Holiday Inn Express and Suites Madison Central by IHG

–Excellent location - show map
+31 photos
Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

About this property

An indoor heated pool and a modern fitness centre are featured at this hotel in Madison. The University of Wisconsin Madison is 4 km away from the property. A flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi access are included in every room at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Madison Central. There is a refrigerator, microwave, and desk as well. There is a business centre with copy/fax services at the Madison Holiday Inn Express and Suites. There is a meeting room that can accommodate 50 people and free newspapers. Complimentary continental breakfast is offered each morning. This breakfast buffet has fresh juice, coffee, pastries, and cereal. Downtown Madison is 5 km away from the hotel. Henry Vilas Zoo is 9 minutes’ drive away. Aliant Energy Center and Olin Park on Lake Monona are within 15 minutes’ walk of the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms
Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

American

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room type
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2 large double beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Patricia
United States United States
“Breakfast was great and nice variety. Everything was very clean”
Felice
United States United States
“The manager and front desk customer service staff were AMAZING. My college daughter broke her leg and the staff couldn’t be more supportive and accommodating!They went above and beyond to help us!”
Tami
Canada Canada
“Great location, loved the breakfast, very clean, all staff were super friendly and accommodating!”
Christiane
Belgium Belgium
“Modern superclean hotel ,really very nice to stay at - got a grab & go bag with snack & bottle of water when we checked out 👍”
Fahad
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“The property/room was very clean. The hospitality of the staff was excellent.”
Amy
United States United States
“There were 2 employees at the front desk when we checked in during the 3 pm hour of Saturday, October 4, 2025, and BOTH of them were EXCELLENT! The employee taking care of the breakfast area in the 10 am hour of Sunday, October 5, 2025 was also...”
Mohammad
United States United States
“Clean and comfortable room, professional and helpful staff, very good breakfast.”
Russell
United States United States
“It has multiple amenities. Check in was quite efficient. The room was spacious as was the bathroom (suite). The beds were comfortable. The patio in the back was nice. The breakfast was your standard fare. There is plenty of seating. The parking is...”
Demian
Italy Italy
“Très belle chambre, buffet petit déjeuner exceptionnel, piscine et salle de sport de qualité, un personnel attentif et à l'écoute. Parking très pratique et gratuit. Hotel neuf et lumineux. A dix minutes du centre ville et très facile d'accès en...”
Caroline
France France
“Hotel US confortable, propre avec un bon petit déjeuner.”

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Madison Central by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests must be at least 21 years old to check-in at this property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.