dining table, chairs, a TV, and a large window.

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

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a carpeted floor.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

Campus Area, 3 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

ZOE

3.282.261 ₫

3.791.012 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, large windows, and a brick wall.

A modern bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and a central bar counter with stools.

A modern indoor space with a staircase, seating areas, and a large window.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madison

2.1 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Michael

3.991.064 ₫

4.609.679 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A modern restaurant with round tables, rectangular tables, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

Campus Area, 2.7 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Brooke

3.166.417 ₫

3.657.211 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern building with a sign reading 'Highland Corner Grill.'

A restaurant with a buffet, wooden ceiling, and large windows overlooking the street.

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

5. Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

Regent, 0.6 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Nichole

2.930.840 ₫

3.385.122 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a ceiling with a unique design.

6. Graduate by Hilton Madison

Campus Area, 2.8 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

eric

3.923.512 ₫

4.982.873 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern lobby with a curved seating area, a television mounted on the wall, and a stone accent wall.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a brick facade and large windows.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

5.4 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

JULIE

2.798.928 ₫

3.232.761 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves with bottles, glasses, and a flat-screen TV. There are four bar stools with green cushions.

A modern interior with a spherical light fixture, wooden flooring, and two rectangular planters with water features.

A modern lobby with a curved sofa set, a round coffee table, and a decorative floor lamp.

8. Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown

Capitol, 4 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Stella

3.591.439 ₫

4.148.113 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with ornate metal railings, a wooden door, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, a television, and a leather sofa.

A grand hallway with a checkered floor, ornate wooden doors, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, bookshelves, and a view of greenery through the window.

9. Mansion Hill Inn

Capitol, 3.4 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Nicole

6.871.368 ₫

8.571.458 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

10. Hampton Inn by Hilton Deforest

19.6 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Phillip

3.316.184 ₫

3.664.383 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

11. Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – Madison

19.1 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Charles

2.881.859 ₫

3.270.909 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 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 breakfast area with a counter displaying pastries and a sign reading "Delight in the day."

12. Spark By Hilton Madison Central

5.7 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Rena

2.182.178 ₫

2.520.416 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, multiple seating areas, and a pergola with string lights.

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear views through large windows, surrounded by seating areas and a modern interior design.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a sign reading "HOME 2 SUITES," and a parking lot.

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center

5.8 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Stan

2.528.883 ₫

2.920.860 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A balcony with a view of buildings and a river.

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.

14. Best Western Premier Park Hotel

Capitol, 3.7 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Eve

3.722.833 ₫

4.299.871 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with a large display of colorful items in glass containers, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A hotel reception area with a large sign reading "Indigo" and "Hotel Indigo Madison." There is a reception desk with a computer and a chair. The area has a modern design with exposed pipes and a wooden ceiling.

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern building with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating, a tree with lights, and a bench.

15. Hotel Indigo Madison Downtown by IHG

Marquette, 4.7 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Andrew

3.628.240 ₫

4.368.401 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A staircase with wooden handrails and white walls.

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

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

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

16. Governor's Mansion Inn

Capitol, 3.5 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Amy

4.535.300 ₫

5.238.401 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed.

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

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

8.1 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Daragh

2.411.676 ₫

2.737.382 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a display of various items on the wall.

A modern building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a flagpole.

An indoor swimming pool with clear markings for non-diving and diving areas, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a decorative partition.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East

Greater Sandburg, 11.2 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Humberto

2.741.394 ₫

3.166.311 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and a TV screen.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the city.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, a TV screen displaying a news program, and a counter with various food items.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, tables, and chairs.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Sun Prairie

16.2 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Dawn

3.284.288 ₫

3.694.824 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, red chairs, and a table with chairs.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and booths, red and brown patterned chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

20. Hampton Inn Madison East Towne Mall Area

Greater Sandburg, 12.4 km from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Cami

