Downtown Madison Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large domed building surrounded by modern cityscape and a body of water.
A city skyline with a prominent dome building, a waterfront, and various modern and historic structures.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent illuminated dome building, streetlights, and a clear road.
A city street leading to a large, illuminated capitol building at dusk.
A tree-lined street leading to a large white dome building.

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Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Madison Hotel Deals

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 NZ$232 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$232
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

4 out of 5
525 West Johnson Street Madison WI
The price is NZ$256 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$256
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel was great. Very clean and quiet. Who doesn’t love a cookie upon arrival? We liked that the front desk let us choose our room. Rooms are a little small but perfect. Parking is available but there are also garages close by that may be slightly cheaper. Would recommend for a weekend stay ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
The Edgewater

The Edgewater

4.5 out of 5
1001 Wisconsin Place Madison WI
The price is NZ$490 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$490
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"I expected more for the price. The room was nice but other than the terrace king nothing special. At this price point I would have expected the bed to be more luxurious, the bathroom had areas that needed repainting. The shampoo, conditioner and body gel were just okay. No bath salts or foam provided ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

The Edgewater
Best Western Premier Park Hotel

Best Western Premier Park Hotel

4 out of 5
22 S Carroll Street Madison WI
The price is NZ$282 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$282
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Every employee greeted us throughout the hotel every time we walked by, super friendly. The sitting area around the pool was spacious and super comfortable for the adults to hang while watching the older children in the pool. Great spot to stay in Madison near campus and right by the capitol."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Best Western Premier Park Hotel
The Dylin

The Dylin

4 out of 5
611 E Dayton St Madison WI
The price is NZ$265 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$265
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Capitol Square and Kohl Center are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in a fantastic location!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

The Dylin
Moxy Madison Downtown

Moxy Madison Downtown

3.5 out of 5
823 East Washington Ave Madison WI
The price is NZ$263 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$263
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Capitol Square and Kohl Center ...
Moxy 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.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Madison

Find the best Downtown Madison areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Monona

Monona is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Lake Monona.

Campus Area

While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Kohl Center.

Marquette

While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Lake Monona.

Regent

When in Regent, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tenney-Lapham

While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.



Downtown Madison Travel Guide

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