Really, "The best in thirty years of traveling"? Yes. And the reasons are 1) the location is fantastic and 2) I have never felt more comfortable when on the road. Not fancy, not all the gee-gaws of a higher-priced hotel, but charming, clean and cozy, and almost perfect. The rooms were redolent of clean, fresh linen and no flaw could be found. Certainly, nothing is larger than it has to be but that was just fine. Your room has an actual brass key rather than a magnetic card that reminds you that you are just as disposable. We felt at home from the moment we arrived and throughout the weekend.
Half a block from State Street and with the campus and capitol within walking distance, I could not believe that this gem is just a block from the notorious University Inn.
The staff was top-notch in friendliness and competency except for the lounge attendant on the Saturday night we were there and who is the only reason for a less than Excellent rating. (And once her hirsute boyfriend showed up, nothing could be had without an interruption.)
My one sadness is that we were there for my daughter's graduation and I cannot see that I will be returning to Madison in the future. But if I do, I know where we are staying!

I stayed at the Dahlmann Campus Inn for two nights in November 2012. I was travelling alone from the UK for a business trip and was a bit nervous about arriving in Madison, but the Dalmann Campus Inn felt like home instantly. The rooms are very comfortable, quiet, spacious and clean with charming old-school glamour decor. The bed was so comfy it felt like sleeping on a cloud! The bathroom was lovely with a nice shower. The staff were very helpful and courteous and the breakfast service was lovely. Excellent wifi connection. Location couldn't be better - just seconds from State Street with all it's lovely quirky shops and restaurants. If I come to Madison again I will definitely stay here.

I've always enjoyed returning to this classic location - it is a special place for special occasions. The Campus Inn is a peaceful escape from stressful travel, convenient and accessible, always well appointed and full of tasty treats in the Chancellor's Club. It consistently provides a home away from home whenever I am fortunate enough to return to Madison.

We were in Madison for a long-weekend visit and football game, initially staying at the Lowell Center, when our flight to the east coast was cancelled due to Hurrican Sandy. As the Lowell could not accommodate us, we walked across the street and secured a room at the Campus Inn--an experience that quickly reminded us that some clouds indeed have silver linings. As previously stated, the location and rooms are superb. In addition, the hotel offers free parking on-site or cab service to and from the airport and free breakfast in the morning and free appetizers in the bar at night. What distinguishes this hotel even more, however, is its staff. Due to the circumstances, we ended up staying five nights, extending our visit as our flights were repeatedly cancelled. Aware that we were stranded and concerned about the situation at home, the staff could not have been more gracious or generous--genuinely friendly while displaying incredible professionalism. Special thanks to Lindsey, Marcus, Paul and Stephen for their empathy, help and advice. Our stay was a wonderful experience and we offer our sincere thanks. Simply stated, If you are going to Madison, stay here.