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A modern building with a sign reading 'Highland Corner Grill.'

A pool area with a hot tub, seating, and a view through large windows.

A restaurant with a buffet, wooden ceiling, and large windows overlooking the street.

A gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of the outside.

1. Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

7.3 km from Governor Nelson State Park

christine

￥21,470

￥24,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A brick building with a green awning, surrounded by colorful flowers and trees.

A traditional bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden chair, a bedside table, and a mirror.

A hallway with patterned wallpaper, a small table with chairs, and a door leading to another room.

A living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

2. Hotel Ruby Marie

8.6 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Laurie

￥20,847

￥24,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern restaurant with a bar area, large windows with a city view, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

A dining area with a view of a large dome building through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of a historic building.

3. The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

8.2 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Shameeka

￥18,225

￥21,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A living room with a stone fireplace, wooden bookshelves, a sofa, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa with a yellow pillow, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a central island, and various food items and appliances.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a red armchair, a television, a bed, and a window with curtains.

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West

7.7 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Ron

￥11,208

￥12,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with outdoor seating.

A room with a fireplace, two armchairs, and a mascot statue.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a dining table.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

8.2 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Tomislav

￥22,643

￥26,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a glass door entrance.

A modern cafe with seating arrangements, a coffee station, and a menu board.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a mounted TV.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison West - Middleton by IHG

8.2 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Denise

￥14,427

￥16,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious dining area with modern furniture and a large TV screen.

An indoor swimming pool with clear signage, a lifeguard stand, and a seating area with chairs.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent blue and yellow color scheme, large windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with two chairs.

7. Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – Madison

20 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Jose

￥17,610

￥19,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An indoor swimming pool with a fountain, lounge chairs, and a sunshade.

A lobby with a staircase, blue sofa, red chairs, a fireplace, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, two small tables, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a brown ottoman, a white bathtub, and a large mirror.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Madison North

13.3 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Jenny

￥13,614

￥15,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern indoor space with seating, a stone accent wall, and large windows.

A restaurant with a fireplace, tables, chairs, and large windows.

A reception area with a stone wall, a wooden counter, and a sign that reads 'AmericInn by Wyndham.'

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a lamp.

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

10.2 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Richard

￥10,021

￥11,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel entrance with a modern design, illuminated signage, and a clear view of the street.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of buildings outside.

10. Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

8.5 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Christine

￥20,012

￥23,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, large windows, and string lights.

The exterior of a Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern restaurant with round tables, rectangular tables, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a sofa set, and a large window with curtains.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

8.4 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Brooke

￥21,498

￥24,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with a view of a cityscape, including a prominent dome building.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a glass door entrance.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a large window providing natural light.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

8.2 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Charlotte

￥23,024

￥26,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a foosball table.

A modern interior with a central table, chairs, a sofa, and a colorful abstract mural.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

13. Moxy Madison Downtown

8.3 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Melissa

￥22,983

￥26,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

A laundry room with two front-loading washing machines, a small trash bin, a utility wall with a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a linen storage sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire table, seating, and a pergola.

14. Springhill Suites By Marriott Madison Fitchburg

14.3 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Erin

￥19,391

￥22,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with a brown sofa, a round marble coffee table, and a decorative vase with flowers.

A modern building with a sign reading "The DYLIN" and a brick facade.

15. The Dylin

8.1 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Seth

￥21,400

￥24,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, a chalkboard menu, and a buffet counter with food displays.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a display of coffee products.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison by IHG

12.1 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Earle

￥17,585

￥20,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

A hotel room with a desk, computer, printer, and a large mirror.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a fireplace.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Madison East

12.2 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Cornel

￥15,218

￥17,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A cozy living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative shelves.

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard station, seating area, and a clock on the wall.

A lobby with two grey armchairs, a round wooden side table, a reception desk with a geometric wall, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A modern dining area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above, and a seating arrangement with a round table and chairs.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Madison West

11.2 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Margaret

￥14,021

￥16,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with a large island, black cabinetry, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors.

A gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of trees.

