Governor's Mansion Inn
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US$201
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About this property
With a stay at Governor's Mansion Inn, you'll be centrally located in Madison, within a 5-minute drive of University of Wisconsin-Madison and Camp Randall Stadium. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Alliant Energy Center and ...
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Limited parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Location
With a stay at Governor's Mansion Inn, you'll be centrally located in Madison, within a 5-minute drive of University of Wisconsin-Madison and Camp Randall Stadium. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Alliant Energy Center and 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from East Towne Mall.
What's nearby
Lake Mendota(0.1 Miles)
Madison Children's Museum(0.3 Miles)
Capitol Square(0.3 Miles)
James Madison Beach(0.3 Miles)
State Street Shopping(0.4 Miles)
Dane County Farmers' Market(0.4 Miles)
Wisconsin Veterans Museum(0.5 Miles)
Downtown Madison Visitor Center(0.5 Miles)
Wisconsin State Capitol(0.5 Miles)
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art(0.5 Miles)
Wisconsin Historical Museum(0.5 Miles)
Overture Center for the Arts(0.5 Miles)
Orpheum Theater(0.5 Miles)
Madison Public Library(0.5 Miles)
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center(0.7 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)(4.9 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Express check-in/check-out
Free breakfast
Parking (Limited)
Parking (Off-street)
Outdoor Furniture
Location
130 E. Gilman St, Downtown Madison, Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Lake Mendota (0.1 Miles)
Madison Children's Museum (0.3 Miles)
Capitol Square (0.3 Miles)
James Madison Beach (0.3 Miles)
State Street Shopping (0.4 Miles)
Dane County Farmers' Market (0.4 Miles)
Room options
3
Signature Studio Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Economy Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Signature Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Standard Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Governor's Mansion Inn
9.3
Superb
Based on 198 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Governor's Mansion Inn, guests highlight its historic charm and walkable location near the Capitol and lake, comfortable rooms, and a simple continental breakfast that many enjoy, though some would prefer more variety.
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At Governor's Mansion Inn, guests highlight its historic charm and walkable location near the Capitol and lake, comfortable rooms, and a simple continental breakfast that many enjoy, though some would prefer more variety.
Most describe the property and bathrooms as very clean, with occasional housekeeping or minor maintenance lapses noted. Room experiences vary—from small or cozy spaces to very spacious suites—with some noise from creaky floors or morning activity near the kitchen. Service is largely contactless and efficient, though limited staff presence and occasional access-code confusion are mentioned. Expect a charming, low-frills, historic stay in a prime Madison location.
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Facilities
Onsite parking is available, and the historic building does not have an elevator; overall amenities are simple.
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Crystal
22 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We would definitely come back because of the check in and out, very clean and location. We were impressed we the size of the room. The bathroom seemed new and the water pressure was great. The whole place is so beautiful. There is access to the lake and you’re near a public beach. Loved our stay
We would definitely come back because of the check in and out, very clean and location. We were impressed we the size of the room. The bathroom seemed new and the water pressure was great. The whole place is so beautiful. There is access to the lake and you’re near a public beach. Loved our stay
10
Beth
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Convenient parking onsite. View of the lake was a bonus and breakfast was yummy. We would stay here again and again!
Great location. Convenient parking onsite. View of the lake was a bonus and breakfast was yummy. We would stay here again and again!
10
Michael
13 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice property, lots of space to work and socialize on ground floor. Comfortable rooms. Nice continental breakfast included. Only a few blocks walk to Capital, and a block or so to Lake.
Nice property, lots of space to work and socialize on ground floor. Comfortable rooms. Nice continental breakfast included. Only a few blocks walk to Capital, and a block or so to Lake.
10
Heather
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
10
Pamela
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was just what we needed and the best part was the private porch with lake view. I’ll definitely be back soon!
Our room was just what we needed and the best part was the private porch with lake view. I’ll definitely be back soon!
10
Paul
3 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Vintage mansion that housed the governers of Wisconsin from the 1800s through the 1850s. The location on Mansion Hill with a view of the lake is very nice. We walked to the capitol area for dining it's about 5 blocks for dining. The Inn has modern heating and air-conditioning but no elevator and vintage bathroom fixtures. The bed was comfortable, the room light and airy with high ceilings. It's the kind of place that travellers who like vintage, like me, would enjoy.
