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GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee

2.5 star property
Hotel in Waunakee with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites in Waunakee's business district offers free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, an indoor pool, WiFi, and a 24-hour business center. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed (1st Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (1st Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (1st Floor)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (1st Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (1st Floor)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds (1st Floor)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (2nd Floor) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (2nd Floor)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds (2nd Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (2nd Floor)

Combined shower/tub, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels

Suite, 1 King Bed (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (2nd Floor)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed (2nd Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds (1st Floor)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds (1st Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
975 Frank H St, Waunakee, WI 53597, Waunakee, WI, 53597

What's nearby

  • Ripp Park Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Mousehouse Cheesehaus - 6 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Lake Mendota - 6 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Governor Nelson State Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • American Center - 9 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 26 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Era Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee

Hotel in the business district
GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • ATM/banking services, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee feature perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and computer monitors.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • 48-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 250.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Grandstay & Suites Waunakee
GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee Hotel
GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee Waunakee
GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee Hotel Waunakee

Frequently asked questions

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee pet-friendly?

Yes, GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of USD 250.00 per stay and a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Ripp Park Dog Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Governor Nelson State Park and Yahara Heights County Park Dog Park. Drumlin Ridge Winery and Lake Mendota are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites - Waunakee Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 176 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very comfortable stay and everyone was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had stayed here a few years back and there seems to have been some positive updates since then.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice person at check in. Very very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heaven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fast and efficient. Very welcoming. Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaeden

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and service, dirty floor, bathroom and windowsills
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the wall thermostat and the quiet heater. The pool was lovely but we missed a hot tub. Great room, comfy bed, good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Efficient checkin...friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean quiet facility. Beds were comfortable, nice pool. We didn’t eat breakfast so not sure of the options. We would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet and close to downtown. Very easy to get to the dells and Madison. A lot of good restaurants close by. Very friendly and helpful staff! Breakfast options were limited but all fresh and delicious. Quality over quantity was appreciated. The pool looked very nice. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Experience

Easy access hotel with spacious rooms and extremely reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating of our special needs request.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

No frills, clean hotel

The staff was professional and courteous; we had no issues with check-in or check-out. The room was clean. The property was clean. Breakfast offerings were sufficient. The pool was a good size and the pool area was clean. The fitness center was a small room with a few cardio machines and a bench. The location was great for accessing Madison and the university. Culver’s is located conveniently right next store. Our stay was satisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Started with check in. No one at desk. Required to ring a door bell. Took about 5 minutes for someone to race down from second floor. I had reserved a king suit room. Upon entering room, noticed dust and lint balls on floor and around furniture. A side entrance had a sign about keeping mud outside. Well, there was a mud footprint inside the entrance and remained there the three days we were there so obviously no one cleaned the hallways or entrance area. Later had ants all over a bowl. They didn’t have cups for the coffee machine, no. Reamer/sugar or stirrers. TV in bedroom kept going in and out of service. I would never stay there at a $200/night rate again. Correction, I wouldn’t stay there if someone else paid for the room.
No one in pool are because pool wasn’t heated and temperature in room was colder than the lobby
King suite
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dawnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

15 minutes to airport

Mid-August, flew into Madison airport and drove 15 minutes to hotel. Older hotel that’s been remodeled a few years ago. Late check-in was no problem. Quiet room with comfy king bed on 2nd floor. Note - there is no elevator so you haul your bags upstairs. The desk person offered to help. Room was clean. Air conditioner worked well. Breakfast needs improvement - it’s a basic continental breakfast with waffle machine. I’d stay again for the travel convenience, price and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked my room online and upon my arrival it was a very easy check in. The continental breakfast had a nice selection of yogurt, cereal, bagels and waffles. Juice and coffee were also available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Deanna

A $30 early check-in fee for an hour & 1/2 earlier was ridiculous. I was attending a wedding & which started at 2:30 and the shuttle from the hotel was set to leave by 1:30 to make it to the venue for the ceremony. Also, the bathroom floor was sticky in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

SARAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and convenient place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I thought over all it was nice and clean weird the room did t have a microwave for the popcorn I purchased and no vending machines
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Needs Work

The front desk was not usually manned, so had to ring a bell for serivice. The front desk was dimly lit and not welcoming. The room was fine and comfortable; however, the shower was awful with little water for descent shower or washing hair. Skimpy breakfast bar, only waffles, cold cereal and some pastries. We ate out. Luckily we had a first floor room. No elevator or automatic front doors to facilitate moving luggage. We had no housekeeping service for our two night stay. At the price we paid we should have gotten more. This could be an excellent hotel if the deficiencies I noted were corrected. They have no competition now but a competitor would give them a run for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean place to stay. Friendly prompt service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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