Name: Holiday Inn Express Deforest Madison Area by IHG
Address: 7184 Morrisonville Road, De Forest, Wisconsin, United States of America, De Forest, Wisconsin, US
Price range: US$81–US$230 per night
Rating: 8.17

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Holiday Inn Express Deforest by IHG earns frequent praise for friendly staff, a convenient highway location near eateries, and a generally clean stay with a popular, well-run breakfast, making it a reliable stop for road travelers.

Common downsides include dated areas amid ongoing or planned renovations, occasional HVAC noise or humidity, and intermittent smoke or musty odors. Several guests also mention housekeeping or maintenance misses and rare front-desk hiccups, while many find the beds comfortable and rooms adequate for short stays. Expect a practical, no-frills stay prioritizing convenience over modern finishes.

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Facilities

Pool and hot tub are available, though feedback varies from enjoyable hot soaks to a cold or merely adequate pool. The property shows age in places, with ongoing or planned renovations noted across reviews.

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Morton

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The staff worked 24 hours a day making our stay comfortable and enjoyable, Hot tub a nice bonus.

10

Patti

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They are in the middle of renovating the hotel. They have guests staying on the floor already fine and it's nice. Comfortable beds and pillows! As always with all hotels, could use overhead lighting but it seems like no one does. We will stay again as this was our 3rd stay there....

10

Mark

20 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A little out dating but sounds like theyre renovating soon. No complaints for a one night quick biz trip.

8

Jessica

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean still remodeling but convenient spot good breakfast.

8

Dori

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was ok. They are renovating next year and it needs it. Unfortunately, we don't think we will be back, they will be starting to charge extra to use the pool. It looked like that was for paying guests too. Sound proofing is not very good, heard the people above us. Their breakfast is the best part but not enough to go back.

4

L

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It says online that the updates would be made this year. That is false. There were bugs in the rooms and in the pool area. The hotel is extremely outdated. The only plus about this property was the morning staff and the housekeeping staff. 2/10

8

Tina

5 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast. Pool area was adequate.

10

Tina

6 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had the King executive room. Large with desk and printer, chair and table for 2, also Fridge, micro and coffee maker. Pool was cold but hot tub was nice and hot. Breakfast was great and staff was friendly and helpful. will definitely stay again.

10

Marilyn

25 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,350 nights

Geeat breakfast, beautiful clean pool. Nice staff.

6

Shiraz

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Older property but seems to be clean. Staff was friendly. Breakfast as expected from places like this. Plenty of parking and easy, close access to freeways. The TV gave me trouble for a couple of days and then would only turn on or off if the remote was almost touching the TV! Irritating. Overall, not a bad experience.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews highlight clean rooms and common areas. However, recurring issues include odors (smoke or musty), humid or wet carpets, and occasional housekeeping misses such as dirty spots or linens not fully fresh.

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Tracy

1 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I gave a 3 star bc there was a snickers wrapper on the floor. Now to be fair it was behind the garbage so I didn’t go to immediate thought of the room wasn’t vacuumed. Nevertheless the garbage was not moved to clean behind it.

6

Alan

25 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We have stayed at this location several times in the past, but this time I was extremely disappointed to find that the sheets were not fresh and clean!!! When I turned back the cover and top sheet, I noticed small black hairs and some fuzz in several places. I took photos to show it. Not sure if I will return, but if I do try this location again, you can bet that the first thing I will do is check the sheets!!! Very disturbing!

10

Qiana

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was one of the cleanest hotels I've stayed in this year. I feel even the more upscale hotels have started cutting corners when it comes to cleanliness and customer service. This establishment hit the nail on the head with their overall appearance and customer service. From check in to check out, we enjoyed our stay. I would definitely choose this hotel again. It's also kid friendly.

6

Cynthia

6 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Carpeting is dark and has stained areas. Wallpaper is torn and peeling in hallways. Corners of tub surround had dark build up. Room keys didn’t work three times resulting in a delay getting settled and a room change. However, once we were in our room, the beds were comfortable and bedding was good quality and clean and front desk staff were polite and responsive.

4

L

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It says online that the updates would be made this year. That is false. There were bugs in the rooms and in the pool area. The hotel is extremely outdated. The only plus about this property was the morning staff and the housekeeping staff. 2/10

8

Paula

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly. The room was clean. Breakfast had a good variety.