2.621.403 ₫

3.027.721 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madison	9.6 Exceptional 784 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top University of Wisconsin-Madison Hotel Reviews

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

10/10 Excellent

"The bar staff upstairs in the governers lounge and downstairs in circle bar are fantastic"

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

8/10 Good

"room was clean and comfortable. Staff were pleasant and helpful. If there was one complaint is having to pay for parking. I wish it would have been included in the bill"

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

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AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

8/10 Good

"The shower curtain is about 1-2 in above the ground. It's right over the lip to outside the tub. Water from the shower dripped on the curtain and onto the floor and created a puddle"

Hotel Ruby Marie

10/10 Excellent

"The entire property was beautifully maintained, preserving the elegance of the original design with modern amenities. The location and parking are both highly convenient for downtown Madison at a superb price. The soaking tub in the room might be the greatest amenity I've ever had at hotel. My only complaint is that the air conditioner in our room didn't work properly, but otherwise I would recommend Hotel Ruby Marie to anyone looking to stay in Madison!"

Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient location near the Capitol with clean spacious rooms. Excellent for families. Great value especially if you are able to take part in the free breakfast or 2 free drinks at happy hour."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madison

10/10 Excellent

"This is one of our favorite hotel....we'll appointed, friendly staff, and great location for UW alumnus. Thank you."

Super 8 by Wyndham Madison South

10/10 Excellent

"It was good"

Moxy Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was great! Around the corner from the venue. Friendly staff, clean rooms, and great location"

Other attractions near University of Wisconsin-Madison

Camp Randall Stadium

9.0/10 (1,067 reviews)

Catch an event at Camp Randall Stadium 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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Nielsen Tennis Stadium

Catch an event at Nielsen Tennis Stadium during your trip to Madison. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this family-friendly area.

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First Unitarian Society Meeting House

You can learn about the history of Madison with a stop at First Unitarian Society Meeting House. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Willow Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Willow Beach during your trip to Madison?

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Allen Centennial Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Allen Centennial Gardens, a lovely green space in Madison. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Washburn Observatory

You can learn about the history of Madison with a visit to Washburn Observatory. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Wisconsin Field House

Catch an event at Wisconsin Field House 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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Hilldale Shopping Center

9.2/10 (120 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hilldale Shopping Center 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Wisconsin-Madison?

University of Wisconsin-Madison is located in a budget-friendly area of Madison known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to University of Wisconsin-Madison?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Wisconsin-Madison.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Wisconsin-Madison, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to University of Wisconsin-Madison.

What can I see and do near University of Wisconsin-Madison?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at University of Wisconsin Geology Museum, Chazen Museum of Art or Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. Memorial Union Terrace, Barrymore Theatre and Wisconsin Union Theater are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Orpheum Theater, Overture Center for the Arts and The Sylvee if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to University of Wisconsin-Madison?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Madison Station is the closest stop to Downtown Madison. There may not be many public transport choices near University of Wisconsin-Madison so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for University of Wisconsin-Madison hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madison

4. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

5. Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

6. Graduate by Hilton Madison

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

8. Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown

9. Mansion Hill Inn

10. Hampton Inn by Hilton Deforest

11. Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – Madison

12. Spark By Hilton Madison Central

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Madison Central Alliant Energy Center

14. Best Western Premier Park Hotel

15. Hotel Indigo Madison Downtown by IHG

16. Governor's Mansion Inn

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

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East

19. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Sun Prairie

20. Hampton Inn Madison East Towne Mall Area

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Top University of Wisconsin-Madison Hotel Reviews

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

Hotel Ruby Marie

Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madison

Super 8 by Wyndham Madison South

Moxy Madison Downtown

Other attractions near University of Wisconsin-Madison

Camp Randall Stadium

Nielsen Tennis Stadium

First Unitarian Society Meeting House

Willow Beach

Allen Centennial Gardens

Washburn Observatory

Wisconsin Field House

Hilldale Shopping Center

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