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Spark By Hilton Madison Central

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near University of Wisconsin-Madison, connected to the convention center

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An outdoor seating area with tables, chairs, and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
Lobby
Snack bar
Breakfast area
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and artwork on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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102 E Rusk Avenue, Madison, WI, 53713
  • Place, Alliant Energy Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Monona
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Olin Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and artwork on the wall.

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted phone, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wall-mounted phone, and a bathroom door.

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wall-mounted phone, and a bathroom door.

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted phone, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wall-mounted phone, and a bathroom door.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a blue door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a flat-screen TV.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bathroom

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A small kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets, a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a blue door with a sign.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A small kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets, a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a blue door with a sign.

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A small kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets, a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a blue door with a sign.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility/Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a wall-mounted TV.

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a wall-mounted TV.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window, and a wall-mounted TV.

Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Madison

Convention convenience.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Alliant Energy Center and Olin Park. Olin Beach and Lake Monona are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Alliant Energy Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Monona - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Quann Park Dog Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Olin Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Olin Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 13 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pitcher's Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Wort & Wizard - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Spark By Hilton Madison Central

3-star hotel near University of Wisconsin-Madison, connected to the convention center
Spark By Hilton Madison Central offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spark By Hilton Madison Central also features a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Spark By Hilton Madison Central was completed in August 2025.

This 3-star Madison hotel is smoke free.

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Spark By Hilton Madison Central offers 140 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Digital television is provided. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number Yes

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spark By Hilton Madison Central to the airport?

Spark By Hilton Madison Central is 12.2 mi (22-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 Spark By Hilton Madison Central?

As of Nov 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spark By Hilton Madison Central on Dec 1, 2026 start from $90, 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 Spark By Hilton Madison Central have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Spark By Hilton Madison Central.

How close is Spark By Hilton Madison Central to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (8-min drive) from Olin Beach and 3.5 mi (12-min drive) from James Madison Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spark By Hilton Madison Central offer free breakfast?

Spark By Hilton Madison Central does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spark By Hilton Madison Central?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Spark By Hilton Madison Central?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Spark By Hilton Madison Central?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Spark By Hilton Madison Central have a pool?

Spark By Hilton Madison Central features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Spark By Hilton Madison Central have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Spark By Hilton Madison Central to downtown Madison?

Spark By Hilton Madison Central is 2.3 mi away from Madison.

Spark By Hilton Madison Central Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great hiking nearby
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely LOVE Sam, Sierra, & the shuttle driver, Kevin! I’ll definitely be back! ♥️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were quiet and clean. Continental breakfast very good choices and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect place to stay while visiting our son. Very clean and had a wonderful outdoor sitting area. The staff was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean throughout. Staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. Bed is very comfy. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, pet friendly. Very happy with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! I’d stay here anytime! Thank you for great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean, spacious, comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic stay. Clean, modern and beautiful room, understanding staff. Great sundry shop options, it was nice to have vegan food options after a long day of travel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay -- wonderful staff, clean and spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean newer property. Great location. Visiting our UW Madison student and quick ten minute shot to her place. Great location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, from start to finish!! Definitely will be staying again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very updated & clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff; clean room & good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and large room. Nice staffs. Large parking place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and very good customer service!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious. Breakfast very limited and poorly stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, very convenient, awesome staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No real complaints at all. I was able to check in quickly, clean and spacious room although the toilet bowl was slightly stained, comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room with nice and helpful staff. Staff was very kind and willing to help as i stayed the night there while a close family member got a very concerning diagnosis that day and i could not stop my tears. Shout out to Cody for giving me a ride back to hospital in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease of check-in, very courteous staff, very clean and modernized room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room that was set up well, great staff, and proximity to the Alliant Energy Center.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, easy access to other building. No hot breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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