19. The Saddlery Madison Downtown

8.7 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Tyler

￥27,626

￥31,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

20. Hyatt Place Madison / Verona

18.9 km from Governor Nelson State Park

Chelsea Carney

￥20,824

￥23,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Governor Nelson State Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Ruby Marie	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club	9.4 Exceptional 4,176 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West	8.6 Excellent 1,050 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View

Top Governor Nelson State Park Hotel Reviews

The Dylin

10/10 Excellent

"The Dylan was a great location for us and we were very pleased with the garage parking, new modern finishes and the communication of the host. The unit had everything we needed for a super comfortable stay including a full kitchen and washer/dryer. No wasted space. Good arrangement in this two bedroom unit for 2 couples. Would stay here again and recommend."

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

8/10 Good

"Staff was great. The room was clean, quiet and comfy. The amenities were nice - we used the pool, hot tub and sauna. The hot tub could be a little warmer. Having to ask for a luggage cart is odd but it does keep the lobby tidy. Parking was simple and convenient. Would book again."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West

8/10 Good

"It was a little tricky to figure out which hotel was correct because its name was very similar to an adjacent hotel. Check in was a little slow due to a computer issue. However, I was happy with my stay. No bedbugs, clean rooms. Breakfast was pretty good. Great price! I wasn't bothered by the ongoing renovations."

Courtyard by Marriott Madison West Middleton

10/10 Excellent

"I always love staying at this hotel. Rooms are great, bed is comfortable, gym is great. My only complaint is that there isn’t microwaves in the rooms but that’s not a make or break deal for me!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were extremely friendly and helpful, room was as described, clean, and comfortable. Enjoyed my stay!"

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

8/10 Good

"Everything was good"

Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was awesome and place was great!"

Graduate by Hilton Madison

8/10 Good

"Great cafe on the first level and bar upstairs. The location is also great. Valet parking was very convenient. I found the bathroom sliding door difficult to open and the room was a little tight, but not surprising for a boutique hotel."

The Edgewater

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with a nice location close to campus and capitol area."

Other attractions near Governor Nelson State Park

Lake Mendota

9.4/10 (363 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mendota during your travels in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and shops.

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Indianola Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Indianola Beach during your trip to Waunakee? Find time to visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Pheasant Branch Conservancy

You can find out about the history of Middleton with a stop at Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Warner Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Warner Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Nielsen Tennis Stadium

Catch an event at Nielsen Tennis Stadium during your trip to Madison. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Spring Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spring Harbor Beach during your trip to Madison?

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Willow Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Willow Beach during your trip to Madison?

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Governor's Mansion

Learn about the local history of Madison when you take a trip to Governor's Mansion. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Governor Nelson State Park?

Governor Nelson State Park is located in a budget-friendly area of Waunakee known for its beautiful lakeside setting and array of dining options. You'll find 56 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Governor Nelson State Park?

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Governor Nelson State Park. Other good options within a few miles include The Edgewater and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madison.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Governor Nelson State Park?

Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Governor Nelson State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Governor Nelson State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Governor Nelson State Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Governor Nelson State Park?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Governor Nelson State Park, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Governor Nelson State Park?

Study the collections at National Mustard Museum, Chazen Museum of Art, or University of Wisconsin Geology Museum. Memorial Union Terrace, Governor's Mansion, and Wisconsin Union Theater are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Local parks like Middleton Dog Exercise Area, Allen Centennial Gardens, and Demetral Park Dog Off-Leash Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Governor Nelson State Park hotels

1. Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison

2. Hotel Ruby Marie

3. The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison West - Middleton by IHG

7. Comfort Suites Cottage Grove – Madison

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Madison North

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West

10. Hyatt Place Madison Downtown

11. Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

13. Moxy Madison Downtown

14. Springhill Suites By Marriott Madison Fitchburg

15. The Dylin

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison by IHG

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Madison East

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Madison West

19. The Saddlery Madison Downtown

20. Hyatt Place Madison / Verona

Compare popular hotels close to Governor Nelson State Park

Top Governor Nelson State Park Hotel Reviews

The Dylin

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Middleton - Madison West

Courtyard by Marriott Madison West Middleton

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

Embassy Suites By Hilton Madison Downtown

Graduate by Hilton Madison

The Edgewater

Other attractions near Governor Nelson State Park

Lake Mendota

Indianola Beach

Pheasant Branch Conservancy

Warner Park

Nielsen Tennis Stadium

Spring Harbor Beach

Willow Beach

Governor's Mansion

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