Name: The James Madison Inn
Address: 260 W. Washington Street, Madison Historic District, Madison, Georgia, United States of America, Madison, Morgan County, US
Price range: $248–$596 per night
Rating: 9.4

What guests think

Across recent reviews, The James Madison Inn is praised for its charming, historic feel, spacious and comfortable rooms with features like fireplaces, and a walkable downtown location near restaurants and shops, with consistently friendly, attentive staff.

Many highlight the self-serve continental breakfast and small touches like cookies, though some found the food limited or the hot offerings and timing not ideal. A few mention street-facing rooms can pick up traffic noise and note occasional maintenance or amenity issues, such as dated TVs, a balky showerhead or dispenser, and iffy Wi‑Fi. Overall, it suits relaxed getaways in a historic small-town setting.

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10

Thomas

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel in a great area. Parking can be a bit scarce but great place to stay.

10

Heather

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I went as part of a girls’ weekend, and I felt like I was in in a luxurious piece of history with all of the amenities. It was absolutely delightful! I especially enjoyed the evening wine and the gas fireplace in the bedroom!

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe the property as very clean and well kept. A few note issues such as stained carpets or a clogged shower head.

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10

Allison

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely property. Rooms fab, and the town is delightful. Downside, the pump dispenser of shampoo in the shower did not work and actually thenother two weren't great either. Also, the breakfast is very limited and the carboard coffee cups leaked all over clothing. These points aside, the property is lovely and I would recommend.

10

Mark

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super place to stay. Beautiful inside and out. Clean and modern room. Staff is spectacular! Continental breakfast just right. Looking forward to returning.

10

John

Feb 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderfully clean, beautifully appointed rooms and common areas. Multiple dining venues are Easily walkable. Great staff in this historic hotel

10

BRIAN

May 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is very clean and spacious. It can be difficult to find a room that sleeps more than 4 people. The one down side is the suite is advertised as sleeping 5. However, that puts 3 people sleeping together in either the queen sofa pull out or the king bed. That was not an issue for us since our party included 3 siblings ages 6, 8, and 10. Yet, I could see it being an issue for many groups of 5 people or if the children were older. Maybe they have a roll away bed as an option. Overall, this is an excellent clean property with great customer service.

10

Christine

Apr 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Large rooms with southern charm. Very clean Very friendly staff. Stayed here for The Masters. Such a cool town. Definitely coming back

10

Deborah

Jan 13, 2023

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Stayed 19,369 nights

The staff was attentive, the rooms were spacious, comfortable, and clean. Easy walking to historic sites, and great restaurants.

10

Natalie

Apr 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was amazing. Comfortable. Clean. Loved every part of the experience. I will stay again!

10

robert

Feb 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The James Madison Inn has always been a great place to stay for my wife and me. The room is always comfortable clean and cozy. The staff are very friendly and the location is perfect for walking around historic Madison.

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John

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay for convenience, and the staff was friendly. There were some cleanliness issues (carpet stains, upholstery stains) and my shower head had quite a few nozzles clogged….kinda annoying since it was a rain shower type head. Wi-Fi was iffy in my room as well.

10

Denise

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Such an impressive place! Meticulously restored, immaculate and grand. One feels as if they are stepping back in time, but yet all the modern amenities are included. close to everything in the square. Can't wait to go back!

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious, charming, and comfortable, many with gas fireplaces, balconies, and pleasant views. Some report street noise in front-facing rooms and occasional issues like dated TVs, an uncomfortable bed, light leakage, or in-room features not working.

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Steve

Jun 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Two issues with our stay. First was a very uncomfortable mattress. Second, although the windows had blackout curtains the balcony door left outside light glaring in the room. Both of these things made it a long night an a beautiful hotel.

10

Craig

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel with great features in a perfect town! We enjoyed our mid-week stay and will come back again. Only inconvenience is that the room TV's and TV service are very dated and very confusing to use. Time for an update guys!

10

Christine

Apr 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Large rooms with southern charm. Very clean Very friendly staff. Stayed here for The Masters. Such a cool town. Definitely coming back

8

Bradley

Oct 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful place and lovely room. The only complaint was the noise from the main road (we were in Room 104). We will come back, but will request to be on the backside of the building.

