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Governor's Mansion Inn

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Staircase
Interior entrance
Signature Room
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr

Explore the area

Map
130 E. Gilman St, Madison, WI, 53703
  • Capitol Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Wisconsin State Capitol
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Room

Economy Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Signature Studio Suite

Signature Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room

Signature Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
5 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Madison

Governor's Mansion Inn puts you in the heart of Madison, steps from Lake Mendota and within a 10-minute stroll of James Madison Beach. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Plus you'll find a coffee shop/cafe. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Madison hotel include University of Wisconsin-Madison and Camp Randall Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 17 min walk
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Michelangelo's Coffee House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Old Fashioned - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Comedy Club on State - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ian's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Coopers Tavern - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Governor's Mansion Inn

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Governor's Mansion Inn also features express check-in and express check-out.

This Madison hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Governor's Mansion Inn offers 8 accommodations. LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

More

  • 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 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Renovations and closures

This property will be closed from 1 October 2024 to 1 May 2025 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
 

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Governors Mansion Inn and Cafe Hotel Madison
Governors Mansion Inn and Cafe Hotel
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Governor's Mansion Inn Cafe
Governor's Mansion Inn Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Governor's Mansion Inn?

Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

How much does it cost to stay at Governor's Mansion Inn?

As of 22 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Governor's Mansion Inn on 23 Apr 2025 start from NZ$279.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Governor's Mansion Inn?

Yep, Governor's Mansion Inn is a short 6-minute walk from James Madison Beach.

Does Governor's Mansion Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Governor's Mansion Inn?

No, Governor's Mansion Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Governor's Mansion Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Governor's Mansion Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Governor's Mansion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 161 reviews

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 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Affordable, comfortable and easy place to stay

Easy independent check in and out View of lake from window Safe neighbourhood not far from Flux bus stop Affordable even booking the week before Clean and cosy room Nice food for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tuan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what you need for a quick trip to a conference.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni meador

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Antiques and scones
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bed was very comfortable and the scones in the morning were delicious. The water pressure was very low and a window rattled continuously. Some of the furnishings were antique and looked very nice in the room. A large wardrobe was in terrible condition. The doors wouldn't close, the back was falling off and it was held together on the side by clear packing tape. It wouldn't take too much to make it presentable and usable. The room was very quite and the interior of the common rooms are lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute B & B

Really easy check in with code. Really comfortable bed. Very cozy and nice. Clean with good selection for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024