Vintage mansion that housed the governers of Wisconsin from the 1800s through the 1850s. The location on Mansion Hill with a view of the lake is very nice. We walked to the capitol area for dining it's about 5 blocks for dining. The Inn has modern heating and air-conditioning but no elevator and vintage bathroom fixtures. The bed was comfortable, the room light and airy with high ceilings. It's the kind of place that travellers who like vintage, like me, would enjoy.
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Cleanliness
Most guests describe rooms and bathrooms as very clean. A few noted housekeeping or maintenance lapses, such as stray hairs, dust under beds, or minor repairs.
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10
Hyung Chul
26 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was self check-in room. Smooth check-in process and instruction. Room was very spacious and clean. Happy to stay again if I visit Madison in the future
It was self check-in room. Smooth check-in process and instruction. Room was very spacious and clean. Happy to stay again if I visit Madison in the future
8
Janice
29 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The scone & coffee were VERY good! The bed was comfortable!(201) The bathroom had missing tile & the armoire was broken. The room was clean.
The scone & coffee were VERY good! The bed was comfortable!(201) The bathroom had missing tile & the armoire was broken. The room was clean.
10
Mary
14 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
10
lois
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean. Only saw staff at breakfast. He was very attentive.
Very clean. Only saw staff at breakfast. He was very attentive.
10
Isaac
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Amazing and gorgeous place to stay. The rooms were comfy and clean, and the space is marvelously well restored. Staying in such a historic building is also such a privilege! My only comment would be the breakfast. It has a fairly limited menu (just bagels, scones, coffee) with very few "filling" options. I would've appreciated at least some cereal. I'm more than happy bringing my own food when I stay somewhere, but my room also didn't have a fridge and there isn't a public fridge, so I had nowhere to store perishables.
Amazing and gorgeous place to stay. The rooms were comfy and clean, and the space is marvelously well restored. Staying in such a historic building is also such a privilege! My only comment would be the breakfast. It has a fairly limited menu (just bagels, scones, coffee) with very few "filling" options. I would've appreciated at least some cereal. I'm more than happy bringing my own food when I stay somewhere, but my room also didn't have a fridge and there isn't a public fridge, so I had nowhere to store perishables.
6
Dennis
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is very clean. But it is quite noisy due to old wood floor. The room we got is really small and is not the same as picture shown when booked.
This hotel is very clean. But it is quite noisy due to old wood floor. The room we got is really small and is not the same as picture shown when booked.
10
Triona
10 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Happy to support small independent inn. Beautifully decorated, great location, easy access, spotlessly clean. Will stay again
Happy to support small independent inn. Beautifully decorated, great location, easy access, spotlessly clean. Will stay again
10
Heather
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
10
william
17 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place. Clean room and super quaint, albeit little scary being in almost 200 year old mansion;) Morning breakfast was great too.
Great place. Clean room and super quaint, albeit little scary being in almost 200 year old mansion;) Morning breakfast was great too.
4
Richard
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Hi. My daughter and I checked in here for her college move in. I was given a code and room number which was fine and we entered our room no problem. However, I have to write to say the room was not as clean as we'd hoped for. There were hairs on our pillow cases - the sheets had been cleaned but a long hair was still on there. Also, my daughter looked under the bed and she said it was so dirty. I'm sorry, I don't like giving bad reviews but my daughter didn't want to stay there so we immediately checked out and went to the Hilton Garden Inn. I had paid in full a while back so I knew I would not get a refund nor did I even try to email the owners. Also the chandelier above our bed was hanging out of the ceiling by its wires. Another reason why we didn't stay. Sorry for the review but I wanted to be honest.
Hi. My daughter and I checked in here for her college move in. I was given a code and room number which was fine and we entered our room no problem. However, I have to write to say the room was not as clean as we'd hoped for. There were hairs on our pillow cases - the sheets had been cleaned but a long hair was still on there. Also, my daughter looked under the bed and she said it was so dirty. I'm sorry, I don't like giving bad reviews but my daughter didn't want to stay there so we immediately checked out and went to the Hilton Garden Inn. I had paid in full a while back so I knew I would not get a refund nor did I even try to email the owners. Also the chandelier above our bed was hanging out of the ceiling by its wires. Another reason why we didn't stay. Sorry for the review but I wanted to be honest.
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Rooms
Beds are widely praised as comfortable, and the historic decor adds character. Room experiences vary—from small or cozy spaces to very spacious suites—with some noise reported from creaky floors or morning activity near the kitchen.
