The nearby hotels we contacted told us that based on the time of year there isn't much benefit or discount in getting room blocks. So instead here are a variety of options for nearby hotels. Please stay where feels comfortable for you!
(There are many, many hotels in and around Madison that are not listed here. Those listed here are not any better nor worse than those not on the list. We just wanted to share a variety for those out of town who have no idea where to even start looking)
To start, here are some hotels that are in or around the Monona area. These are about a 10 minute drive to the venue and are a pretty straight shot down Monona Drive. These would be a good option for those that do not feel comfortable driving around Madison, especially at night.
Here are some hotels that are close to East Towne Mall. These will be about a 10-15 minute drive to the venue and involve some highway driving. There are plenty of places to eat, shop, and see near these hotels.
Here are some hotels that are closer to downtown Madison. These are also about a 10 minute drive from the venue, though this may increase significantly depending on traffic and construction (which we have plenty of in Madison). These hotels are likely going to be more expensive, though are a great option if you are looking to make a weekend out of this and be a shorter distance to the sightseeing, food scenes, and nightlife offered downtown.