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Governor's Mansion Inn

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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The Governor's Mansion Inn sits in the heart of Madison, welcoming travelers with continental breakfast and a coffee shop for morning fuel. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while outdoor seating areas provide space to relax in the fresh air.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Signature Room | Free WiFi

Signature Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Economy Room | Free WiFi

Economy Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Signature Studio Suite | Free WiFi

Signature Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Capitol Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Overture Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Fashioned - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Governor's Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Coopers Tavern - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bradbury's Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Augie's Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Governor's Mansion Inn

Hotel near University of Wisconsin-Madison
Governor's Mansion Inn provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Governor's Mansion Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • LED TVs with digital channels
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Nov 9 - Nov 10
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Governor's Mansion Inn on Nov 3, 2025 start from $145.0, excluding 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.

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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Reviews

Governor's Mansion Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 179 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Our room was just what we needed and the best part was the private porch with lake view. I’ll definitely be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful old manor in a lovely part of town. We loved the proximity to downtown and the waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

asana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location; close to lake and downtown Madison.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

Jenna

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful room

The garden studio is amazing! Will gladly stay there again! Beautiful!
Studio
Shower
Bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

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

Family time

The Governor's Mansion Inn Garden suite was perfect for our stay to visit with family. The suite was modern, clean and had everything we needed. The location is great. Enjoyed seeing the first floor of the mansion and learning of its history.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy contactless check in. Love the keypads on the front door and room door.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

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

Night out in Madison

We would definitely come back because of the check in and out, very clean and location. We were impressed we the size of the room. The bathroom seemed new and the water pressure was great. The whole place is so beautiful. There is access to the lake and you’re near a public beach. Loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

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

8/10 Good

JUANJO

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very clean. But it is quite noisy due to old wood floor. The room we got is really small and is not the same as picture shown when booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great option for one night dropping my son off at school. I love staying in historic properties. Electronic access was easy and was happy to have a parking spot. Beautiful Steinway piano that my son got to play for some guests, but needs tuning!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully maintained at the Governor's Mansion Inn! Next time we will book for a larger bed. Very clean. Breakfast bagels were delicious. May I suggest hard boiled eggs to go with breakfast? Great location. Only issue was the light coming from the hallway lamp outside our room was a bit bright and light coming into the room was disturbing sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a relaxing trip to Madison. The restoration of the place is stunning and the breakfast is way better than one gets in other places with included breakfast nowadays. Drawback: lack of a good desk in my room, making it not ideal for working trip. Also, pillows were not great but that is too personal perhaps.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historical building. Very quiet. The only thing I would change is the soap. The hand and the body Soaps were thick and difficult to rinse off. The shampoo left my hair dry and itchy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
First floor room next to kitchen was very very loud. I was woken up several times by the guests or cleaning staff in the room above us anytime they walked around and then the kitchen staff in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like that I couldn't get a room without a bed with a footboard. I am tall so it was a bit of a challenge getting to sleep but I managed. If I had booked more than 2 weeks in advance I might have had z better choice of accommodations. But it was a nice place. Very classy and well-kept.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a really cool property. The information received on how to use the door code was not complete so as a result it was a little irritating getting in to the room the first couple of times. It was contactless check in so we did not interact with a soul for that portion of the stay so the door code issue may have been a little easier with some actual contact.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023