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10
Isaac
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Amazing and gorgeous place to stay. The rooms were comfy and clean, and the space is marvelously well restored. Staying in such a historic building is also such a privilege! My only comment would be the breakfast. It has a fairly limited menu (just bagels, scones, coffee) with very few "filling" options. I would've appreciated at least some cereal. I'm more than happy bringing my own food when I stay somewhere, but my room also didn't have a fridge and there isn't a public fridge, so I had nowhere to store perishables.
Amazing and gorgeous place to stay. The rooms were comfy and clean, and the space is marvelously well restored. Staying in such a historic building is also such a privilege! My only comment would be the breakfast. It has a fairly limited menu (just bagels, scones, coffee) with very few "filling" options. I would've appreciated at least some cereal. I'm more than happy bringing my own food when I stay somewhere, but my room also didn't have a fridge and there isn't a public fridge, so I had nowhere to store perishables.
10
Jenna
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was a little small and doesn’t include a mini fridge or microwave, but every other amenity makes it such an amazing place! I would definitely return and stay here again.
The room was a little small and doesn’t include a mini fridge or microwave, but every other amenity makes it such an amazing place! I would definitely return and stay here again.
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Dennis
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is very clean. But it is quite noisy due to old wood floor. The room we got is really small and is not the same as picture shown when booked.
This hotel is very clean. But it is quite noisy due to old wood floor. The room we got is really small and is not the same as picture shown when booked.
10
Carrie
17 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
An absolutely beautiful inn. The room was so comfortable…fabulous bed, modern bathroom, quiet. The inn is gorgeous with a fabulous location on the lake. Will definitely be staying there again!
An absolutely beautiful inn. The room was so comfortable…fabulous bed, modern bathroom, quiet. The inn is gorgeous with a fabulous location on the lake. Will definitely be staying there again!
10
Daniel
4 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I stayed in the Garden Studio, which has a private entrance on the back side of the house. The pictures of the suite don't do justice to how large it is; it's probably 900 square feet, including a large bathroom, a kitchenette, a 4-seat table, and a couch area with TV. The king-size bed was wonderful and I slept very well. There is a slight amount of morning noise coming from upstairs but I think it's just the staff putting out the breakfast. I observed no noise whatsoever after dark.
I stayed in the Garden Studio, which has a private entrance on the back side of the house. The pictures of the suite don't do justice to how large it is; it's probably 900 square feet, including a large bathroom, a kitchenette, a 4-seat table, and a couch area with TV. The king-size bed was wonderful and I slept very well. There is a slight amount of morning noise coming from upstairs but I think it's just the staff putting out the breakfast. I observed no noise whatsoever after dark.
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Jeffrey
5 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This property should be avoided. There's no TV, unless you have a ROKU account, which was never communicated in any of their information. The security alarm went off numerous times which was irritating. Mattress sloped heavily on one side of the bed. Not a pleasant experience.
This property should be avoided. There's no TV, unless you have a ROKU account, which was never communicated in any of their information. The security alarm went off numerous times which was irritating. Mattress sloped heavily on one side of the bed. Not a pleasant experience.
10
Heather
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
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Kim
26 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
First floor room next to kitchen was very very loud. I was woken up several times by the guests or cleaning staff in the room above us anytime they walked around and then the kitchen staff in the morning.
First floor room next to kitchen was very very loud. I was woken up several times by the guests or cleaning staff in the room above us anytime they walked around and then the kitchen staff in the morning.
10
Pamela
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was just what we needed and the best part was the private porch with lake view. I’ll definitely be back soon!
Our room was just what we needed and the best part was the private porch with lake view. I’ll definitely be back soon!
10
Paul
3 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Vintage mansion that housed the governers of Wisconsin from the 1800s through the 1850s. The location on Mansion Hill with a view of the lake is very nice. We walked to the capitol area for dining it's about 5 blocks for dining. The Inn has modern heating and air-conditioning but no elevator and vintage bathroom fixtures. The bed was comfortable, the room light and airy with high ceilings. It's the kind of place that travellers who like vintage, like me, would enjoy.
Vintage mansion that housed the governers of Wisconsin from the 1800s through the 1850s. The location on Mansion Hill with a view of the lake is very nice. We walked to the capitol area for dining it's about 5 blocks for dining. The Inn has modern heating and air-conditioning but no elevator and vintage bathroom fixtures. The bed was comfortable, the room light and airy with high ceilings. It's the kind of place that travellers who like vintage, like me, would enjoy.
