Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A coffee shop/cafe
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
On a lake
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
LED TV with digital channels
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
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
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is 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
Is Governor's Mansion Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Governor's Mansion Inn?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Governor's Mansion Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Governor's Mansion Inn?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Governor's Mansion Inn located?
Located in Downtown Madison, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Mendota and University of Wisconsin-Madison. Camp Randall Stadium is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away. Madison Station is 17 minutes by foot.
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Governor's Mansion Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 163 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 163 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 163 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 163 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 163 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
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!
Leslie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Great location. In walking distance of many attractions
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
Antiques and scones
Toni meador
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Nice location; close to lake and downtown Madison.
Steven
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10
We loved our stay here - it immediately felt like a home away from home. The location is beautiful, the Garden Suite was spacious and comfortable.
Samantha
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
Just what you need for a quick trip to a conference.
Tuan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
Check in was easy, nice and quiet
Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10
Happy to support small independent inn. Beautifully decorated, great location, easy access, spotlessly clean. Will stay again
Triona
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10
Its so historic. Beautiful!
Grace
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10
Would definitely stay there again. Very quiet. Great location.
Kelley
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
8/10
Easy to book online, door code to get in.
Kinnan
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10
Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
Mary
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10
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
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10
What a beautiful and historic property. Everything was top notch.
Martin
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
8/10
Centrally located, quaint, and functional
Ethan
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10
Simply incredible - I will stay here every time I come to Madison. Historic and beautiful. a great value. Thank you for a wonderful experience
John
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10
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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10
The garden studio is amazing! Will gladly stay there again! Beautiful!
Stephanie
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10
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.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10
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
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10
We loved the location, vibe, lobby, and room. Everything is very clean and new. Great location on the lake, and close to downtown!
Only downfall was the bed seemed smaller than a queen and was not the most comfortable.
Edward
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10
I loved this renovated old mansion, built in 1854. It’s been remarkably redone, beautiful with crystal chandeliers and antique furniture.
Mary Beth
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
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!