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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG	2.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Spark By Hilton Madison Central	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 167 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Madison Downtown	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families in Vilas

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee machine, and a framed picture on the wall.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

Madison

CA $163 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Where to stay in Vilas

Find the best Vilas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A large domed building surrounded by modern cityscape and a body of water.

Downtown Madison

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Overture Center for the Arts or Orpheum Theater might round out your trip.

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A calm lake with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by trees.

Monona

Situated on Lake Monona's southeastern shore, this Madison suburb boasts the historic Indian Mounds Park, a site on the National Register of Historic Places.

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A cityscape at dusk with a prominent dome-shaped building, a waterfront, and a circular structure with multiple towers.

Capitol

While visiting Capitol, you might make a stop by sights like Wisconsin State Capitol and Overture Center for the Arts.

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Campus Area

If you're spending some time in Campus Area, Memorial Union Terrace and Kohl Center are top sights worth seeing.

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A marina with numerous sailboats docked, calm water reflecting the boats and surrounding trees, and a building with a red roof in the background.

Marquette

While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.

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Top Vilas Hotel Reviews

Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI

10/10 Excellent

"The room, while not large, was well thought out. The shower was large and you could step right into it. There were safety bars in good locations and the shower faucet was easy to use and regulate. The sink had a nice amount of space around it. Ice could be gotten from an ice machine in the lobby. There was a water machine next to it so that you could fill your water bottle with ice then water. Breakfast was free with pancakes you could make yourself, scrambled eggs, sausage, bagels, and oatmeal. The desk staff was welcoming and helpful."

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

10/10 Excellent

"This is our 2nd time staying here, and it will be our go-to while our kid is at UW Madison. It's not fancy, but it is clean, pretty updated, affordable, an easy drive to campus, close to a ton of restaurants and shopping, the beds are comfortable, and the breakfast is shockingly good for a basic hotel. Tons of options for breakfast and everything is really good and restocked often. It is also consistently lower priced that other area hotels. We will be back!"

Valued Stay Madison

8/10 Good

"In reality, this is a solid 3 stars. Nothing stood out enough to make it a 4 or 5, but nothing was bad enough to warrant a 1 or 2. I officially clicked 4 stars because anything below 4 is seen as "bad" on a review site. Cleanliness: the toilet, shower, floor, linens, shower, desk, fridge, microwave were all clean. There was a spot of something on the bathroom wall (all the walls seem to have been painted within the last few years), but washing down all the walls seems like expecting a lot. Comfort: the heat/AC worked well, the bed was fairly comfortable, and the linens were soft enough. The pillows were great an numerous. Ambiance: there's nothing exciting to look at out the window. This is a utility hotel. Most nights were quiet but there seemed to be people slamming doors all night one night. I never felt unsafe or uncomfortable. Parking seemed tight, especially if I got in later, but I found a spot each night. I could not smell the garbage dump (mid-October weather probably helped). Breakfast: exactly what I would expect from this type of hotel if not for all the reviews praising it. In fairness, I only went on Thurs/Fri, and there just weren't a lot of appealing options for a light meal. I think there were more options on Saturday/Sunday, but I skipped breakfast those days. Overall: as a single person going to an event at the Alliant Energy Center, this was a great choice. I will almost certainly pick the same hotel next year. With family I'd pick some place nicer."

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are small but comfortable, and the bed and pillows are very comfortable! Location is great, front-desk staff are very friendly and helpful. The exercise gym is spacious and well-designed, looking onto a small patio. This is my second stay at this hotel and I would book it again when returning to downtown Madison."

Frequently asked questions

What is Vilas like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Madison's Vilas neighborhood. Be sure to check out Henry Vilas Zoo and Vilas Park as part of your Vilas travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Vilas, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Vilas.

What is there to do around this Madison neighborhood?

Create some family memories with a visit to Henry Vilas Zoo or Vilas Park while you're in Vilas. A visit to Vilas Park Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Vilas include Wisconsin Field House, McKinley Performing Arts Center, and Camp Randall Stadium. While you're out sightseeing in Madison, be sure to visit other sights like University of Wisconsin Geology Museum or Monroe Street Arts Center.

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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

2. Spark By Hilton Madison Central

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

4. Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

5. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

7. Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

8. MainStay Suites Fitchburg - Madison

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

10. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Madison South

11. Wyndham Garden Madison Fitchburg

12. Madison Marriott South

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Madison West/Middleton

15. Best Western West Towne Suites

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madison

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Madison South

18. The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Madison South

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison

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Hotels recommended for families in Vilas

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

Where to stay in Vilas

Downtown Madison

Monona

Capitol

Campus Area

Marquette

Top Vilas Hotel Reviews

Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI

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