Riverboat Inn & Suites

Hotels
8.7 (411 reviews)
906 East 1st Street , Madison , us

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Heating
Laundry
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean facilities
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Small room size
Limited breakfast options
Inconsistent heating

Categories

Cleanliness
8.76
Overall sentiment mentions clean facilities and updated rooms.
Service
9.23
Staff is frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.27
Multiple reviews highlight excellent location and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.22
Room size concerns were raised, but overall cuteness and comfort were noted.
Amenities
8.75
Some amenities like heating were needed, but overall satisfactory.
Value for Money
8.71
Some critiques on breakfast offerings but generally seen as decent value.
Food and Beverage
7.76
Breakfast options were criticized; some guests found it insufficient.
Overall Experience
8.93
Many guests expressed a desire to return and concluded their stays positively.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 13:51

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Stunning Views
Experience a relaxing stay at Riverboat Inn & Suites, where you can enjoy a seasonal outdoor pool and picturesque balcony views of the pool area.

Modern Comfort and Convenience
Our 3-star hotel offers free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with showers and hairdryers in every room.

Exceptional Hospitality and Convenience
Conveniently located just 25 km from General Butler State Park, indulge in comfort and convenience at Riverboat Inn & Suites. Book now and make unforgettable memories.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 411 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.76
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.22
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 7.76
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Dave • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

It’s just a beautiful place. Peaceful place to stay.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Eric • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The staff was very polite and respectful. I enjoyed the artistic direction of the motel.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Livingston • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Staff are fantastic.

Cons:

Breakfast is pathetic. Best not to call it breakfast and be honest. "Wrapped snacks and coffee are available for guests".

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Monty • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

The location
The views the staff always fantastic. Loved being close to the pool

Cons:

We had a smaller room was tight ,but still cozy.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • us
8
Great Venue w Live Music and views..Going to Art Festival in September..Will utilize the shuttle ser
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • us
10
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Colleen • couple • us
7
Overall, we like staying here and plan to return again sometime.
Pros:

Location is near town- convenient to restaurants. The French Quarter building had quiet sleeping quarters. In the main building, breakfast was nice and staff were friendly and helpful. This is the second time that we stayed.

Cons:

The rooms are in the smaller side and the bed was not as comfortable as found at most hotels I’ve stayed at.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great place and view, great customer service.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Danyale • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The staff are fantastic

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • us
7
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

This place is amazing.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Gina • couple • us
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • us
5
Would not stay there again
Pros:

Main hotel had nice bar and deck area.

Cons:

The room in the French Quarter building had the smallest toilet/ shower area I have ever seen. There was NO coffee available until 7 AM anywhere in hotel, and that coffee was terrible. The room had no chair of any kind, just a high stool.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Julis • solo_traveller • us
3
Riverboat Inn - Never Again
Pros:

It was clean

Cons:

Bed was a full size NOT what we booked. Management claimed it was queen. No closet. Only a 12" pole sticking out of wall. TV was 26" at best. No ice or vending machines unless walked nearly 2 city blocks to main building. They claimed it was a garden view. Not a single flower in bloom but a lot of weeds. Were given 2 packs of coffee and after trying to brew it 3 times coffee maker finally spit out 1/3 of a cup. Booked room for 2 adults. Was given 2 thin bath towels, 1 handtowel and only 1 washcloth. Not a single chair, loveseat, recliner or sofa to sit on in the room. There was a tiny wooden stool that was under a tiny desk. Overall a horrible experience. When called with our concerns staff was very cordial in telling us too bad.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Gentry • couple • us
6
Pros:

The patio and live music was wonderful

Cons:

The bed and the air conditioner was very loud!

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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JoAn • solo_traveller • us
9
Nice place with a great view of the river
Pros:

Our economy rooms exceeded our expectations . Very clean with comfortable beds and unique decor. Just a short walk to the main hotel where we enjoyed a nice view of the river and entertainment on the terrace at dusk.

Cons:

The air conditioner in the room was very loud and woke us up everytime it kicked on during the night blowing directly onto the bed. Food selection from the food truck in the evening and the breakfast could offer more variety.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • couple • us
5
At least it was clean.
Pros:

Clean, nice deck overlooking the river, entertainment on the deck with bar was nice. Room had a table and 2. Chairs outside the room overlooking the river which was nice.

Cons:

AC was very loud, could hardly unlock the door because the doorknob was very old, could not figure out how to watch live TV. Room was very small, bathroom was dinky. When I booked this room at the non refundable they send me an email saying the room I booked was not at the main booking and had to drive to it, it seemed a little shady to me.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
8
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee