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Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a patterned wall, and a counter with utensils.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.
A hotel reception desk with two counters, a blue geometric wall design, and a carpeted floor.
An indoor swimming pool with blue and white tiled walls, a clear pool, and lounge chairs along the sides.
A modern living area with a sofa, armchairs, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec

Explore the area

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7184 Morrisonville Rd, De Forest, WI, 53532
  • Place, Pink Elephant
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-Madison
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalahari Indoor Waterpark
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a mirror.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a textured wall.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Extra Floor Space)

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a sofa, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Adjustable Shower Head)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Adjustable Shower Head)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

De Forest

At Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG, you'll be 29.7 km (18.5 mi) from University of Wisconsin-Madison. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this De Forest hotel include East Towne Mall and Wisconsin State Capitol.

What's nearby

  • Pink Elephant - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Alliant Energy Center - 21 min drive - 40.0 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 27 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 28 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 29 min drive - 67.9 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 23 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Young Blood Beer Company-Deforest - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 750 square feet (70 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This De Forest hotel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 750 sq ft of conference space
  • 70 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1997
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG offers 70 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This De Forest hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 750 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.00 per night.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 25.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Deforest
Holiday Inn Express Deforest De Forest
Holiday Inn Express Deforest Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Deforest Hotel De Forest

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG on 13 Dec 2026 start from NZ$142, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG is Indianola Beach (14.2 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG has a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG?

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

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 348 out of 648 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 648 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 648 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 648 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 648 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing hotel. We stay in multiple hotels weekly and this was honestly one of the best!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean ,nice staff and value for the price to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean, everyone was very friendly. Definitely will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and delicious breakfast with a kind hostess
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Comfy beds. Free breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the breakfast buffet was well-kept.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good even though going through remodel. Excellent room, comfortable bed chair. Great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly and let us know about the construction going on for remodeling overall a really nice place to stay. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean. They do not have breakfast options for people who do not eat pork. The parking is limited if the hotel is full. Recommend returning before 8:00 pm to find parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice nreakfast with fresh bsked cinnamon rolls
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms had been updated and were very clean. Remodeling of the breakfast area was in progress, but the staff did everything possible to serve their guests. Great location and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We always stay here when we're in the area excellent value friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel!

Great stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great staff and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Ok hotel for quick overnight stay breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
easy access off interstate, great hot breakfast, breakfast worker was super super friendly .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Remodel rooms are nice and fresh. They are still working on the lobby remodel. Like the rooms sink is outside of the toilet/shower. Close to lots of fast food options and right off highway
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick check in, comfortable bed, clean, convenient location to the freeway. Overall would recommend and stay here again if traveling through
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023