Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

Hotel with indoor pool, near Alliant Energy Center

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Tue 30 Dec
Mon 5 Jan
December 2025
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January 2026
By Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central, an IHG Hotel offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and shopping on site. Unwind by the indoor pool or explore nearby attractions via the area shuttle. Guests rave about the helpful staff and love starting their day with delicious breakfast.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Business centre
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
£72
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

Room options

Showing 14 of 14 rooms
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Comm)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Mobil Tub)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Comm, Mobil Tran Shwr)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Comm)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Suite, Multiple Beds (Extra Living Area)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King, Extra Living Area, Sofa)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Extra Living Area)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Suite, 1 King Bed (Comm, Extra Living Area)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King, Sofa Bed, Comm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
610 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI, 53713

What's nearby

  • Olin Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alliant Energy Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Olin Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Quann Park Dog Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Vilas Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 21 min drive
  • Madison Station - 9 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free local area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Next Door - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Finca Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Station American Tavern & Smokehouse - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Wisconsin-Madison and Alliant Energy Center. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool, or visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout. A free airport shuttle and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 111 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM*

Off-site

    • Free area shuttle within 3.0 mi

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (740 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a picnic area.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG is a short 14-minute walk from Alliant Energy Center and 11 minutes' walk from Olin Beach. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good, well-stocked, and offered a variety of options. (57 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, reliable, and provided by friendly and helpful drivers. (14 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, nice, and enjoyable with features like jets and a temperature of 82 degrees. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

The entire hotel looks and smelled like it a operating room, EXTREMELY CLEAN and absolutely beautiful inside. The staff were extremely friendly and helpfull. Incredible place, recommending this location to everyone !!
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and adult kids stayed for 6 nights and it was a wonderful experience all around. We will definately stay again! Cleanliness, staff, comfort, breakfasts, special requests.....EVERYTHING!
Tina Marie, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly service
Pam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service!

Great customer service and they provided a shuttle for us!
Kimm, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and good breakfast
Kurtis Allen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super nice hotel with very friendly staff!
Dustin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and safe location
Cristen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast. Clean. Safe location. Had everything we needed including the small things. Planned well for the customers. Friendly staff. What more can you ask for?
Joshua David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice newer property. Very clean, good breakfast and nice rooms. Staff was nice.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Great staff!

Super nice, accommodating staff. Good breakfast, super clean room. Very easy drive to Capital Square. Also, nice park areas and trails nearby. I would definitely stay here again.
Douglas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in a while

Hotel staff was friendly, coffee always available and fresh. Loved the iced lemon water and happy hour drinks. The location was great and they offer a free shuttle to local restaurants.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was impressed by the welcome drinks and snacks.
Pornping, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean from rooms to pool and breakfast area. Friendly service.
Kelly, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

in madison for concert, clean, convenient, updated & offered shuttle for concert
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel, clean and comfortable
Roxanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was by far the most pleasant and helpful hotel staff I have encountered. Every single one of them was happy and went out of their way to help us and make our stay enjoyable. I would recommend this place just because of their employees!
Katie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk was delightful. Super helpful and friendly.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location, friendly staff
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds, good breakfast, and friendly service. Free shuttle in 3 mile radius!
Dana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel all round.

Great stay all round. BIg comfortable clean rooms. Friendly staff, clean pool and excellent breakfast. Nothing to fault.
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very Clean, friendly and helpful staff
Tim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly, good free breakfast.
Marsha, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a little pricey but very clean and staff was wonderful. I did not get a welcome gift. Bed was comfortable. Coffee good. Breakfast was very good. All in all a great night away .
Debra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This was convenient and a good hotel and a grat breakfast.
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay. Very convenient, clean and safe.
Marsha, 2-night trip