The Edgewater  

In the heart of downtown Madison, sitting on the water’s edge of Lake Mendota. Steps from the Wisconsin State Capitol, Overture Center for the Arts and the University of Wisconsin–Madison, with theaters, museums and eclectic shops all within a short walk.

An Art Deco luxury hotel with 202 rooms and an urban-resort vibe. Many rooms offer lake views, pillowtop beds with premium/Egyptian cotton sheets, flat-screen TVs and refrigerators. Bathrooms feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Expect a polished, slightly edgy atmosphere and plenty of spots to soak up the water view.

Full-service spa with massages and facials, plus a spa tub/hot tub, steam room and sauna for serious unwinding. Fitness center and yoga area keep the routine intact. Concierge, gift shop, hair salon, on-site parking, laundry/dry cleaning and a picnic area are available. Complimentary on-property shuttle within 2 miles; airport transfers can be arranged on request.

24-hour business center and computer station, limo/town-car service and express check-in. More than 44,000 sq ft of event space with multiple meeting rooms. High-speed wired and wireless internet access available.

Home to The Statehouse, serving American cuisine for brunch, lunch and dinner. Multiple on-site restaurants, a coffee shop/café and several bars and lounges keep options easy. Room service is available (hours vary) and daily breakfast is offered for a fee.