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The James Madison Inn

★★★★★ 260 W. Washington Street, Madison, US

9.5 guest rating· 157 reviews

The five stars

The James Madison Inn holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Spa/wellness center and Spa/wellness center services.

Guests score it 9.5/10 across 157 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation

Experience the epitome of luxury at The James Madison Inn in Madison. Indulge in 5-star comfort with beautifully appointed non-smoking rooms featuring modern amenities like a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and cozy bed linens. Some rooms even boast a private balcony for a touch of elegance.

Convenient Facilities

Stay active at the on-site fitness center, stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property, and enjoy the convenience of concierge services. The shared lounge is perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring nearby attractions like the State Botanical Garden of Georgia and Georgia Museum of Art.

Exceptional Service

With a 24-hour front desk and proximity to key landmarks such as the University of Georgia Performing Art Center, The James Madison Inn ensures a seamless and memorable stay. Book now to elevate your Madison experience with us.

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Suite, Accessible, Non Smoking (Balcony, Park View)

Sleeps 3 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Balcony with park views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, desk, and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Suite, Non Smoking (Fireplace, Park View)

Sleeps 3 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Overlooking the park</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, king sofa bed, and desk; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Suite, Non Smoking (Patio, Park View)

Sleeps 3 · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>Deck/patio with park views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Day bed, laptop-compatible safe, and desk; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Suite, Non Smoking (Kitchen, City View)

Sleeps 5 · King bed, Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>Overlooking the city</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, king sofa bed, and desk; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Suite, Non Smoking (Fireplace, City View)

Sleeps 4 · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>Overlooking the city</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, desk, and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Suite, Non Smoking (Balcony, City View,)

Sleeps 3 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Balcony with city views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - LCD television </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, desk, and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

King Room - Disability Access

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

The fireplace is a top feature of this double room. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

King Suite with Balcony

Sleeps 6 · 57 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

This suite features a fireplace. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

Sleeps 4 · 37 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Guests will have a special experience as the double room features a fireplace. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

King Room with Balcony

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

This double room features a fireplace. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Fitness facilities
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Allergy-free room
  • BBQ facilities
  • Beauty Services
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  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hair Salon Services
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Manicure
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pedicure
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Vending machine - snacks
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Walking tours
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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260 W. Washington Street, Madison, US

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.5157 reviews

+ Perfect place to relax!+ Beautiful period property.+ Beautiful hotel with great features.+ Great location with friendly staff.− The breakfast was pretty shabby.− Room TV's and service are very dated.
Cleanliness8.8
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality8.8
Amenities9.8
Value for Money9.8

Wonderful place to stay and within walking distance to everything in downtown.

10.0

Location

Dwight · US · 2026-06-21

Just beautiful

10.0

Beautiful room and walking distance to the town square. Lots of restaurants near by.

− Liked everything.

Karen · US · 2026-06-19

Guest review

9.0

Lovely unique property; full of history but with modern luxuries; they helped me switch rooms since I am sensitive to noise

Jennifer · US · 2026-05-26

Guest review

10.0

Central to town Beautifully furnished Very comfortable bed Great water pressure in the shower

− Nothing

Dawn · US · 2026-05-18

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is The James Madison Inn really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Parking

No parking available.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

People no matter the age stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

You haven't added any cots.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.