2

George

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed at other Holiday Inn expresses throughout the years and this one did not live up to the names standards. Where do I start? For starters, it smelt like Indian curry inside the hotel, I found a long hair on my bed, the wallpaper was from the 80s, the TV was not a modern smart TV. It was from the 2010s and was not able to stream Netflix, the carpet was from the 80s the faucets were from the 90s

10

Lance

11 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff, clean hotel.

10

Kelly

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean

4

Kari

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was filthy. I used one of their white towels to clean the bathroom floor and it was black. The room was so humid that everything felt wet the whole weekend. There was a full-size dog in the room next to us that was barking at 7 AM For about a half an hour. The floors were sticky and the carpet was sticky and it smelled really bad. The breakfast was pretty good and the front staff was nice.

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Rooms

Beds are often described as comfortable, and some rooms are spacious. Still, several guests report dated decor and TVs, thin walls, and HVAC issues (rattling, poor cooling, or excess humidity) that can affect comfort.

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Paula

25 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was fine. Bed was comfortable. The cable TV could not be accessed from the remote. Had to use buttons on back side of TV. Very frustrating for my husband. He wanted to watch NBA playoffs. No help from staff.

10

Tonielle

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beds super comfortable

8

Paula

17 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is redoing the rooms. They are very nice. New carpet, bathroom fixtures etc. There is much variety at breakfast. The staff was welcoming. Everything was clean. My one complaint was our room was facing a large gas station. There were large lights that shined right into our room. Our room had no black out shades.

2

Kevin

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Noisy A/C Units and De-Humidifiers running because the carpeting was soaking wet by the A/C unit.

6

Tristan

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice. It had a nice decor of blue and white.. And extremely dated television, a small bathroom. Beds were actually very good. We did have to change our room because they accidentally put us in a room that hadn’t been cleaned. They were very apologetic and happy to accommodate. This hotel is half being remodeled from best Western to a holiday so that was evident. There were some lingering cigarette smells throughout the hotel, but not in the rooms. The elevator was disgusting and had a huge stain in it, and it was stained yellow all over. The breakfast was two stars just mediocrity. I would not stay at this holiday again. It was also very expensive for the weekend and what we were getting.

4

Patrick

6 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is an older property with very old beds, bedding and a musty smell on the property. I would advise staying anywhere else. Staff and pool area are great!

6

Maureen

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioner rattled all night. The toilet was so low it was hard to get up from it. The beds qere very comfy.

10

Tina

6 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had the King executive room. Large with desk and printer, chair and table for 2, also Fridge, micro and coffee maker. Pool was cold but hot tub was nice and hot. Breakfast was great and staff was friendly and helpful. will definitely stay again.

8

Teri

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I enjoyed my stay. Nice staff and clean room. My only issue was that the ceiling/walls a little too thin. I could hear people in hallway and upstairs too clearly.

4

Laura

10 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was awful. The room was so humid all of my clothes were wet. I’d never stay here again.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with standout breakfast attendants and occasional early check-in accommodations. Isolated complaints mention slow or mistaken check-in, a rude interaction, or limited assistance with small requests.

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10

Edward

7 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

it was clean and friendly staff took care of all my needs.

10

Diane

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We got here at noon, way to early but the person at the desk did get us in our room when we returned from lunch. We really appreciated her efforts.

10

Collin

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy stay! Helpful staff

4

Sally

25 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Day desk clerk was rude.

8

Richard

7 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel staff were very friendly. Housekeeping was very good. Peter, who handled the morning breakfast was very nice and did a great job each morning.

6

Sarah

2 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was fine. Our room was very clean. We were allowed to check in early which was very helpful. The only snag we had was that we were put into a room that was not supposed to be ours. Later in the day, another family had keys to our room and tried to come in. So they assigned the same room to two different families. They seemed to have assigned us one room but accidentally printed up paper work and keys for another that was supposed to be for a different family.

8

Michael

24 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed at this location over the years prior to retirement. However, the rooms appear ready for an overhaul. The breakfast service in the morning was excellent, but it took a while to get checked in, plus the room was a bit outdated.

10

Julie

27 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

easy access off interstate, great hot breakfast, breakfast worker was super super friendly .

10

Imelda

3 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service, easy check-in, clean accommodations and safe area. We forgot our toiletries and the hotel provided us with complementary toothpaste and toothbrush. Thank you !

