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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Madison travelers appreciate this welcoming hotel near Monona Terrace, where a refreshing indoor pool awaits after a day of shopping or sightseeing

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central is steps from Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, praised by previous visitors. Relax in the indoor pool or use the area shuttle to explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩140,777
₩162,598 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Comm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Comm)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds (Extra Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Extra Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Madison, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG is in the business district. Wisconsin Historical Museum and Chazen Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Henry Vilas Zoo and Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alliant Energy Center or Camp Randall Stadium. Visit our Madison travel guide
Map
610 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI, 53713

What's nearby

  • Olin Park
    Olin Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alliant Energy Center
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Olin Beach
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Quann Park Dog Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Esther Beach
    3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station
    9 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pitcher's Pub
    4 min drive
  • The Wort & Wizard
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    13 min walk
  • Cargo Coffee
    4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG

Hotel near Alliant Energy Center
Located close to Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center and Madison Public Library, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a terrace. In addition to shopping on site and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, RV/bus/truck parking, and a vending machine
  • 1 meeting room, a computer station, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 111 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 740 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG on May 31, 2026 start from ₩140,777, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–10:00 PM on request.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Alliant Energy Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Henry Vilas Zoo and Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. Madison Public Library and Wisconsin Historical Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison Central by IHG Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 878 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and the hh/breakfast can’t be beat!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lon

Room was spotless, staff was very helpful and friendly, shuttle was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Friendly easy process checking in and departing. Very nice breakfast food and environment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were very clean. Staff very friendly and helpful .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! Clean room with a great location for the Alliant Energy Center. The free full buffet breakfast was a great added touch to an already wonderful experience. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

The staff was friendly, the room was clean, the bed was comfortable & breakfast was great with many selections
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and the hotel was very clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay ! Good room and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle service was great! From scheduling, dropping off, and getting picked up again was a breeze. Staff was also amazing. They need a raise.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was sparkling clean; very good breakfast with many option, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Smells fresh and clean. Very personable staff. Best breakfast I have ever had in a hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, new, the nicest staff, the right price, loved the ease of the shuttle service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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 !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service overall! The staff was friendly and helpful, and the shuttle service was especially amazing and made getting around stress-free. Highly recommend! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sengdao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found a small gnat in bathroom. Otherwise, clean and comfortable stay! Nice lobby area and facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saragrace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here two different times while visiting family in Madison. Free parking, free breakfast, free shuttle bus if you go somewhere within 3 miles, friendly staff and clean spacious rooms are what makes this hotel a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice hotel with very friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and safe location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful. Thank you to the staff who made us feel like home during our two week stay. The shuttle option was so great and easy to use. They really kept the room clean and the breakfast and little cafe was great too.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was above and beyond!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was welcoming and very accommodating. Never said they couldn't do something and went out of their way. This hotel is 5 stars in my humble opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025