I stayed at this Hilton for my little sister's college graduation. Our family got a good deal, thanks to early planning and Hotwire.
The room was nice, a good size, and clean. The bathroom was a great size, and was big enough for my mom and me to share (though it may have looked like a war-zone when we were finished getting ready!)
There wasn't any continental breakfast, which my mom was upset about, but I didn't mind. We were running late the morning of the graduation after being out drinking in the streets of Madison a little late the night before, and after running downstairs to their restaurant to get something to go, they let me grab some stuff from the buffet for free! I must have looked frazzled enough they thought I was a graduate, about to be late for my commencement? Either way, it was very kind and appreciated.
The hotel could have been walking distance from some bars, but it was quite cold when we there, so we took short cab rides to/from the bars.
All in all, you can always count on a Hilton to be a nice stay with a comfy bed. I'd stay here again if I'm in Madison anytime soon!