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DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

525 West Johnson Street, Madison, WI, US
4.0Very Good
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About this property

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown is a 4-star Hilton property in the heart of Madison, Wisconsin. Located just a 3-minute walk from State Street Shopping and steps from the downtown core, the hotel features 164 individually decorated guestrooms and 5 suites, offering easy access to the city's cultural and commercial centers.

Guest rooms are appointed with pillowtop beds dressed in down comforters and premium linens, refrigerators, and microwaves. Each room includes a 55-inch LED television with cable programming, complimentary wireless internet, and a private bathroom with a shower, designer toiletries, and hair dryer. Guests rate room comfort highly at 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Dining options include Bistro 525, which serves American cuisine and operates a bar and lounge. Room service is available during limited hours, and a full breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. The property also includes a snack bar and deli.

The hotel features a 24-hour fitness center, a terrace with views, complimentary wireless internet throughout, concierge services, and gift shops. Additional facilities include a business center, conference space totaling 4,209 square feet across 5 meeting rooms, and a ballroom with banquet capabilities. A safe-deposit box is available at the front desk, and multilingual staff are on hand at the 24-hour front desk.

The property is within walking distance of several Madison landmarks, including Orpheum Theater (7 minutes on foot), Kohl Center (0.4 miles), and Overture Center for the Arts (0.6 miles). Dane County Regional Airport is 15 minutes away, with complimentary shuttle service provided. The hotel has earned a 4.7 out of 5 rating across 1,000 guest reviews, with 100% of reviewers indicating they would recommend the property.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM with flexible arrival, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Service animals are permitted and exempt from fees. The property is wheelchair accessible throughout, including accessible parking, registration desk, fitness center, restaurant, and lounge.

Location & nearby attractions

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown is centrally located in Madison, a 3-minute walk from State Street Shopping and 7 minutes by foot from Orpheum Theater. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Kohl Center and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Overture Center for the Arts.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

State Street Shopping - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
University of Wisconsin-Madison - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Downtown Madison Visitor Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Orpheum Theater - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Chazen Museum of Art - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Overture Center for the Arts - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Kohl Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Madison Public Library - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Lake Mendota - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Capitol Square - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Wisconsin Veterans Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Wisconsin State Capitol - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Wisconsin Historical Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Memorial Union Terrace - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi

The preferred airport for DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown is Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 164 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Enjoy American cuisine at Bistro 525, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Madison? This hotel has 4209 square feet (391 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 5 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).

Getting here

We offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the Dane County Regional Airport (15 minutes away).
Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
Onsite parking $20 per night

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • No pets allowed.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 16 for adults, and USD 7 to 12 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

Know before you go

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).