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Service
Contactless, code-based check-in is generally smooth and well-communicated, and staff interactions when present are pleasant. Some guests encountered incomplete entry instructions, limited onsite assistance, or disruptive alarms.
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Mary
14 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
10
lois
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean. Only saw staff at breakfast. He was very attentive.
Very clean. Only saw staff at breakfast. He was very attentive.
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Mylan
17 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Who says you can’t experience 19th century charm and history in the 21st century?😊 Splendidly & tastefully restored, we experienced an easy yet secure check in process that was **faster** than even a Hilton or Marriott with their fancy smartphone check in process!
Who says you can’t experience 19th century charm and history in the 21st century?😊 Splendidly & tastefully restored, we experienced an easy yet secure check in process that was **faster** than even a Hilton or Marriott with their fancy smartphone check in process!
10
Mark
18 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Unique setting and facility. Very quiet and laid back. Pleasant staff. Loved it.
Unique setting and facility. Very quiet and laid back. Pleasant staff. Loved it.
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Scott
2 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a really cool property. The information received on how to use the door code was not complete so as a result it was a little irritating getting in to the room the first couple of times. It was contactless check in so we did not interact with a soul for that portion of the stay so the door code issue may have been a little easier with some actual contact.
It was a really cool property. The information received on how to use the door code was not complete so as a result it was a little irritating getting in to the room the first couple of times. It was contactless check in so we did not interact with a soul for that portion of the stay so the door code issue may have been a little easier with some actual contact.
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Liann
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I had a last-minute trip to Madison. This hotel was near where my friend’s wedding was. It’s completely charming. The house is great, reminded me of a sorority house from college. It’s pretty much a self service place, but the room was comfortable, location was fantastic. If you’re not looking for any special frills, this place does the trick.
I had a last-minute trip to Madison. This hotel was near where my friend’s wedding was. It’s completely charming. The house is great, reminded me of a sorority house from college. It’s pretty much a self service place, but the room was comfortable, location was fantastic. If you’re not looking for any special frills, this place does the trick.
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Kinnan
20 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Easy to book online, door code to get in.
Easy to book online, door code to get in.
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Jeffrey
5 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This property should be avoided. There's no TV, unless you have a ROKU account, which was never communicated in any of their information. The security alarm went off numerous times which was irritating. Mattress sloped heavily on one side of the bed. Not a pleasant experience.
This property should be avoided. There's no TV, unless you have a ROKU account, which was never communicated in any of their information. The security alarm went off numerous times which was irritating. Mattress sloped heavily on one side of the bed. Not a pleasant experience.
10
Heather
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
10
Erin
26 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy contactless check in. Love the keypads on the front door and room door.
Easy contactless check in. Love the keypads on the front door and room door.
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Location
Walkable to the Capitol, downtown dining, campus, and Lake Mendota; many appreciate the quiet, scenic setting and easy access to attractions.
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Leslie
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect for our one night stay. We walked to dinner and the the Overture Center. The mansion has so much character. My husbad did feel the bed was lobsided. My side was fine. Scones and coffee were great!
Perfect for our one night stay. We walked to dinner and the the Overture Center. The mansion has so much character. My husbad did feel the bed was lobsided. My side was fine. Scones and coffee were great!
10
Carrie
17 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
An absolutely beautiful inn. The room was so comfortable…fabulous bed, modern bathroom, quiet. The inn is gorgeous with a fabulous location on the lake. Will definitely be staying there again!
An absolutely beautiful inn. The room was so comfortable…fabulous bed, modern bathroom, quiet. The inn is gorgeous with a fabulous location on the lake. Will definitely be staying there again!
10
Beth
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Convenient parking onsite. View of the lake was a bonus and breakfast was yummy. We would stay here again and again!
Great location. Convenient parking onsite. View of the lake was a bonus and breakfast was yummy. We would stay here again and again!
10
Michael
13 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice property, lots of space to work and socialize on ground floor. Comfortable rooms. Nice continental breakfast included. Only a few blocks walk to Capital, and a block or so to Lake.
Nice property, lots of space to work and socialize on ground floor. Comfortable rooms. Nice continental breakfast included. Only a few blocks walk to Capital, and a block or so to Lake.
10
Steven
19 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice location; close to lake and downtown Madison.
Nice location; close to lake and downtown Madison.
10
Karen
14 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. In walking distance of many attractions
Great location. In walking distance of many attractions
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Eric
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A beautiful old manor in a lovely part of town. We loved the proximity to downtown and the waterfront.
