Name: Riverboat Inn & Suites
Address: 906 East 1st Street, Madison, Indiana, United States of America, Madison, Indiana, US
Price range: US$116–US$413 per night
Rating: 8.4

What guests think

At Riverboat Inn & Suites, guests frequently highlight warm, helpful staff, clean accommodations, and standout Ohio River views, with many enjoying riverside decks, an on-site bar and live music, plus easy access to town, while noting some small, simple rooms.

Several guests also note a pool and convenient shuttle or golf cart rides into town. A few reviews report limited overnight front desk access, steep stairs without an elevator, and inconsistent breakfast quality or timing. Overall, expect a laid-back stay suited to enjoying the property’s outdoor spaces and simple comforts.

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Facilities

Riverside decks and patios, an on-site bar with live music, a pool, and shuttle or golf cart rides into town are highlighted. Some note steep stairs and no elevator.

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10

Natashia

2 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This beautiful, older-style property offers stunning views of the river and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Located near walking trails and a park, it’s also just minutes from town, giving you easy access to everything this quaint area has to offer. We especially enjoyed spending the evening at the on-site bar and relaxing on the multi-level patio while taking in the scenic surroundings. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end road, there’s no through traffic—just peace and quiet. Check-in was a breeze, thanks to Sam, who was incredibly friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. As a local, she shared some great recommendations for places to visit during our stay. The room was simple and no-frills, but had everything we needed for a comfortable night’s rest—including a super comfy king-size memory foam bed and a clean shower. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for charm, tranquility, and local hospitality!

10

Allene

21 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quaint hotel that was clean, staff was friendly and wonderful views of the Ohio River...we stayed on a Friday night and they have a great seating area with magical views of the Ohio River and live music! They also had a nice bar and a food truck...lots of fun and will be back!

8

Margaret

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stairs to 2nd floor were very steep, no elevator scary with luggage. Staff was nice, it is a bit rustic. View is nice of the river.

10

Daniel

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed relaxing during the week on the Ohio River. Spacious clean room Great AC Good breakfast Plenty of parking Nice walks in the area

10

James

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We have a student at Hanover College and visiting for the weekend. Used the pool and the back deck. Great breakfast on Sunday morning

10

Tamela

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a very nice place to stay. Overlooking the Ohio River. Great views and live music on the deck in the evening. We truly enjoyed our weekend get away. The staff are amazing!!

10

Melissa

17 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are clean. The view is beautiful. Walkable to downtown and restaurants. They have shuttle service available. Live music on the patio. We will definitely be back.

10

William

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a jewel. We love the town of Madison and this hotel is a wonderful place to stay. The staff is amazing. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. It was really nice the pool was still open and clean. It is very convenient to shops, restaurants and the river. They have a shuttle that takes whatever you want and picks you up.

10

Jeremiah

15 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place with a great porch to sit on and watch the river. Very clean and nicely landscaped. After being in the neat town for a few days i would still pick this hotel over the other options just for the view and porch and rocking chairs. The roll up window coverings are horrible though, they need some nice wood blinds, curtains or some other option.

10

Carl

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The shuttle service they provided was great! All of the staff was knowledgeable and went out of their way to make sure all of our needs were met. Definitely will stay there again.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe rooms and grounds as very clean, with a few calling them immaculate. A small number mention issues like dampness or a bug intrusion.

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Christopher E.

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A clean room and comfortable bed. We were in the Poolhouse so think of a tight European room with cinder block walls. If we had stayed more than one night then I would have been more concerned with the tighness and austerity of the room.

10

John

28 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Absolutely wonderful experience all week end for the Vintage Hydroplane Event. The owner Chad and staff are so welcoming and helpful , immaculate room, pool and facility. Fantastic location! I definitely have a new favorite vacation spot. ;-)

10

Valerie

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great little hotel with a retro river boat vibe. The view of the river is beautiful, the outdoor patios are great for relaxing, room was spacious and clean and the staff very friendly and welcoming.

10

Matthew

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smallish room, but clean and nice for a night.

10

Kirt

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and property. Rooms are clean and well equipped. View of Ohio River was awesome. Very relaxing place to stay and staff was super friendly. Highly recommended. We booked our future room before we left!

10

Melissa

17 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are clean. The view is beautiful. Walkable to downtown and restaurants. They have shuttle service available. Live music on the patio. We will definitely be back.

10

William

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a jewel. We love the town of Madison and this hotel is a wonderful place to stay. The staff is amazing. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. It was really nice the pool was still open and clean. It is very convenient to shops, restaurants and the river. They have a shuttle that takes whatever you want and picks you up.

