Places to stay

James and I searched out the weekend to make sure there was nothing going on October 15. But we somehow managed to miss one of the biggest Madison events of all - Badger Homecoming. So, be prepared for lots of Bucky (the mascot), lots of striped overalls (the silly outfits worn to games by the undergrads) and lots of red. It will be an experience. 


Fortunately, the park is completely across town from the stadium. Unfortunately, most hotels aren't blocking rooms as a result.


But, we did find one, a Holiday Inn Express, just over 3 miles from Orton Park and on the lake. Rates are $139.99/night for 2 queen beds, $144.99/night for 2 queen beds with a microwave and refrigerator.


Other options -
Downtown:
On the Capitol Square - Inn on the Park $194/night with 2 night minimum stay; complimentary airport shuttle.
Just off the Square - Hilton Madison Monona Terrace starts at $292 /night; complimentary airport shuttle; lakeviews and deluxe rooms. Also, Hyatt Place Madison starts at $256/night; complimentary airport shuttle
State Street area:
Dahlmann Campus Inn which appears mostly full, but standard singles are available for $225/night; complimentary taxi service to and from the airport
Doubletree Madison starts at $237.15/night; complimentary airport shuttle and within 2 mile radius
John Nolen Dr/Olin Turville/Lake Monona
Holiday Inn Express (see above)
Sheraton (unavailable)
Alternatives:
Madison Vacation Rentals by Owner
A handful of inexpensive hotels and motels can be found near East Town and West Town Malls in Madison. They are just further away from the park (~20 min drive).
Camping at and near Devil's Lake (about an hour's drive from Madison)

Would anyone be willing to share a room with other out-of-town guests to save some money? If you let us know, we can get you in touch with one another. Or, you can make it happen right here. Blogs are beautiful. Except they are called 'blogs'.


Alternatively, we might be able to find you some local friends to stay with. Just let us know!


We are expecting roughly 20 people from out of town and we want to make sure everyone is happy. Obviously traveling to Madison is not exactly convenient, but we hope you will love your experience there as much as we have loved it. It's hard to think of Madison as a destination, if you've never been, but hopefully you will come for the wedding and see what we see!