HI - Madison in Madison, WIPrint
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.
*** We do not list all of our beds on this online reservation system. Please call our office for complete and ....
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.
*** We do not list all of our beds on this online reservation system. Please call our office for complete and up-to-date availability.
The Madison Hostel does not book private rooms online. If you are interested, please call your office to book.
Book Your Stay
This hostel is not yet bookable online. Please contact the hostel directly to make a booking.
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Attractions
- Botanical centre nearby
- City centre location
- Cultural centre nearby
- Historical sites nearby
- Leisure facilities nearby
- Main attractions nearby
- Museums/art galleries nearby
- Nightlife nearby
- Restaurants nearby
- River nearby
- Shopping centre/market nearby
Facilities
- Basic store available at or near the hostel
- Common room(s)
- Credit card accepted
- Cycle rental available at or near the hostel
- Discounts and concessions available
- Family rooms available
- Females only at this hostel
- Earth friendly hostel
- Groups welcome
- Individual traveller welcome
- Internet access
- Laundry facilities
- Rates include local tax
- Lockers available
- Luggage Store
- Males only at this hostel
- Currency exchange at or near the hostel
- Sheets in price
- Smoking room/area
- Sports facility at or near the hostel
- TV room
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.
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).
Airport
Monday through Friday, take the #24 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).
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Our philosophy about volunteers: "Volunteers are an essential part of the hostelling movement, playing a key role in sharing their own life experiences and passion for travel with hostellers locally and from around the world. HI-USA volunteers will be vital contributors to the future of hostelling by providing innovative ideas, resources, and serving as hostelling ambassadors in their local communities."

