The Edgewater, steps from Wisconsin State Capitol, offers an upscale retreat with on-site shopping and seasonal ice skating. Enjoy meals at The Statehouse, book spa treatments, or join yoga classes, all while experiencing the attentive service consistently praised by guests.
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Free WiFi
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Located in Downtown Madison, a neighborhood in Madison, The Edgewater is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Kohl Center or Camp Randall Stadium. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Madison travel guide
1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI, 53703
What's nearby
Capitol Square
6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Wisconsin State Capitol
8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Overture Center for the Arts
8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Kohl Center
16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Madison Station
16 min walk
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
14 min drive
Restaurants
Fair Trade Coffee House
9 min walk
Cask & Ale
9 min walk
The Governor's Club
7 min walk
The Plaza Tavern
7 min walk
Irish Pub
9 min walk
About this property
The Edgewater
Luxury historic hotel near Wisconsin State Capitol
Located close to Overture Center for the Arts and Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, The Edgewater provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, concerts and live shows, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the ice skating at this hotel. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a deep-tissue massage, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Statehouse, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include boat tours. Free in-room wired internet is available to all guests, along with shopping on site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge)
Express check-out, express check-in, and massage treatment rooms
ATM/banking services, 7 meeting rooms, and laundry services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 202 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
47-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and recycling
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
Available in some public areas: High-speed internet
Parking and transportation
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
Free area shuttle up to 2 mi
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Covered self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Covered valet parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 20 per person
4 bars/lounges
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Augie's Tavern
The Boathouse
The Icehouse
The Market
The Statehouse
Things to do
Boat tours
Concerts/live shows
Full-service spa
Gym
Hot tub
Ice skating
Sauna
Shopping
Steam room
Yoga classes
Family friendly
Free area shuttle
In-room refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
24-hour business center
44,993 square feet of conference space
7 meeting rooms
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
On a lake
Picnic area
Terrace
Full-service spa
8 treatment rooms
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot tub
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Pool hoist on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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12 floors
2 buildings
Art Deco architecture
Banquet hall
Built in 1948
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
47-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
Pay movies
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Heated floor
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 50.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 25.41 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Business center/computer access
Fitness center access
Health club access
In-room bottled water
Internet access
Phone calls
Spa access
Hot tub access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 20 per person
Covered self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
Covered valet parking fee: USD 38 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 50.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: USD 75.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
Property is also known as
Edgewater Hotel Madison
Edgewater Madison
Edgewater Hotel
The Edgewater Hotel
The Edgewater Madison
The Edgewater Hotel Madison
Frequently asked questions
Is The Edgewater pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at The Edgewater?
As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Edgewater on Mar 24, 2026 start from $224, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 32 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 38 per night.
What time is check-in at The Edgewater?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at The Edgewater?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does The Edgewater provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–10:00 PM on request.
Where is The Edgewater located?
Located in Downtown Madison, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wisconsin State Capitol and Overture Center for the Arts. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center and University of Wisconsin-Madison are also within 1 mi (2 km). Madison Station is 16 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
The Edgewater Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1006 reviews
10 - Excellent
770
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 1006 reviews
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121
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1006 reviews
6 - Okay
62
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1006 reviews
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35
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1006 reviews
2 - Terrible
18
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Theofilos
Jan 16, 2026
The location the facilities the stuff all amazing !
Our stay was amazing! This was a special get-away for us, our Christmas present to each other. We enjoyed the warm welcome, treat waiting for us in our room, floor to ceiling windows, and exploring Madison from the great location. The Christmas decorations in the hotel were fabulous and made for great picture taking opportunities!
This property is SPECTACULAR! We booked a King Lakefront room and were upgraded to a Presidental suite which was unbelievable! The view was fantastic and the room perfect!!
Jo
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisselotte
Nov 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The best customer service experience! Hotel Location, staff, room amenities, room view! The food!!! Excellent! Exceeding expectations! Thanks for everything