Graduate by Hilton Madison
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About this property
Graduate by Hilton Madison is a 4-star Hilton property in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, positioned just a 5-minute walk from Memorial Union Terrace and 10 minutes on foot from the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The hotel contains 72 air-conditioned rooms plus 2 suites, offering guests a central base for exploring the city's cultural and academic landmarks.
Each room includes a refrigerator, cable television, and a private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer. Rooms are furnished with a desk, phone, and safe for added convenience. The property earned a guest comfort rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
On-site dining includes Poindexter Coffee, a restaurant focused on local cuisine, alongside a coffee shop and bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for an additional fee. The property operates one restaurant, one bar/lounge, and one coffee shop.
Recreation amenities include a 24-hour fitness center and a rooftop terrace with views of the surrounding area. Guests have complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and a banquet hall for events. Free bicycles are available on site, and hiking and biking trails are located nearby.
The location earned a 5 out of 5 rating from guests across 1,002 reviews. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from Kohl Center, 0.8 miles from the Wisconsin State Capitol, and 15 minutes from Dane County Regional Airport. Downtown attractions including State Street Shopping, Lake Mendota, and the Capitol Square are all within walking distance.
Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property is pet-friendly; pets up to 75 pounds are welcome for a fee of USD 75 per pet, with a maximum of two pets per room. Upon arrival with a pet, guests receive a water bowl and dog blanket. The hotel is wheelchair accessible, smoke-free, and offers 24-hour front desk service.
Location & nearby attractions
State Street Shopping - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Lake Mendota - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Downtown Madison Visitor Center - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
UW Goodspeed Family Pier - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Memorial Union Terrace - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Wisconsin Union Theater - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chazen Museum of Art - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Lake Monona Shoreline Run - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Orpheum Theater - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Overture Center for the Arts - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Madison Public Library - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Capitol Square - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
University of Wisconsin-Madison - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Wisconsin Veterans Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
The preferred airport for Graduate by Hilton Madison is Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- 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 cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets cannot be left unattended
- Pet Friendly- (USD 75 per pet). Upon check-in with a pet
- guests will receive a water bowl and a dog blanket
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Destination fee: USD 17.40 per accommodation, per night
- Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 10 per person
- Valet parking fee: USD 34.0 per day (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees<
Know before you go
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).