10

Paula K

3 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were traveling through, arrived late. Noah, in reception was very kind and pleasant. He thanked us for stopping and staying, and was available for any assistance we may require.

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Location

Directly off the interstate and close to fast-food options, the location is convenient for travelers and events in the area. Guests repeatedly note easy access and find it practical for stopovers.

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JENNIFER

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect place to attend UW badger game. It’s about a half hour ride but the cost was great and rooms were clean.

10

derwood

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location

10

Nancy

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place for a quick stop while traveling alone. Easy on and off freeway. Breakfast was great!!

10

Marie

4 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was close to the event we booked. There was also many fast food restaurants near by.

10

Joe

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean hotel, great location. Friendly staff. Decent hotel continental breakfast. Did not hear traffic from highway. Several fast food restaurants, Starbucks, and Ehlennbach’s Cheese Chalet in walking distance. Would stay again.

10

Cathy

26 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to get to and close to the road. Friendly staff and nice room

10

Vincent

20 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Located immediately off highway. Nicely lighted area with plenty of fast food options.

8

Thomas

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I've stayed here in late June for about 20 years. It's very convenient, and there are inexpensive dining options nearby. But the room prices, in my view, are just too high: $200 for a basic room.

10

Imelda

3 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service, easy check-in, clean accommodations and safe area. We forgot our toiletries and the hotel provided us with complementary toothpaste and toothbrush. Thank you !

10

Tracy

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quick check in, comfortable bed, clean, convenient location to the freeway. Overall would recommend and stay here again if traveling through

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Dining

Breakfast receives consistent praise for being hot, tasty, and offering good variety, with attentive staff. A few guests found it average or missing certain items.

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10

Eric

2 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived around midnight. Staff very helpful and accommodating. Excellent hot breakfast with many choices.

10

Elwood

13 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No sausage gravy at breakfast

10

Jennifer

20 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay! Friendly staff and Sand, the breakfast lady, is an absolute doll!!!! Great breakfast choices and she was really on top of keeping up with everything with a warm friendly personality! Would definitely stay there again!!!

6

Tristan

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice. It had a nice decor of blue and white.. And extremely dated television, a small bathroom. Beds were actually very good. We did have to change our room because they accidentally put us in a room that hadn’t been cleaned. They were very apologetic and happy to accommodate. This hotel is half being remodeled from best Western to a holiday so that was evident. There were some lingering cigarette smells throughout the hotel, but not in the rooms. The elevator was disgusting and had a huge stain in it, and it was stained yellow all over. The breakfast was two stars just mediocrity. I would not stay at this holiday again. It was also very expensive for the weekend and what we were getting.

8

Paula

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly. The room was clean. Breakfast had a good variety.

8

Tina

5 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast. Pool area was adequate.

10

Tina

6 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had the King executive room. Large with desk and printer, chair and table for 2, also Fridge, micro and coffee maker. Pool was cold but hot tub was nice and hot. Breakfast was great and staff was friendly and helpful. will definitely stay again.

10

Brianna

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed for one night for a sport thing. Hotel was clean, nice staff, breakfast was good.

10

Carrie

30 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, great staff and breakfast!

10

Melissa

23 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great stop on our long road trip from Minnesota to Massachusetts! The breakfast was awesome for a hotel, there were places to eat within walking distance, and the rooms were large and comfortable. There is a giant pink elephant just up the street worth checking out, too!

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Month	Average price
January	US$98
February	US$111
March	US$100
April	US$108
May	US$131
June	US$131
July	US$126
August	US$136
September	US$146
October	US$158
November	US$129
December	US$102

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $144	16 $115	17 $102	18 $180	19 $210
20 $99	21 $120	22 $132	23 $138	24 $129	25 $159	26 $164
27 $125	28 $138	29 $150	30 $160

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $151	2 $230	3 $230
4 $99	5 $108	6 $108	7 $103	8 $117	9 $210	10 $214
11 $99	12 $108	13 $108	14 $87	15 $81	16 $193	17 $212
18 $85	19 $85	20 $92	21 $85	22 $92	23 $150	24 $150
25 $85	26 $81	27 $93	28 $81	29 $81	30 $112	31 $109

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Adjustable Shower Head)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-In Shower (Mobility)

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