10

Bryan

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

great inn to stay, very clean, staff is very nice and knowledgeable. i will definitely stay again when I'm there in a few weeks.

10

Wayne

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean.

6

Mary

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a very clean room and restroom. We found it to be very damp in the room. The sheets and comforter on the bed were very damp. The location and views from the hotel were beautiful.

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Rooms

Many rooms are compact or basic, though some are spacious; river views and comfortable beds are common.

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Christopher E.

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A clean room and comfortable bed. We were in the Poolhouse so think of a tight European room with cinder block walls. If we had stayed more than one night then I would have been more concerned with the tighness and austerity of the room.

8

Don

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are bit small, but overall a nice place to stay with a river view.

10

Natashia

2 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This beautiful, older-style property offers stunning views of the river and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Located near walking trails and a park, it’s also just minutes from town, giving you easy access to everything this quaint area has to offer. We especially enjoyed spending the evening at the on-site bar and relaxing on the multi-level patio while taking in the scenic surroundings. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end road, there’s no through traffic—just peace and quiet. Check-in was a breeze, thanks to Sam, who was incredibly friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. As a local, she shared some great recommendations for places to visit during our stay. The room was simple and no-frills, but had everything we needed for a comfortable night’s rest—including a super comfy king-size memory foam bed and a clean shower. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for charm, tranquility, and local hospitality!

8

Ruby

12 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was good, staff was very friendly, and the room quiet. Small, but very clean with fluffy pillows, a good mattress, and a cold frig.

10

Valerie

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great little hotel with a retro river boat vibe. The view of the river is beautiful, the outdoor patios are great for relaxing, room was spacious and clean and the staff very friendly and welcoming.

10

Matthew

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smallish room, but clean and nice for a night.

10

Frank

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great view of the river, great staff!

10

Misty

4 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was easy. Staff was very friendly. Room was spacious and clean. Beautiful view of the river

10

Jeremiah

15 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place with a great porch to sit on and watch the river. Very clean and nicely landscaped. After being in the neat town for a few days i would still pick this hotel over the other options just for the view and porch and rocking chairs. The roll up window coverings are horrible though, they need some nice wood blinds, curtains or some other option.

8

thomas

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are very small. Great shower!

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, and check-in is easy. A few reviews report limited overnight availability or information gaps at the desk.

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Rebecca

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great experience. The staff was super friendly and helpful.

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Dwight

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Doors were locked. No one answered the phone. We had to stay at a different hotel.

10

Kirt

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and property. Rooms are clean and well equipped. View of Ohio River was awesome. Very relaxing place to stay and staff was super friendly. Highly recommended. We booked our future room before we left!

10

Kelly

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ally was so accommodating and so sweet. Very knowledgeable of the area.

10

Theresa

29 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place was amazing with beautiful views and charming artwork. The staff that we had the pleasure of meeting were incredible, especially Zach. He has to be one of the most pleasant young men I have met in my very long life. He truly brings joy to everyone he interacts with. Cannot wait to meet the owners on our next trip. We will be back when the weather is warm enough to truly enjoy the experience.

10

Deanna

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We love this Inn. This was our second visit, but I won't book through Expedia again. The rate was much higher than if we had booked direct. The people at the Inn are very nice and personable and there is a nice little bar in the lobby with outdoor seating. The rooms are clean and decorated nicely. Thank you for another nice visit.

8

Richard

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a basic hotel, nothing exceptional about it. When I arrived, I was met by two young ladies at the desk, one possibly being trained, who were friendly, but failed to provide me a Wi-fi password, that later required another trip to the front desk to retrieve one as I found the room had no telephone. This also did away with the chance of an Early Wake-up Call the next morning. My room front door also had a gap underneath it, so large that sunlight could easily be seen. If this had been an internal room hotel, I could understand it. But, because of this, the next morning my room floor had seven or eight beetle type bugs roaming around by the bed area. For the price, I expected more and unless no other options are available, wouldn't return to this provider.

10

Carl

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The shuttle service they provided was great! All of the staff was knowledgeable and went out of their way to make sure all of our needs were met. Definitely will stay there again.

10

Dusty

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property was fabulous. Amazing deck, rooms were clean and updated. Amenities (bar, breakfast, etc) were great. The only complaint that I have is that there doesn't seem to be staff onsite overnight as we were woken up at 2:30am by people screaming and yelling in an obvious fight right outside our door and no staff to be found and the front desk lobby was locked. Still giving 5 stars because the fight was not their fault.

10

Daniel

17 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was great, offered a wonderful view and the staff at the hotel were fantastic! Definitely recommend!!