10

ricky

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

About double the price of a normal room. But for that you get a room about double the size of a normal room, gas fireplace, and a shower that would hold 4 adults comfortably. Location was petfect, we did not have to move the truck all weekend. Everything is in walking distance of the motel. We were greated with fresh baked cookies and the continental breakfast was good and lasted until 11 (you can sleep in)They had sausage egg and cheese croissants, bacon egg and cheese on a roll that was very good. Yogurt, cereal, three or four different kinds of breakfast bars, fruit cups and real orange juice. Not the stuff that comes out of the machine labled orange juice. The front desk was very friendly and suggested places to eat and visit. I'm very frugal but this motel was worth it.

10

Thomas

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent option for before UGA game. Some of the rooms are a little noisy from traffic but very beautiful rooms, common areas, and surrounding area has plenty of dining options.

10

Jennifer

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved staying in this boutique hotel - walking distance to all the restaurants. The town is very quaint and charming! The hotel is decorated so nicely - the rooms are like walking into your own bedroom at home. Loved everything about our stay!

10

Melissa

Nov 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was one of my favorite places to stay, to date. The inn is fully renovated, but still has its original charm. My room had a gas fireplace (push button startup) and balcony overlooking the downtown and park. The bed and pillows were super comfy and I heard no hallway noise. There is plenty of boutique shopping within walking distance downtown. Although it was listed as a bed and breakfast, I wouldn’t call it that. They had cereal and toast and some microwaveable biscuits. All in all, I would absolutely stay here again.

10

Len

Apr 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great check in. Awesome room and view.

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Fred

Apr 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The JMadison is an older property that has been well taken care of. The rooms are spacious and updated, bathrooms are big and modern and everything is tastefully decorated. We walked 2 blocks to the charming downtown square and had lunch and shopped. An excellent restaurant is right across the alley and it was awesome. I would recommend Madison and especially the James Madison Inn to anyone looking for a weekend getaway. The town is beautiful and close to Athens, and Lake Oconee.

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Service

Staff are consistently friendly, welcoming, and attentive, with smooth check-in and proactive communication after hours. Guests also appreciated helpful local suggestions.

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Jan

Dec 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed Christmas Night. Staff contacted me several times to make sure I had the appropriate codes to get in after the office was closed. Rooms were very nicely furnished and had been updated. Conveniently located to the town square. Property is located across the street from Town 220 Restaurant! Excellent restaurant! Love this hotel and would recommend staying there.

10

Mark

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super place to stay. Beautiful inside and out. Clean and modern room. Staff is spectacular! Continental breakfast just right. Looking forward to returning.

10

John

Feb 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderfully clean, beautifully appointed rooms and common areas. Multiple dining venues are Easily walkable. Great staff in this historic hotel

10

Deborah

Jan 13, 2023

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Stayed 19,369 nights

The staff was attentive, the rooms were spacious, comfortable, and clean. Easy walking to historic sites, and great restaurants.

10

ricky

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

About double the price of a normal room. But for that you get a room about double the size of a normal room, gas fireplace, and a shower that would hold 4 adults comfortably. Location was petfect, we did not have to move the truck all weekend. Everything is in walking distance of the motel. We were greated with fresh baked cookies and the continental breakfast was good and lasted until 11 (you can sleep in)They had sausage egg and cheese croissants, bacon egg and cheese on a roll that was very good. Yogurt, cereal, three or four different kinds of breakfast bars, fruit cups and real orange juice. Not the stuff that comes out of the machine labled orange juice. The front desk was very friendly and suggested places to eat and visit. I'm very frugal but this motel was worth it.

10

Lenore

Feb 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room , the staff was very pleasant.

10

Malinda

Jan 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The service was fantastic

10

robert

Feb 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The James Madison Inn has always been a great place to stay for my wife and me. The room is always comfortable clean and cozy. The staff are very friendly and the location is perfect for walking around historic Madison.

10

Leneitra

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I absolutely adored the property! The welcoming, helpful, warm staff made the stay exceptional. I would definitely stay again and also recommend to others.

10

Peter

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

People accommodations and the staff and management were wonderful

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Location

Central, walkable location steps from the square, restaurants, and shops; many guests parked once and explored on foot. Convenient for area events and day trips.

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Jan

Dec 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed Christmas Night. Staff contacted me several times to make sure I had the appropriate codes to get in after the office was closed. Rooms were very nicely furnished and had been updated. Conveniently located to the town square. Property is located across the street from Town 220 Restaurant! Excellent restaurant! Love this hotel and would recommend staying there.

