Pavlof Volcano, taken from the International Space Station

Volcanic ash from Pavlof Volcano as photographed by astronauts aboard the International Space Station on May 18, 2013 (credit: NASA)

The Lowell Center

Just 1 block east of the Pyle Center and close to State Street, The Lowell Center is the accommodations component of the UW-Extension Service, working in conjunction with the Pyle Center. An expanded continental breakfast is included as well as the use of an indoor pool, sauna, and beautiful new fitness room. The fitness room is equipped with treadmills, a stair climber, elliptical machines, a recumbent bike, and free weights with bench. Hours for the fitness center are 6:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Ellipticals and treadmills are Nike+ compatible, and many have headphone jacks.

Lowell Center guestroom

These guestrooms are furnished with either two double beds or with one queen-size bed, and offer a full array of amenities:

  • In-room Keurig coffee makers
  • Mini-refrigerators in every room
  • am/fm clock radios with iPod docking stations
  • Hair dryers
  • Bath & Body Works toiletries
  • Irons and ironing boards
  • 32" flat screen tvs with cable
  • Telephones
  • Large work areas with desktop surfaces
  • High-speed Internet access and complimentary wireless access throughout the building.

There are 30 rooms in this block. Parking fee is $10 and should be requested as soon as possible as spaces are limited. Reservations can be made by phone. Current federal rate is $89/night.

  • Group Name:
  • Check-in availability:
    • 29 June 2015
  • Check-out availability:
    • 3 July 2015
  • Booking Deadline:
    • 13 June 2015
  • Hotel Address:
    • 610 Langdon Street or 610 North Francis Street (GPS)
      Madison, Wisconsin 53703-1104 USA
      608.256.2621 or
      866.391.1753 (toll-free)

For more information, contact Maria Vasys.