by Hilton Madison
Collegiate boutique — quirky, locally-obsessed, and genuinely creative. Think summer camp meets Big Ten nostalgia, not generic business hotel.
The mandatory destination charge ($15/night) includes a $15 daily food and beverage credit usable across all hotel outlets — net zero if you grab coffee at Poindexter.
Why It Matters
Michelin Guide selection. One of 35 Graduate by Hilton locations across the US and UK, each custom-designed to reflect its university town. Madison's version leans hard into Badger lore: Camp Randall nods, vintage Wisconsin imagery, and room keys themed after the 1986 Rodney Dangerfield film 'Back to School,' which was partly filmed on the UW campus.
Graduate by Hilton Madison is a collegiate-spirited boutique hotel on historic Langdon Street, one block from the University of Wisconsin campus and steps from Lake Mendota. The lobby sets the tone immediately: canoe chandeliers hang overhead, UW's Cardinal red runs through the decor, and art honoring local legends lines the walls. Rooms are compact but thoughtfully done, with Malin + Goetz bath products and a strong sense of place that most campus-adjacent hotels don't bother with. Michelin Guide selected it — and for good reason.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Double Queen Room
From USD195 / nightTwo queen beds in one room — the practical choice for families or groups of friends. Same locally-themed decor, same amenities package. Slightly more floor space than single-bed rooms, but still compact by non-boutique-hotel standards.
Two Queens
Family Suite
From USD230 / nightGraduate's kid-friendly suite concept, featuring custom-shaped beds and pint-sized furniture alongside the usual Graduate design touches. Built for families visiting campus — or just those who travel with little ones who need their own dedicated space.
MultipleKing Studio
From USD209 / nightA step up in space from the standard king — the studio layout adds a dedicated seating area, making it useful for longer stays or anyone who wants room to actually spread out. Still fully steeped in the Wisconsin design language.
KingKing Suite
From USD215 / nightThe hotel's standard suite tier, featuring a separate living area with a sofa bed alongside the king bedroom. More breathing room than the standard rooms, and the design gets an elevated treatment. Good option for a UW visit where you want to actually entertain.
KingQueen Suite
From USD215 / nightSuite-level space with queen bed configuration. Available in accessible versions and non-smoking options. Bathtub available in select configurations — worth requesting if that matters to you.
QueenStandard King Room
From USD195 / nightSame collegiate-chic vibe as the queen rooms but with a king bed. Rooms lean on the smaller side, but the design quality punches above the square footage. Malin + Goetz amenities, flat-screen TV, fridge, and a workspace. Some rooms have views over Langdon Street toward Lake Mendota.
KingStandard Queen Room
From USD180 / nightCompact rooms with collegiate-inspired decor, custom Wisconsin-specific artwork, and a comfortable queen bed. Expect a small footprint — these are boutique hotel rooms, not sprawling suites. Each has a flat-screen HDTV, mini-fridge, coffee maker, work desk, and Malin + Goetz bath products. Corner units offer campus views.
QueenThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Round-the-clock gym with cardio machines, free weights, and Peloton bikes. Open to all guests.
The fitness center includes Peloton bikes alongside standard cardio machines and free weights. Access included in destination charge.
Bikes are available at the front desk at no extra charge — included in the mandatory destination charge. Lake Mendota is literally 100 feet from the hotel, making a lakeside ride a no-brainer.
Each guest receives one complimentary welcome drink and two complimentary drip coffees per day, plus a $15 daily food and beverage credit usable at all hotel outlets — all bundled into the mandatory destination charge.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
One meeting room on-site with flexible table layouts. The rooftop Camp Trippalindee also doubles as event and banquet space. Custom room blocks available for groups, wedding parties, and sports teams.
Included in the mandatory daily destination charge. Available throughout the hotel.
All rooms include flat-screen HDTV, mini-fridge, coffee maker, work desk, and Malin + Goetz bath products. No microwave in rooms.
Full Hilton Honors eligible property — earn and redeem points, access member rates and advance purchase discounts.
7th-floor outdoor patio with views over Madison and toward Lake Mendota. Open to hotel guests and the public via the restaurant.
$34 + tax per night, with in/out privileges. Covered and secured. No self-parking available. Oversized vehicles are $40 + tax per night.
Pets welcome at all Graduate hotels. $75 non-refundable fee per stay. Maximum two pets per room. No breed restrictions stated.
Modern gym with cardio machines, free weights, and Peloton bikes. Open around the clock.
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