10

Dana

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

In the downtown- walkable to restaurants and shopping. Nice property.

10

jane

Mar 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is in a great location-walkable to everything.

10

Scott

Apr 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice rooms and property. Easy walk to dining options. Great stay.

10

Thomas

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel in a great area. Parking can be a bit scarce but great place to stay.

10

Jennifer

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved staying in this boutique hotel - walking distance to all the restaurants. The town is very quaint and charming! The hotel is decorated so nicely - the rooms are like walking into your own bedroom at home. Loved everything about our stay!

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Andrew

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If visiting Madison then I would recommend because it is convenient to downtown. Can park your car and walk everywhere.

10

james

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice boutique property with good restaurants nearby. Cute town.

10

Fred

Apr 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The JMadison is an older property that has been well taken care of. The rooms are spacious and updated, bathrooms are big and modern and everything is tastefully decorated. We walked 2 blocks to the charming downtown square and had lunch and shopped. An excellent restaurant is right across the alley and it was awesome. I would recommend Madison and especially the James Madison Inn to anyone looking for a weekend getaway. The town is beautiful and close to Athens, and Lake Oconee.

10

Denise

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Such an impressive place! Meticulously restored, immaculate and grand. One feels as if they are stepping back in time, but yet all the modern amenities are included. close to everything in the square. Can't wait to go back!

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Dining

Self-serve continental breakfast is mentioned often; some found it convenient or available early, while others considered it limited. Cookies are a popular touch, and one guest mentioned an evening wine offering.

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Allison

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely property. Rooms fab, and the town is delightful. Downside, the pump dispenser of shampoo in the shower did not work and actually thenother two weren't great either. Also, the breakfast is very limited and the carboard coffee cups leaked all over clothing. These points aside, the property is lovely and I would recommend.

10

Mark

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super place to stay. Beautiful inside and out. Clean and modern room. Staff is spectacular! Continental breakfast just right. Looking forward to returning.

10

AVA

Nov 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cozy fireplace, well-stocked array of self-serve breakfast items and beverages, easily accessible any hour, but hot breakfast food items only at 8-10 am, a bit later than we'd prefer.

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ricky

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

About double the price of a normal room. But for that you get a room about double the size of a normal room, gas fireplace, and a shower that would hold 4 adults comfortably. Location was petfect, we did not have to move the truck all weekend. Everything is in walking distance of the motel. We were greated with fresh baked cookies and the continental breakfast was good and lasted until 11 (you can sleep in)They had sausage egg and cheese croissants, bacon egg and cheese on a roll that was very good. Yogurt, cereal, three or four different kinds of breakfast bars, fruit cups and real orange juice. Not the stuff that comes out of the machine labled orange juice. The front desk was very friendly and suggested places to eat and visit. I'm very frugal but this motel was worth it.

10

Melissa

Nov 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was one of my favorite places to stay, to date. The inn is fully renovated, but still has its original charm. My room had a gas fireplace (push button startup) and balcony overlooking the downtown and park. The bed and pillows were super comfy and I heard no hallway noise. There is plenty of boutique shopping within walking distance downtown. Although it was listed as a bed and breakfast, I wouldn’t call it that. They had cereal and toast and some microwaveable biscuits. All in all, I would absolutely stay here again.

10

Stephen

Jul 4, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

A charming and comfortable surprise in Madison. Beautiful room and porch with easy light breakfast.

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Heather

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I went as part of a girls’ weekend, and I felt like I was in in a luxurious piece of history with all of the amenities. It was absolutely delightful! I especially enjoyed the evening wine and the gas fireplace in the bedroom!

10

Leanne

Apr 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We were there to attend the Master’s Golf Tournament. We loved that we could grab breakfast on site super early in the morning. Also, the cookies were a favorite! It was very homey and the room was adorable with the French doors on the bathroom area. We would definitely recommend this property and rent again when in town.

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				1 $248	2 $299	3 $299
4 $248	5 $248	6	7 $248	8 $248	9 $492	10
11 $248	12 $249	13 $248	14 $248	15 $248	16 $594	17 $596
18 $249	19 $249	20 $331	21 $248	22 $249	23 $492	24 $493
25 $248	26 $249	27 $248	28 $248	29 $249	30 $494	31 $492

The James Madison Inn

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