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Location

Scenic riverfront setting with easy access to downtown, shops, restaurants, and walking areas. Many appreciate relaxing views from the property.

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10

Kadra

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and great view. The staff was amazing. Zack was fantastic. Music Friday night was really good. Very close to shopping and dining. Will definitely be back

10

Natashia

2 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This beautiful, older-style property offers stunning views of the river and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Located near walking trails and a park, it’s also just minutes from town, giving you easy access to everything this quaint area has to offer. We especially enjoyed spending the evening at the on-site bar and relaxing on the multi-level patio while taking in the scenic surroundings. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end road, there’s no through traffic—just peace and quiet. Check-in was a breeze, thanks to Sam, who was incredibly friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. As a local, she shared some great recommendations for places to visit during our stay. The room was simple and no-frills, but had everything we needed for a comfortable night’s rest—including a super comfy king-size memory foam bed and a clean shower. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for charm, tranquility, and local hospitality!

10

Cecie

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We have been staying at the riverboat inn for over 40 years. It is a beautiful hotel and the views of the Ohio River are superb!

10

Gary

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, property, and staff.

10

Bradley

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great view, relaxing time

10

Daniel

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed relaxing during the week on the Ohio River. Spacious clean room Great AC Good breakfast Plenty of parking Nice walks in the area

10

Kirt

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and property. Rooms are clean and well equipped. View of Ohio River was awesome. Very relaxing place to stay and staff was super friendly. Highly recommended. We booked our future room before we left!

10

Melissa

17 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are clean. The view is beautiful. Walkable to downtown and restaurants. They have shuttle service available. Live music on the patio. We will definitely be back.

10

Angelette

5 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Such an awesome view of the Ohio River, very nice place and staff..wish I could have stayed longer! Close to downtown shopping and eats!!

10

DAVID

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room and friendly staff. Beautiful outdoor area and deck. Nice view of the river and bridge. Great weekend getaway, lots to do and see in town. We will be back!

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Dining

There is an on-site bar and occasional food offerings, and some guests enjoyed the food and drinks. Breakfast feedback is mixed, with several noting limited options or late service, while others found it adequate.

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GARY and GALE

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pleasant staff, breakfast very poor

10

Natashia

2 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This beautiful, older-style property offers stunning views of the river and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Located near walking trails and a park, it’s also just minutes from town, giving you easy access to everything this quaint area has to offer. We especially enjoyed spending the evening at the on-site bar and relaxing on the multi-level patio while taking in the scenic surroundings. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end road, there’s no through traffic—just peace and quiet. Check-in was a breeze, thanks to Sam, who was incredibly friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. As a local, she shared some great recommendations for places to visit during our stay. The room was simple and no-frills, but had everything we needed for a comfortable night’s rest—including a super comfy king-size memory foam bed and a clean shower. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for charm, tranquility, and local hospitality!

10

Allene

21 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quaint hotel that was clean, staff was friendly and wonderful views of the Ohio River...we stayed on a Friday night and they have a great seating area with magical views of the Ohio River and live music! They also had a nice bar and a food truck...lots of fun and will be back!

6

Dana

10 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fun to be right along the Ohio River, close to river walk and historic buildings. Room wasn't as nice as we expected, clean but bathroom was small and cramped. Breakfast was pretty limited.

8

Keith

10 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly staff. Evening entertainment. Food on-site.

10

Charles

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great food, drink and atmosphere. Table was a little unbalanced. Finished empty plates left on table little too long. Food was perfect.

10

Daniel

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed relaxing during the week on the Ohio River. Spacious clean room Great AC Good breakfast Plenty of parking Nice walks in the area

8

Theresa

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was small but still decent. Cute decor. Several options for the continental breakfast.

10

William

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a jewel. We love the town of Madison and this hotel is a wonderful place to stay. The staff is amazing. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. It was really nice the pool was still open and clean. It is very convenient to shops, restaurants and the river. They have a shuttle that takes whatever you want and picks you up.

8

Pat

8 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only complaint was they said free breakfast and starts at 7am. 710 no one there for breakfast. Some guy finally came and made coffee for us but we had to leave so didn’t get breakfast. I even mentioned to staff the night before we had to leave early.

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				1 $147	2	3 $413
4 $185	5 $147	6 $147	7 $147	8 $150	9 $163	10
11 $147	12 $147	13 $147	14 $147	15 $147	16 $160	17 $164
18 $119	19 $119	20 $119	21 $116	22 $119	23 $127	24 $127
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Riverboat Inn & Suites

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View

Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Resort View

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed, River View

Comfort Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

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