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The Ridge Hotel Portage

2.0 star property
Motel in Portage with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
King Jacuzzi Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Queen Executive Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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2900 New Pinery Road, Portage, WI, 53901
  • Place, Museum at the Portage
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wisconsin River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cascade Mountain Ski Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Queen Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Executive Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

King Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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King Jacuzzi Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

King Jacuzzi Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Portage

The Ridge Hotel Portage is located 3 mi (4.9 km) from Wisconsin River and within a 10-minute drive of Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters. This 56-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Museum at the Portage - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Wisconsin River - 3 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Cascade Mountain Ski Area - 7 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Historic Indian Agency House - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 3 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dinos - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Ridge Hotel Portage

Motel in Portage with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of The Ridge Hotel Portage enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and an arcade/game room. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This smoke-free motel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and desks are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Portage Ridge
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Ridge Portage
The Ridge Hotel Portage Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Ridge Hotel Portage?

The Ridge Hotel Portage provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ridge Hotel Portage?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ridge Hotel Portage on Dec 6, 2025 start from $80.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of The Ridge Hotel Portage?

This motel is located in Portage, close to Cascade Mountain Ski Area, Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters, and North Country National Scenic Trail. Wisconsin River is also within a driving distance of 2.8 mi.

Is there parking available at The Ridge Hotel Portage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does The Ridge Hotel Portage feature a casino?

No, The Ridge Hotel Portage doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Ridge Hotel Portage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Ridge Hotel Portage a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Ridge Hotel Portage have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does The Ridge Hotel Portage feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Ridge Hotel Portage doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Ridge Hotel Portage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Ridge Hotel Portage.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ridge Hotel Portage?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Ridge Hotel Portage?

No, at The Ridge Hotel Portage, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Ridge Hotel Portage Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 689 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 689 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 689 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 122 out of 689 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 121 out of 689 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a quiet hotel. Very nice roo.s but, no glasses for water.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I would stay again. However, I feel the room wasn't to the cost. Thank you for un
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lobby smelled like animal urine and smoke. The room was cleaned but also smelled so, so bad. Again animal urine, smoke....I dont know but it really ruins the hotel. I have spent less at nice hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mercy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yevheniia

We stayed for two nights. Clean, fresh. I recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Antonia

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice, but the whole hotel was dirty. We were looking forward to the pool. It wasn’t working. We were looking forward to a breakfast. There wasn’t any the area was very isolated. Broken glass and trash outside, not appealing at all the air conditioning barely work. The gym wasn’t working no equipment online. It says that all these amenities were included. There were none.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Cleanliness and useablility.

Bed was comfy. Everywhere you went smelt like smoke. The bath tub was dirty and could be resealed. Some of the wiring was faulty and certain outlits didnt work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Delila

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was ok it doesn't offer any complimentary utensils, the ice machine has been broken for years, and the pool is closed. What's also sucks is that the gym recently closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Virgil

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Lori

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old mattresses, dirty carpet, spots on the wall, etc.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michele

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was horrible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They put me a room in the basement, said there was a pool, wasn't one, nothing they advertised was available or even there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ed

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An average good stay. Bathroom not the cleanest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ed

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nariha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was okay alittle dirty and a little loud.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chuck

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poor internet-no pool (they advertise one)- no coffee...Just a overpriced mess. No coming back again. Smell in the room irritated my nose.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Braxton

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Kim

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is now a hotel that has full time people living there. It was no smoking but the hall smelled terrible of smoke. Our room was clean but the halls have not been vacuumed in a long time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a little trouble with key card. It got fixed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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