My ItineraryHostel HI - Madison
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Address
HI - Madison
141 South Butler St
53703 Madison
USA
Tel. 1-608-441 0144
Fax. 1-608-441 0144
madison@hiusa.org
Customer Rating
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Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews HI - Madison
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12 May 2012 Mary, USA
Best hostel I've stayed in thus far!
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29 Apr 2012 Damon, USA
VERY COMFORTABLE FOR DINING AND PEACE OF MIND. ENGAGIMG HELPFUL ALERT STAFF. OLDER SUBURBAN COMFORT IN THE HEART OF THE CITY!
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16 Apr 2012 Emilie, Canada
The staff was mostly cold and distant, which was definitely a surprise: first time that ever happened to me in a hostel. Otherwise, great house, premises are clean and inviting.
Hostel response:
Hi Emilie, sorry to hear about your experience at this hostel, I'm not sure who you were interfacing with but I can promise you that isn't normal and won't happen again if you return. Cheers, have a great day Carlos -
08 Apr 2012 Kwan, USA
it's different than the other hostel. This one is very cozy, it's really like living in own home.
Hostel response:
Thanks! Hope to see you return soon. -
05 Mar 2012 Lena, Germany
At my arrival I had a staff member who was not unpolite, but also not very friendly. She could not give me any information about the city questions and was overwhelmed, when all lockers in my room were taken. A second man showed up and took care of the problem right away. And also the man with a spanish lastname was very friendly and helpful. Therefore I decided to clip very good, even though I wouldn't if the girl would have been the only one I had met.
Hostel response:
Cheers and thanks for the comment. -
28 Jan 2012 Francisco, USA
It was great. Absolutely no complaints.
Hostel response:
Thanks Francisco, we'll see you next time. -
12 Jan 2012 Peter, USA
My reservation was made by Internet. When I arrived the computer at the hostel didn't show my registration. I brought a vehicle. I was fortunate that there was a parking space available for me. Please consider allowing a person bringing a vehicle to make reservations for the vehicle also or cancell the hostel stay. It looked to be very difficult to find parking in that area. I really liked the atmosphere of the hostel. It was an older building but it had friendly atmosphere. Overall it was a fun experience and I would recommend it to people who like a "touch of the old" in their travels.
Hostel response:
Thanks Peter. Parking M-F is limited to two spots in the back lot and are first come, first serve. On weekends starting on Friday afternoon we have ten spots our guests can use.
Hope to see you soon in Madison. Ah yes, there is free parking about four blocks away from the hostel should there not be any spots in our lot. -
06 Jan 2012 Terri, USA
Madison is a great little city with outdoor opportunities to bike, ski and jog. Plus, the hostel is located smack in the middle of a dynamic downtown area with the capitol complex and an excellent choice of restaurants and bars with good beer and great music. Wonderful kitchen facilities, too.
Hostel response:
Thanks Terri and have a great year! -
13 Nov 2011 Riitta-Ilona, USA
Everything else was great, except the shower was always really dirty.
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12 Nov 2011 Qiang, USA
It's a cheap hostel, yet only deserves that much. There's no complimentary breakfast, and the bed and pillow are the most uncomfortable I've even used. OK for a low budget sleep over, not good if there's business in town.
Hostel response:
Thanks!
Hostel Overview
HI-Madison Wisconsin is located in the heart of one of the Midwest's most friendly, exciting, beautiful, and inexpensive cities.An outdoor paradise, with nearly 200 parks, several glacial lakes, and miles of bicycle trails. Tour the State Capitol, buy organic goodies at our Farmer's Market, be part of the audience of Wha'd Ya Know radio show, or take the Frank Lloyd Wright Tour.
You'll find the hostel a clean and comfortable place to meet visitors from all over the world. If there are no beds available for the date(s) you are looking for, please call the Madison Hostel office to verify availability.
Winter Special: Stay three nights in a dorm room, get the fourth night FREE. Available online at HIUSA.ORG only. Not available with walk-in reservation. Valid through February 28, 2011.
Hostel bed capacity
| Total beds: | 33 |
Opening times
Map & Directions
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | Arriving at the University of Wisconsin Memorial Union, walk to State St. and catch a bus to the Capitol Square. Exit at Main St. or Pinckney St., on the east sides of the Capitol Square. Walk down King St. Turn left on S. Butler St. We are a few houses up on the right. Arriving at the Badger Bus Depot, walk 1/2 mile up W. Washington towards the Capitol. Walk around the Capitol Square, going the same direction as traffic. Turn right at King St. Follow the directions above from King St. Or take a taxi (about $3). |
| Parking: | The Hostel has two + available parking spaces on weekends, and one weekdays for $7.00/day. |
| Location: | from Chicago, Milwaukee, or the Twin Cities (Interstates 90 and 94), exit onto Route 30 towards Madison. Take the E. Washington St. exit to the State Capitol. Stay on E. Washington for a few miles until you are almost at the Capitol. Three blocks from the Capitol Building, turn left on South Butler St. (there is no light at this turn, so be ready to turn). The hostel is on the left, about 2 blocks down S. Butler St. |
| Airport: | Monday through Friday, take the #20 bus to the North Transfer Point. From the North Transfer Point, take the #4 bus. Exit at the corner of King and Wilson St. or at the Capitol Square. Walk to S. Butler St. The hostel is on the right. On weekends, you can take a taxi (about $15). |
Attractions & Facilities
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| River/harbour/lake nearby | | Main attractions nearby |
| Nightlife nearby | | Botanical gardens nearby |
| Restaurants nearby | | Shopping centre/market nearby |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in HI - Madison |
Facilities
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sheets in price |  | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |
 | Internet access |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Currency exchange at or near hostel |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Luggage Store |  | Lockers available |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Basic store available at or near the hostel |
 | Rates include local tax |