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If you’re having difficulty finding a motel in Rio, allow Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from over 256 accommodations in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

At most motels, you’ll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Here are some of our customers’ top motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Madison, WI - East is located 22.6 mi (36.4 km) from the heart of Rio. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Valued Stay Aloha: Free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Central Rio is 23.9 mi (38.5 km) away. Rodeway Inn & Suites Madison East: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from the heart of Rio. Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo: Central Rio is 24.5 mi (39.4 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Super 8 by Wyndham Windsor/Madison North: 18.2 mi (29.2 km) from the heart of Rio. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area, Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area, and North Country National Scenic Trail. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Sun Prairie Ice Arena, Sun Prairie Family Aquatic Center, and Mousehouse Cheesehaus. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Cascade Mountain Ski Area, Devil’s Head Ski Resort, and Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Rio to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 24°F. Average annual precipitation for Rio is 41 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Rio to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), which is located 22.1 mi (35.6 km) away from the city center. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.