Mendota Lake House Inn

Historic guesthouse within easy reach of University of Wisconsin-Madison

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December 2025

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January 2026

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board - Mendota Lake House Inn (Madison)

Exterior - Mendota Lake House Inn (Madison)

Reception - Mendota Lake House Inn (Madison)

Nestled near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Mendota Lake House Inn offers a charming retreat with local breakfast and WiFi. Explore the garden, curl up with a book from the library or unwind by the fireplace in the lobby.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

Near the beach
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Library
Computer station
Lobby fireplace
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

Television
Garden
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
Limited onsite parking
Hair dryer

$144 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 12 - Dec 13

Tomorrow

Dec 13 - Dec 14

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

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Deep soaking bathtub

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Laptop workspace

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Laptop workspace

Desk

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bathtub and shower

Hair dryer

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Tennessee Williams)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Jetted bathtub

Laptop workspace

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Deep soaking bathtub

Separate bathtub and shower

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Heated bathroom floor

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Laptop workspace

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Laptop workspace

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Free breakfast
Parking available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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About the neighborhood

704 East Gorham, Madison, WI, 53703

What's nearby

Lake Mendota - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Breese Stevens Field - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Capitol Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Overture Center for the Arts - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Wisconsin State Capitol - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 7 min drive
Madison Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

‪5 Star Korean BBQ - ‬7 min walk
‪Cargo Coffee - ‬7 min walk
‪Vintage Brewing Company East - ‬8 min walk
‪The Robin Room - ‬5 min walk
‪Public Parking - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Mendota Lake House Inn

At Mendota Lake House Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Wisconsin-Madison and Camp Randall Stadium. Free perks include WiFi, wired internet, and local cuisine breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. This historic guest house is also within a short drive of Alliant Energy Center.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 7 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

- Onsite parking limited

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

Beach nearby

Working away

Computer station

Services

Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1911
Garden
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Walkway to water
Traditional architecture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch TV

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Freshen up

Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet

Fees & policies

Policies

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Mendota Lake House Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mendota Lake House Inn?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mendota Lake House Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Mendota Lake House Inn?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Mendota Lake House Inn and nearby?

Mendota Lake House Inn has a garden.

What's the area around Mendota Lake House Inn like?

Mendota Lake House Inn is located near James Madison Beach in Tenney-Lapham, a short 4-minute walk from Lake Mendota and 9 minutes' walk from Breese Stevens Field.