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Mendota Lake House Inn

Property class: 3

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Near Capitol Square, Mendota Lake House Inn provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a garden, and a library. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AED 678
AED 783 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Lake View (Gore Vidal)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Lake View (Gore Vidal)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Lake View (James Baldwin)

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a window with blinds, and a carpeted floor.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Lake View (James Baldwin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Oscar Wilde)

A living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a view through a glass door.

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Oscar Wilde)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Tennessee Williams)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and large windows with a view of greenery.

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Tennessee Williams)

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

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ensuite, Lake View (Walt Whitman)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside lamps, a fireplace, and a nightstand.

Premium Double Room, Ensuite, Lake View (Walt Whitman)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

A neatly made bed with a striped blue bedspread and four pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden dresser.

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a fireplace, and two bedside lamps.

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

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About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, Mendota Lake House Inn is in Downtown Madison, a neighborhood in Madison. Memorial Union Terrace and Wisconsin Union Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Madison Children's Museum and Overture Center for the Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Camp Randall Stadium or Alliant Energy Center. Visit our Madison travel guide
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704 East Gorham, Madison, WI, 53703

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a body of water with people sitting on a pier.
    Lake Mendota
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A large white building with a dome and columns, surrounded by trees and a flower bed.
    Capitol Square
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A large domed building surrounded by modern cityscape and a body of water.
    Wisconsin State Capitol
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Breese Stevens Field
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Overture Center for the Arts
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station
    3 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Old Fashioned
    11 min walk
  • Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company
    14 min walk
  • The Rigby
    13 min walk
  • Eno Vino Downtown
    11 min walk
  • Vintage Brewing Company East
    8 min walk

About this property

Mendota Lake House Inn

  • Historic guesthouse near Capitol Square
  • You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a garden, and a library at Mendota Lake House Inn. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this guesthouse include:
    • A TV in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
    • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and concierge services
    • Multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Mendota Lake House Inn offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and desks

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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

    • Limited onsite parking

    Food and drink

    • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    • Coffee and tea in common areas

    Things to do

    • Library
    • TV in common areas

    Guest services

    • Concierge services
    • Multilingual staff
    • No housekeeping service
    • Tour and ticket assistance

    Business services

    • Computer station

    Outdoors

    • Garden
    • On a lake

    Accessibility

    • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    More

    • 1 building
    • 3 floors
    • Built in 1911
    • Fireplace in lobby
    • Smoking not allowed
    • Traditional architecture

    Room amenities

    Bedroom

    • Hypo-allergenic bedding

    Bathroom

    • Hair dryer
    • Towels provided

    Entertainment

    • 32-inch TV

    More

    • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
    • Desk
    • Heating (climate-controlled)
    • Iron/ironing board on request
    • Laptop workspace

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    Contactless check-in available
    Minimum check-in age: 21

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM
    Contactless check-out available

    Special check-in instructions

    There is no front desk at this property
    Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
    Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

    Access methods

    Private entrance

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome

    Property payment types

    Important information

    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
    Cashless transactions are available
    Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
    This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

    We should mention

    This property does not have elevators
    Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Mendota Lake House Inn pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Mendota Lake House Inn?

    As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mendota Lake House Inn on 31 August 2026 start from AED 678, 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.

    How much is parking?

    Limited spots are available.

    What time is check-in at Mendota Lake House Inn?

    Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

    What time is check-out at Mendota Lake House Inn?

    Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Mendota Lake House Inn located?

    Located in Downtown Madison, this historic guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of James Madison Beach and Capitol Square. University of Wisconsin-Madison and Wisconsin State Capitol are also within 1 mi (2 km). Madison Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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