Madison Golf Trip Cost
What does a Madison, Wisconsin golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 5 courses, 2 lodging options, and 4 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$340
Golf (2 rounds): $70Lodging (3 nights): $150Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$668
Golf (2 rounds): $132Lodging (3 nights): $356Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1175
Golf (2 rounds): $230Lodging (3 nights): $675Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
5 courses ranging from $35 to $115 per round with cart.
Budget (1 course)
Pleasant View Golf Course$35–$55
Solid (2 courses)
The Oaks Golf Course$42–$70
Hawks Landing Golf Club$49–$79
Premium (2 courses)
University Ridge Golf Course$69–$115
The Legend at Bergamont$55–$89
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| house | 12–16 | $600–$1800 | $150/pp | $75/pp | $50/pp |
| house | 10–14 | $400–$1000 | $100/pp | $50/pp | $33/pp |
Activity Costs
Capitol Square Bar Crawl2-3 hours
$20–$40/ppLake Mendota Boat Rentalhalf day
$40–$80/ppVitense Golfland2-3 hours
$15–$35/ppCave of the Mounds2-3 hours
$20–$30/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Madison
- Walk instead of riding — 5 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Mix in casual spots — 2 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.