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If you’re having difficulty finding a motel in Rio, allow Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from over 274 accommodations in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

At most motels, you’ll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Here are some of our customers’ top motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Madison, WI - East is located 22.6 mi (36.4 km) from the heart of Rio. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Valued Stay Aloha: Free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Central Rio is 23.9 mi (38.5 km) away. Thunderbird Motor Inn Baraboo: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 24.5 mi (39.4 km) from the heart of Rio. Rodeway Inn & Suites Madison East: Central Rio is 21.7 mi (34.9 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. The Ridge Hotel Portage: 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from the heart of Rio. Enjoy access to the arcade/game room, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area, Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area, and Swan Lake. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Sun Prairie Ice Arena, Sun Prairie Family Aquatic Center, and Happy Hollow Park. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Cascade Mountain Ski Area, Beaver Dam Bay Marina, and Devil’s Head Ski Resort.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Rio to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 24°F. The snowiest months in Rio are January, December, March, and November, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Rio to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), which is located 22.1 mi (35.6 km) away from the city center. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.