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Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy the indoor pool at this De Forest hotel

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool, open 7 AM to 11 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

De Forest

In suburbs.At this De Forest hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pink Elephant and 6 miles (10 km) of Achenbach Hills Trail. Mousehouse Cheesehaus is within 6 miles (10 km) and Token Creek Park is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Pink Elephant - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Alliant Energy Center - 21 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 27 min drive - 21.6 miles
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 28 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 29 min drive - 42.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪DeForest Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪North and South Seafood & Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG

Enjoy the indoor pool at this De Forest hotel
Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 750 square feet (70 square meters) 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 center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG offers 70 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible 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

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 3 2026 to June 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Business center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lbs 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.

Property payment types

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

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 guestroom 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 each 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

How close is Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG is 11.3 mi (17-min drive) away from the Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG on Jun 7, 2026 start from $103, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 12.3 mi (24-min drive) from Indianola Beach and 14.3 mi (24-min drive) from James Madison Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

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

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

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

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 11 PM.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG to downtown De Forest?

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG is 2.3 mi away from De Forest.

Holiday Inn Express Deforest (Madison Area) by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 607 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 607 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 607 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 607 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 607 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Lance

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

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is being renovated. Should be decent when finished. Room facing the street was pretty loud.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

derwood

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel, great location. Friendly staff. Decent hotel continental breakfast. Did not hear traffic from highway. Several fast food restaurants, Starbucks, and Ehlennbach’s Cheese Chalet in walking distance. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and common area clean. Good pool and hot tub.Staff courteous. Parking lot plowed after major snow storm.Conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Cherlyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great hotel!

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

10/10 Excellent

Qiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was one of the cleanest hotels I've stayed in this year. I feel even the more upscale hotels have started cutting corners when it comes to cleanliness and customer service. This establishment hit the nail on the head with their overall appearance and customer service. From check in to check out, we enjoyed our stay. I would definitely choose this hotel again. It's also kid friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy stay! Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paula

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

Nice hotel

The staff was very friendly. The room was clean. Breakfast had a good variety.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

Family

Very clean still remodeling but convenient spot good breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location from Sun Prairie! The staff was very attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

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

Good hotel

Stayed for one night for a sport thing. Hotel was clean, nice staff, breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast for a hotel chain! Pet friendly and nice grassy surroundings to walk a dog in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mason

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t even have heat. Waiting for my refund. Horrible hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff friendly, helpful. Hotel clean, quiet, convenient and affordable! Great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was great, breakfast was good, staff very friendly and helpful, motel was very clean and updated. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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