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Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Cascade Mountain Ski Area

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Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Property entrance
Hallway
Exterior
Escape to the rural charm of Days Inn by Wyndham Portage, where a warm welcome awaits with free to-go breakfast and laundry facilities. With amenities like free in-room WiFi, RV/bus/truck parking, ATM/banking services, tour/ticket assistance and coffee/tea in the lobby you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1-Bedroom Suite, Second Floor, No Elevator, NSMK | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1-Bedroom Suite, Second Floor, No Elevator, NSMK

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Portage, Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glacial Lake Wisconsin and North Country National Scenic Trail, while Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters and Aldo Leopold Foundation are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Kalahari Indoor Waterpark. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and snow tubing.
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North 5781 Kinney Road, Portage, WI, 53901

What's nearby

  • Cascade Mountain Ski Area - 2 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Glacial Lake Wisconsin - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 18 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort - 21 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Devil's Lake State Park - 32 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 10 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clark's Speedway Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Iron Skillet - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪A & W Pour House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Portage Asian Cuisine - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cathay Garden - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area

Hotel near Glacial Lake Wisconsin
Located close to Cascade Mountain Ski Area, Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area provides free to-go breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a vending machine, and ATM/banking services
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a state park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1980
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: USD 1.50 per night

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, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Days Inn Hotel Portage
Days Inn Wyndham Portage Hotel
Portage Days Inn
Days Inn Portage Hotel Portage
Days Inn Portage Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Portage
Days Inn by Wyndham Portage Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Portage Portage
Days Inn by Wyndham Portage Hotel Portage

Frequently asked questions

Does Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area have a pool?

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

Is Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area located?

Situated in a state park, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Glacial Lake Wisconsin, Cascade Mountain Ski Area, and Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters. North Country National Scenic Trail and Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Cascade Mountain area Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 211 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 157 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 136 out of 1006 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ephrathah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly .. room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady on the front desk was super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

yeissi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An accessible, comfortable and economical site
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ephrathah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extra accommodating and nice. The room was clean, the pool area could have been a bit more clean but not bad. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and we're able to get what we needed if we needed anything extra. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jenni

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful suite, worth the cost
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was A Average Hotel no Complaints
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debra S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice place. Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

OTHERON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property seemed clean enough. The room is tiny and left much to be desired.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location. The staff was friendly. They also made accommodations for our pet. We would recommend this hotel for srays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

kathryn

It was convenient for a late night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelvin

Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and customer service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Monty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was very happy with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Syed

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property smells bad. The floors and walls needs a makeover. Staff was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Saw a cockroach running laps around the toilet!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was easy access to the freeways and inexpensive. However, the bathroom door didn't shut because of the humidity and the bathroom fan didn't work and sounded like an airplane taking off. It was fine for a night's stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Cliff

Friendly staff but hard to get ahold of.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and cozy. Truck parking was available. Everything was exceptional!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Amenities
It was satisfactory
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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