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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 235 guest reviews
- Avg. Group Discount of 4.0%!
- Fitness center on property
- 72 sleeping rooms in hotel
- Hotel has 7 floors
- Hotel has 2 suites
- Check in: 4:00PM
- Group score of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
University of Wisconsin, Downtown Madison, State Street, Overture Center for the Arts, Monona Terrace Convention Center, State Historical Museum, State Capitol, Madison Children's Museum, Veterans Museum, Henry Vilas Zoo, Olbrich Gardens, Arboretum, Kohl Center and many others.
Map Location of Graduate Madison
Verified Reviews of Graduate by Hilton Madison
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Love the uniqueness and quirkiness of the hotel!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I love the uniqueness and quirkiness of all of the Graduate Hotels I have stayed in and this one too.
Gerilyn B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
02-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 25 to Thu Sep 26 2024 at a $253.00 average nightly rate. 
Property Description
Graduate Madison is an incredible and fun hotel, immersing our guests in the local culture, taking them back to the glory days of college, and surrounding them with upscale accommodations and amenities. We offer 2 dining outlets including an incredible rooftop bar and restaurant, which also includes meeting and banquet space, in case you are in need of these services. We're conveniently located in the heart of Madison just steps from State Street and the University. Enjoy a walk along beautiful Lake Mendota, shopping on State Street, or touring the University. We provide Breakfast grab and go items Mon-Thu 7-11am, Fri-Sun 7am-1pm. Currently our restaurant, bar service is unavailable and temporary closed due to COVID-19.Guests staying at Graduate will receive complimentary Wi-Fi and use of our fitness center. Please let us know how we can make your meeting productive and memorable.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00PM |
| Check Out: | 11:00AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2015 |
| Floors: | 7 |
| Rooms: | 72 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 72 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 2 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 View Spaces |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 6.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 5PM-11PM |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: | No pool on property |
| Ownership: | AJ Capital |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Call for details. | |
| Nightly Parking: | $34. |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 15.50% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 5.00 Per Night |
| Occupancy Tax: | 10.00% |
| City Tax: | 0.50 Per Night |
| Country Tax: | 35.00 Per Night (pet fee) |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 5.50% |
| Parking Fee: | 34.00 Per Night (Valet parking only) |
| Porterage Fee: | 4.00 Per Item |
| Additional Person Fee: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 18.00% |
| Banquet Labor Fees: | 25.00 Per Hour |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 25.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 32.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 45.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 6.50 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 6.50 Per Person |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 33.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Complimentary newspaper
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Garage
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Valet Parking
Airport & Shuttle Information
15 Minutes from Dane County Regional Airport.
Local Shuttle Info: Shuttle is complimentary and based on availability
Breakfast Information
POINDEXTER COFFEEFuel up for the day at Poindexter Coffee, our lobby-level coffee shop serving up café favorites—including pastries and breakfast sandwiches. It’s the perfect place for hungry travelers and students hitting the books.Daily 7am-1pm.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pet Friendly- (USD 75 per pet). Upon check-in with a pet, guests will receive a water bowl and a dog blanket
Parking Info
Valet parking $34 per car each night plus tax with in and out privileges)
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary wireless internet
About Hilton Hotels and Resorts
- Bed & Breakfast Packages for two at select locations
- Have serenity beds made by Serta and Peter Thomas Roth hair & skincare bath amenities
- Pre-arrival planning services
- Pet Friendly Program
The Hilton Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Marigold Kitchen - Start your day with delicious breakfast options at this cozy cafe located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Graze - Indulge in farm-to-table cuisine and stunning views of the Capitol at this restaurant located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Old Fashioned - Enjoy classic Wisconsin fare and craft beers at this popular restaurant located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Explore the Wisconsin State Capitol - Take a tour of the beautiful Capitol building located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Short Stack Eatery - Enjoy delicious pancakes and breakfast classics at this popular spot located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Ian's Pizza - Try unique and creative pizza slices at this local favorite located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Eldorado Grill - Savor Southwestern flavors and margaritas at this vibrant restaurant located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the Chazen Museum of Art - Explore a diverse collection of artworks at this museum located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Mickey's Dairy Bar - Enjoy a classic diner breakfast at this iconic spot located 1.1 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. - Feast on pub food and craft beers at this lively brewpub located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Tornado Steak House - Indulge in mouthwatering steaks and seafood at this historic restaurant located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Take a stroll at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens - Explore beautiful gardens and landscapes at this serene location located 3.2 miles from the hotel.
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Group vs. Individual Rates at Graduate Madison
The graph above is trends of room rates for both group quotes and the lowest online individual prices our system could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The lowest group or meeting displayed is 34.0% in the month of January 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $445 in the month of November 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Graduate Madison in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Graduate Madison
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Graduate Madison.
Feel free to use the Graduate Madison meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Madison event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Camp Trippalindee | 900 x 900 x 8 | 1810 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Camp TrippalindeeTake over our rooftop restaurant and bar, Camp Trippalindee, a perfect camp site for your downtown meeting, meet-up or Badger reunion. It is uniquely equipped to host about 100 special guests for your gathering or private game day get-together (*TVs too!). We’ll serve up stunning panoramic views of Lake Mendota and the Capitol Building, and a menu chock-full of local flavor. Room Type: Restaurant / Lounge Total Size: 1810 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 900 x 900 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 7 Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Full Day Rental: $600.00 USD Evening Rental: $600.00 USD | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Graduate by Hilton Madison
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Graduate by Hilton Madison have?
There are 72 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Graduate by Hilton Madison?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Graduate by Hilton Madison?
POINDEXTER COFFEEFuel up for the day at Poindexter Coffee, our lobby-level coffee shop serving up café favorites—including pastries and breakfast sandwiches. It’s the perfect place for hungry travelers and students hitting the books.Daily 7am-1pm.
What parking is available at Graduate by Hilton Madison?
Valet parking $34 per car each night plus tax with in and out privileges)
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary wireless internet
Is there a gym at Graduate by Hilton Madison?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Can I get a group rate at Graduate by Hilton Madison?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 4.0%.
Testimonials:
"Great website, easy to use, wonderful follow-up (thanks Ryan!) All around a great experience for me and a huge help as this is the first time I have been involved in planning an event like this!" S.K. - Tacoma, WA
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