A beautiful old manor in a lovely part of town. We loved the proximity to downtown and the waterfront.
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Paul
3 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Vintage mansion that housed the governers of Wisconsin from the 1800s through the 1850s. The location on Mansion Hill with a view of the lake is very nice. We walked to the capitol area for dining it's about 5 blocks for dining. The Inn has modern heating and air-conditioning but no elevator and vintage bathroom fixtures. The bed was comfortable, the room light and airy with high ceilings. It's the kind of place that travellers who like vintage, like me, would enjoy.
Vintage mansion that housed the governers of Wisconsin from the 1800s through the 1850s. The location on Mansion Hill with a view of the lake is very nice. We walked to the capitol area for dining it's about 5 blocks for dining. The Inn has modern heating and air-conditioning but no elevator and vintage bathroom fixtures. The bed was comfortable, the room light and airy with high ceilings. It's the kind of place that travellers who like vintage, like me, would enjoy.
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Lewis
16 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a historic building. Formerly the actual Governor’s Mansion. So the room had a historic feel. More expensive than the usual stay, like a Days Inn, but worth it. Halt the price of where I often stay, Madison Concourse. It is within walking distance of the Capital Building and a ton of great restaurants! Will definitely return!
This is a historic building. Formerly the actual Governor’s Mansion. So the room had a historic feel. More expensive than the usual stay, like a Days Inn, but worth it. Halt the price of where I often stay, Madison Concourse. It is within walking distance of the Capital Building and a ton of great restaurants! Will definitely return!
10
Shannon
12 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ideal location, excellent accommodations, and historic charm. Plus, delicious scones every morning!
Ideal location, excellent accommodations, and historic charm. Plus, delicious scones every morning!
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Dining
A simple continental breakfast—often scones, bagels, fruit, and coffee—is frequently praised for taste. Some guests would like more variety or protein options.
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Mary
14 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
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Leslie
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect for our one night stay. We walked to dinner and the the Overture Center. The mansion has so much character. My husbad did feel the bed was lobsided. My side was fine. Scones and coffee were great!
Perfect for our one night stay. We walked to dinner and the the Overture Center. The mansion has so much character. My husbad did feel the bed was lobsided. My side was fine. Scones and coffee were great!
10
Isaac
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Amazing and gorgeous place to stay. The rooms were comfy and clean, and the space is marvelously well restored. Staying in such a historic building is also such a privilege! My only comment would be the breakfast. It has a fairly limited menu (just bagels, scones, coffee) with very few "filling" options. I would've appreciated at least some cereal. I'm more than happy bringing my own food when I stay somewhere, but my room also didn't have a fridge and there isn't a public fridge, so I had nowhere to store perishables.
Amazing and gorgeous place to stay. The rooms were comfy and clean, and the space is marvelously well restored. Staying in such a historic building is also such a privilege! My only comment would be the breakfast. It has a fairly limited menu (just bagels, scones, coffee) with very few "filling" options. I would've appreciated at least some cereal. I'm more than happy bringing my own food when I stay somewhere, but my room also didn't have a fridge and there isn't a public fridge, so I had nowhere to store perishables.
10
Beth
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Convenient parking onsite. View of the lake was a bonus and breakfast was yummy. We would stay here again and again!
Great location. Convenient parking onsite. View of the lake was a bonus and breakfast was yummy. We would stay here again and again!
10
Shellie
7 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My daughter and I had such a great stay at this beautiful and unique inn! Lovely room, wonderful breakfast, great location close to campus. Highly recommend!
My daughter and I had such a great stay at this beautiful and unique inn! Lovely room, wonderful breakfast, great location close to campus. Highly recommend!
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Heather
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
The room on the first floor was small but cozy. The host communicated well how to enter the property and the room. The beds were very comfortable. It was nice to be able to control the temperature in the room. The bathroom was extremely clean. There were no chairs in the room but there was a small bench. Breakfast included scones, fruit and bagels, as well as coffee. Delicious! There is parking in the premise. I highly recommend staying here.
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Erica
1 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully maintained at the Governor's Mansion Inn! Next time we will book for a larger bed. Very clean. Breakfast bagels were delicious. May I suggest hard boiled eggs to go with breakfast? Great location. Only issue was the light coming from the hallway lamp outside our room was a bit bright and light coming into the room was disturbing sleep.
