Madison Travel Guide

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Aerial View of Lake Madison, South Dakota
Aerial View of Lake Madison, South Dakota
Aerial View of Lake Madison, South Dakota
Aerial view of farmland and agricultural buildings in Madison, South Dakota.
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AmericInn by Wyndham Madison SD

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison SD

3 out of 5
504 SE 10th St Madison SD
The price is NZ$148 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$148
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (383 reviews)
Beds in our room were made, but the bathroom and floors were not cleaned when we arrived. Needed a very deep clean-the refrigerator and microwave were dirty. Had to request towels as we only had 1. The other family we were with had to do the same. The pool was like ice water and we ended up having ...

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison SD
Best Western Plus Lakeview Hotel

Best Western Plus Lakeview Hotel

2.5 out of 5
456 SE 12th Madison SD
The price is NZ$256 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$256
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)
Nicest place in Madison

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Best Western Plus Lakeview Hotel
Super 8 by Wyndham Madison

Super 8 by Wyndham Madison

2 out of 5
219 N Highland Ave Madison SD
The price is NZ$129 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$129
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Memorial Park and Madison Public Library ...
6.4/10 (268 reviews)
Friendly helpful staff and clean facilities

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Madison
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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.
Beautiful year round lake home! Sleeps 8 comfortably!

Beautiful year round lake home! Sleeps 8 comfortably!

Lake View Township SD
Stay at this beach holiday home in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Walkers Point Recreation Area and Lake ...
10/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Great location.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Beautiful year round lake home! Sleeps 8 comfortably!
Skeet's Retreat: Lake Herman's Hidden Gem of Adventure and Relaxation! Sleeps 8

Skeet's Retreat: Lake Herman's Hidden Gem of Adventure and Relaxation! Sleeps 8

Madison SD
Stay at this beach holiday home in Madison. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Herman State Park and Prairie Village ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Beautiful home and was perfect for a weekend getaway.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Skeet's Retreat: Lake Herman's Hidden Gem of Adventure and Relaxation! Sleeps 8
3+ night special | King Bed | Dog friendly + Fenced Yard | 3 TVs

3+ night special | King Bed | Dog friendly + Fenced Yard | 3 TVs

Madison SD
Stay at this golf holiday home in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and patios. Popular attractions Totland Park and Baughman Park are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful house! Would definitely stay again. Very impressed with the comfort, cleanliness, well-stocked kitchen, and local touches. The games & children’s books in the house were a big hit with our family!

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

3+ night special | King Bed | Dog friendly + Fenced Yard | 3 TVs
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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.

Popular places to visit

Prairie Homestead, South Dakota

Prairie Village

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Prairie Village in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and cathedral.

Prairie Village

Lake Herman State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Herman State Park during your travels in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and cathedral.

Lake Herman State Park

Dakota State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Dakota State University during your trip to Madison. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Dakota State University

Lake County Courthouse

After visiting Lake County Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madison. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Lake County Courthouse

Madison Golf & Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Madison at Madison Golf & Country Club. Discover the area's sunsets and cathedral.

Madison Golf & Country Club

Memorial Park

After visiting Memorial Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madison. Experience the area's entertainment choices and theatre scene.

Memorial Park