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Livingston Inn: Traveler Reviews

752 E. Gorham Street, Madison, WI 53703
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Livingston Inn
Ranked #2 of 8 Madison B&B and Inns
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Morristown
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Wonderful Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2012

We spent a fabulous week-end at the Livingston Inn in October - could not have been better! Highly recommend the Inn to everyone. it was our first visit back to Madison since graduating in 1984 - we brought our two teen-agers along as well. Peggy and Dave were gracious, informative and made us all feel so comfortable. Next time we are back we will definitely be staying at the Inn.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Best B and B in Madison”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2012

Peggy made us feel at home, took care of all of our needs - including knowing the local restaurant scene. Highlights: great breakfast, charming building, luxury amenities. 20 minute walk to campus along the lake helped burn off the great breakfast.

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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Saint Louis, Missouri
1 review
“Wonderul Weekend in Madison”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

Anyone heading to Madison, Wisconsin should consider staying at The Livingston Inn if they can get in. If there is no availability, you should change the dates of travel. We stayed in the Garden House..the room has 11 sky lights. It was so cool during a very rainy night. The view of the sunset over Lake Mendota was beautiful and the heart of Madison is just a 10 minute walk. Peggy suggested two restaurants and we went to both: Fore Quarter and Graze...both fabulous. The breakfasts at the Inn were wonderful and we met some great people from Chicago, Washington D.C. and Las Vegas. Peggy and Dave could not have been more charming hosts. When we go back we will most certainly stay at the Livingston Inn.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Orlando, Florida
1 review
“Loved it !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 15, 2012

We stayed at the Livingston Inn a couple of weeks ago and we had a wonderful stay. We stayed in the Garden house, which is a separate one-room house in the backyard. The view on the lake is breathtaking and it's surrounded by gardens. Peggy and Dave are wonderful hosts and treated us like family. It felt like home. The gourmet breakfast and pastries were delicious. Not to mention their adorable and very smart puppy. We had such a lovely time. Thank you !

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Madison, Wisconsin
1 review
“Very nice place, awesome hosts”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2012

We stayed here for our wedding night and LOVED it!!!! The room was beautiful, and the hosts were very gracious!!! We were looking for a cute place in downtown Madison besides the Mansion Hill Inn and feel like it was every bit as awesome as we had hoped! Thank you!!! The breakfast food was pretty tasty, and they were very helpful in trying to make dinner reservations for us. The room was very cozy and romantic, and the garden view was wonderful.We would recommend to anyone looking for that kind of spot,and we wouldn't trade it for a big hotel suite any day!

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Livingston Inn

Also Known As:
Livingston Hotel Madison
Livingston Hotel
Address: 752 E. Gorham Street, Madison, WI 53703
Region: United States > Wisconsin > Madison
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 8 B&Bs / Inns in Madison
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Experience the history of a 160-year old Gothic revival mansion in one of the most eclectic cities in North America. Feel at home on your next getaway or business trip with the warmth and charm of Midwestern hospitality. Discover The Livingston Inn -- a Madison bed & breakfast as unique and special as the city itself. ... more   less 

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