Lodging

Discounted blocks have been reserved at the below lodging locations with various cut off dates. Please see below for specific cut off dates. All rooms are subject to availability and regular rates.

Hotel reservations are only possible via the below links or by contacting the hotel directly. No one will contact you directly to book your hotel room or offer you a “special discounted conference rate.” If you receive one of these calls or emails, it is a scam.

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DoubleTree Hotel

Room Rate: $159.00/night plus taxes

To make a reservation, please call (608) 251-5511 and mention the WAICU Conference or book online. All reservations must be made by May 13, 2024 to receive the discounted rate.

The DoubleTree is located on the east side of campus and downtown between lakes Monona and Mendota. Offering several amenities, including a business center, and the Bagerland Bar & Grill; all just a 10-minute walk from the Memorial Union. Each room features a refrigerator, microwave, 42-inch HDTV, and an executive desk. Enjoy the nearby bars and restaurants, including local favorites like the Nitty Gritty, Ian’s Pizza, and Wando’s. Take advantage of their courtesy local and airport shuttle, Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour pantry market. Parking is $15/day.


Graduate Hotel

Room Rate:$189.00/night plus taxes

*State Rate is available for a limited amount of rooms, please contact the hotel directly.

To make a reservation call the hotel at (608) 257-4391 and mention the WAICU Conference or book online. 

The Graduate Madison is located just steps from Madison’s iconic State Street district’s dining and shopping, and a stone’s throw from the Memorial Union. The Graduate offers unique amenities near the heart of UW-Madison’s campus.  Enjoy Camp Trippalindee, a summer camp themed rooftop bar with breathtaking views of the State Capitol and picturesque Lake Mendota, a café serving coffee and all-day breakfast in the lobby, and a 24-hour onsite gym.  Enjoy a room design inspired by the lakeshore and college lifestyle complete with cozy beds, workstations, an HD TV, docking stations, and a lounge chair.  Valet parking is available, and pets stay free!

Hampton Inn & Suites

Room Rate: $154/night plus taxes

Reservations may be made by calling the Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown directly at (608) 255-0360 and mention the WI Association of Independent Colleges and Universities group block or book online. All reservations must be made by April 29, 2024 in order to receive the discounted rate.

The Hampton Inn & Suites sits blocks from the heart of downtown Madison, located within walking distance of the Memorial Union and many great local restaurants, shops and other attractions.  Rooms include a 42-inch LCD TV, microwave, a mini-refrigerator, and many additional comfort amenities.  Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and on-site business center to keep you connected.  Take a swim no matter the season in the indoor pool, and stay in shape in the fitness center.  Free hot breakfast is available, or try Basset Street Brunch Club, a local favorite attached to the hotel

Fluno Center

Room Rate: $180/night plus taxes

*State Rate is available for a limited amount of rooms, please contact the hotel directly.

Reservations may be made by calling the Fluno Cetnr directly at (608) 441-7117 and mentioning the WAICU room block. All reservations must be made by April 29, 2024 in order to receive the discounted rate.

The Fluno Center is located on the UW-Madison campus and in the heart of the bustling downtown and cultural center of Madison. Each recently refreshed guest room offers your choice of one or two queen-sized beds, a relaxing Kohler whirlpool both, a spacious workstation, Keurig coffee make, and a 40-inch flat screen high definition TV. 

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