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Governor's Mansion Inn

2.5 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of University of Wisconsin-Madison

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In the heart of Madison, Governor's Mansion Inn offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a cozy coffee shop. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and unwind in the fresh air amidst outdoor furniture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (3)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Coffee shop/cafe

Feel at home (4)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Limited onsite parking
$175 nightly
The total price is $202
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Signature Room | Free WiFi

Signature Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Room | Free WiFi

Economy Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Studio Suite | Free WiFi

Signature Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
130 E. Gilman St, Madison, WI, 53703

What's nearby

  • State Street Shopping - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Capitol Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Orpheum Theater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Overture Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 16 min drive
  • Madison Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Michelangelo's Coffee House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Old Fashioned - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ian’s Pizza Madison | State Street - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cask & Ale - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gotham Bagels - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Governor's Mansion Inn

At Governor's Mansion Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Wisconsin-Madison and Capitol Square. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Camp Randall Stadium and University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • 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; access will be through a private entrance
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Governors Mansion Inn and Cafe Hotel Madison
Governors Mansion Inn and Cafe Hotel
Governors Mansion Inn and Cafe Madison
Governors Mansion Cafe Madison
Governor's Mansion Inn Cafe
Governor's Mansion Inn Hotel
Governor's Mansion Inn Madison
Governor's Mansion Inn Hotel Madison

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Governor's Mansion Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Governor's Mansion Inn?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Governor's Mansion Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Governor's Mansion Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison (15-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Governor's Mansion Inn like?

Governor's Mansion Inn is in Downtown Madison, a short 19-minute walk from University of Wisconsin-Madison and 6 minutes' walk from Capitol Square.

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Reviews

Governor's Mansion Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were varied and delicious, with items such as scones, fruit, bagels, and coffee. (11 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Location
Lake
Coffee
Breakfast
Scones
History
Bed
Service staff
Amenities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room, welcoming environment. (lights on, fireplace burning in morning, excellent coffee and locally-sourced cheese and scones/bagels. 100% pleased with my stay.
Gay, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal location, excellent accommodations, and historic charm. Plus, delicious scones every morning!
Shannon, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was just what we needed and the best part was the private porch with lake view. I’ll definitely be back soon!
Pamela, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Clean room and super quaint, albeit little scary being in almost 200 year old mansion;) Morning breakfast was great too.
william, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Carrie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. In walking distance of many attractions
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location; close to lake and downtown Madison.
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved our stay! Very quaint inn with a lot of history. We will definitely be returning. Only downside I’ll mention is we would’ve loved to have the option to open the windows overnight, as it was a bit warm when we returned. We ended up powering on the AC which worked well, but would’ve been great to feel that fresh air off the lake.
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Shellie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Tastefully done!

We were a bit hesitant that the renovation was not great, but it was beautiful! Clean, nice, tasteful with a nod to the era of the historic hotel and area. Met the owner who was very nice, had a peaceful walk in historic Mansion Hills are, and a very quiet restful night.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was one of my favorite stays ever! We had a private entrance and the whole place to ourselves, and it was a very good bargain for this time of year… walking distance from the capital and the farmers market. The details were immaculate, and it was like having my own apartment away from home. I will definitely stay here again!
Anne, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cute B & B

Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jenna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Isaac, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
cathy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Heather, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

No frills Charm. Completely comfortable.

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.
Liann, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Historic Hotel!

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!
Back of the hotel
Front view
Common area
Common area
Lewis, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The scone & coffee were VERY good! The bed was comfortable!(201) The bathroom had missing tile & the armoire was broken. The room was clean.
Janice, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Charming old mansion. Nice location. Minimal staff. Spartan - closet consists of a rod near door, with an assortment of plastic hangers, and a small fridge in between; dorm-room like.
JUANJO, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Disappointed

I love the location. And the history! And the scones and coffee are very good. But, two problems. First, the air-conditioning is completely inadequate for the heat and humidity in Madison. The owner should’ve learned that by now and provided stronger air conditioning and fans. Secondly, there was a mysterious buzzing sound. That would’ve kept me awake at night, except that I have a white noise machine.
Charles, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Unfortunately not as clean as we had hoped for.

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.
Light fitting above bed.
Upon check in
Richard, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Garden Suite had a great view, the room was spacious, clean and excellent amenities.
Leon, 1-night trip