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Mendota Lake House Inn

3.0 star property
Historic guesthouse in Madison with free breakfast

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Relax in a serene garden setting with a wicker sofa and bench.
Classic bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a dresser featuring a mirror and decorative piece.
Traditional home with a symmetrical facade, gabled roof, and central chimney, set amidst a well-maintained lawn and flowering plants.
Relax in this inviting living room with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, and decorative chair, surrounded by framed artwork and natural light.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, high ceiling, and large window.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$314
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

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Map
704 East Gorham, Madison, WI, 53703
  • Capitol Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Wisconsin State Capitol
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Tennessee Williams)

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Tennessee Williams)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Madison

At Mendota Lake House Inn you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from University of Wisconsin-Madison and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Camp Randall Stadium. Highlights at this historic guest house include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a garden and a computer station. Free local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this 3-property class Tenney-Lapham guest house, you'll find Alliant Energy Center.
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What's nearby

  • Capitol Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Fashioned - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bradbury's Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Graze - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Eno Vino Downtown - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vintage Brewing Co. Capitol East - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Mendota Lake House Inn

Historic guesthouse in Madison with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Mendota Lake House Inn.

This 3-star Madison guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1911
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Mendota Lake House Inn offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

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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 transport

  • Limited on-site 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Mendota Lake House Inn?

Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 1 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mendota Lake House Inn on 5 Aug 2025 start from AU$313.67, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Mendota Lake House Inn?

Yep, Mendota Lake House Inn is a short 3-minute walk from James Madison Beach.

Does Mendota Lake House Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mendota Lake House Inn?

No, Mendota Lake House Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mendota Lake House Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mendota Lake House Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mendota Lake House Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 352 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon Sarnat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon Sarnat

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an unexpected last-minute stay and we were SO delighted to find this gem in the heart of Madison. This is the perfect place to find relaxation and also access all of the excitement and fun that Downtown Madison has to offer. Sunrises and sunsets are unparalleled and the hosts were welcoming and provided top-notch service! I hope to be able to stay again after their upcoming renovations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katja

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

neil

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It is a nice idea but poorly executed. I am 80 with heart probs and was not told I'd b walking up with my luggage to the 3rd foor. There's a notice in the room apologizing for the room not yet having been renovated which should have been explained before selecting the place. It explained why the room was so dreary and shoddy. Didn't want my skin to touch anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

howard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners have amazing gardens and the property looks out onto the lake. It is on a busy street. Since it is an old house, it is noisy. The decor is arts and crafts. I would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toney

Travelled with partner
Gorgeous garden and beautiful house and wonderful lake view. Also, friendly hosts and delicious home-made breakfast items.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maybe more breakfast options would’ve been nice and there were some bugs (but that’s to be expected given the location), otherwise very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. No host available which is odd for a B and B. Facilities are a little run down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool old building. Great scones.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Rustic lake side

Very rustic but a beautiful location right on the lake. Room was large and very quiet with excellent coffee and other items for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not fully restored yet, and still lovely
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great spot! Fun to be in a historical home on the water. Obvious maintenance needed which is happening soon but it’s still great. Continental breakfast is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Close to Silvee

Nice big old home. Nice view of lake.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREG

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sinead, Glenview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely restored vintage property with tons of character and a killer view of Lake Mendota! Our Oscar Wilde room was so spacious and we had a corner view from both windows and a separate sitting area plus a surprisingly big bathroom with updated shower and tub and lots of amenities on hand; king bed very comfortable and thick towels a bonus on a cold night! Best part of our morning was the extra special ready made coffee and selection of scones and mini quiche and bread options with local touches (excellent jam and tea choices) and a wonderful setting to enjoy it all in one of several sitting areas, complete with views! Bob was wonderful, despite having had a late nite dealing with a guest issue who forgot key or code, and we appreciated the on-site parking off street ;) We will plan to stay again hopefully sooner vs.later - thanks again! The McHugh’s
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Zhidong

Good location, lake front. Room could benefit from upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan, Kochav Yair

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a beautiful garden, loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023