Beautifully maintained at the Governor's Mansion Inn! Next time we will book for a larger bed. Very clean. Breakfast bagels were delicious. May I suggest hard boiled eggs to go with breakfast? Great location. Only issue was the light coming from the hallway lamp outside our room was a bit bright and light coming into the room was disturbing sleep.
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william
17 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place. Clean room and super quaint, albeit little scary being in almost 200 year old mansion;) Morning breakfast was great too.
Great place. Clean room and super quaint, albeit little scary being in almost 200 year old mansion;) Morning breakfast was great too.
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cathy
12 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The fact that several governors had actually previously lived on the property was fascinating. The downstairs rooms were very spacious and intriguing. The breakfast had a nice variety of items to choose from and the coffee was good!
The fact that several governors had actually previously lived on the property was fascinating. The downstairs rooms were very spacious and intriguing. The breakfast had a nice variety of items to choose from and the coffee was good!
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Shannon
12 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ideal location, excellent accommodations, and historic charm. Plus, delicious scones every morning!
Ideal location, excellent accommodations, and historic charm. Plus, delicious scones every morning!
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John B
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Interesting place great location. Light breakfast was good.
Interesting place great location. Light breakfast was good.
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Lauren
24 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Charming, beautiful property! Room was clean and had everything we needed for one night. The walk to the Kohl Center was about a mile and easy to navigate after our event there.
Charming, beautiful property! Room was clean and had everything we needed for one night. The walk to the Kohl Center was about a mile and easy to navigate after our event there.
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Anneli
20 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location and charming house even though dated. Note that the property has no personnel (code for entry etc). The A/C was broken but the rooms had a window unit (the was loud and not efficient enough to keep the room at comfortable temperature)
Good location and charming house even though dated. Note that the property has no personnel (code for entry etc). The A/C was broken but the rooms had a window unit (the was loud and not efficient enough to keep the room at comfortable temperature)
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Leon
1 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The Garden Suite had a great view, the room was spacious, clean and excellent amenities.
The Garden Suite had a great view, the room was spacious, clean and excellent amenities.
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Melanie
1 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very cute. Coffee maker in room would be great!
Very cute. Coffee maker in room would be great!
FAQs about Governor's Mansion Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Limited off-street parking is available on-site. No reservation is required.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair-accessible parking and facilities. There are step-free entrances, and some public areas are wheelchair accessible.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Madison, within a 5-minute drive of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Camp Randall Stadium. It is 0.1 miles from Lake Mendota and approximately 4.9 miles from Dane County Regional Airport.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are welcome at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
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- 2026-11-03: 199.91836758096315USD
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- 2026-11-11: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-11-12: 188.54147160818482USD
- 2026-11-13: 291.38006359936526USD
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- 2026-11-18: 188.43437149273683USD
- 2026-11-19: 188.54147160818482USD
- 2026-11-20: 234.24781481167605USD
- 2026-11-21: 234.39008212921144USD
- 2026-11-22: 200.08995223718264USD
- 2026-11-23: 188.4951148417969USD
- 2026-11-24: 188.54147160818482USD
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- 2026-11-29: 201.07757583274844USD
- 2026-11-30: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-01: 189.56565685002138USD
- 2026-12-02: 188.43437149273683USD
- 2026-12-03: 189.58771287570192USD
- 2026-12-04: 212.43773847532657USD
- 2026-12-05: 212.43773847532657USD
- 2026-12-06: 189.58771287570192USD
- 2026-12-07: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-08: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-09: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-10: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-11: 235.54716470388797USD
- 2026-12-12: 235.54716470388797USD
- 2026-12-13: 188.54147160818482USD
- 2026-12-14: 188.54147160818482USD
- 2026-12-15: 188.89105196278382USD
- 2026-12-16: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-17: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-18: 211.2744829343262USD
- 2026-12-19: 212.43773847532657USD
- 2026-12-20: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-21: 188.5521340045624USD
- 2026-12-22: 189.47187197598268USD
- 2026-12-23: 189.58771287570192USD
- 2026-12-24: 189.58771287570192USD
- 2026-12-25: 212.56743878979495USD
- 2026-12-26: 212.43773847532657USD
There is no front desk at this property. Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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Free wi-fi
Express check-in/check-out
Free breakfast
Parking (Limited)
Parking (Off-street)
Outdoor Furniture
General
Free breakfast
Smoke-Free Property
Walkway to Water
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking (Wheelchair Accessible)
Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking (Off-street)
Services
Express check-in/check-out
Activities
Outdoor Furniture
Internet
Free wi-fi