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Howard Johnson East Lansing
1100 Trowbridge Rd
East Lansing, Michigan

Towneplace Suites by Marriott East Lansing
2855 Hannah Blvd
East Lansing, Michigan

Marriott East Lansing at University Place
300 Mac Ave
East Lansing, Michigan

Super 8 East Lansing / University Area
2736 E Grand River Ave
East Lansing, Michigan

Gatehouse Suites East Lansing
1600 E Grand River Ave
East Lansing, Michigan

KELLOGG HOTEL
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
East Lansing, Michigan

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites East Lansing
2924 West Rd
East Lansing, Michigan

Hampton Inn East Lansing
2500 Coolidge Rd
East Lansing, Michigan


Hotel Tips

Most hotel offer a complimentary breakfast bar or even a full cafe meal with your choice of a full menu. Keep in mind that some offer nothing at all so it is a good idea to pack a few packets of instant oatmeal for a quick and easy meal before you head out for the day.

Call ahead to make sure your reservation is still active and rebook if there are any price drops or changes in number of people staying with you. Another cost saving tips is to bundle the stay with airport parking and shuttle to avoid hefty fees.

Always tip staff when you feel the service was great and don't forget the housekeeping staff which you may never see. You should tip every day if you are staying multiple days as the staff may rotate out and miss the bounty at the end.



Things To Do

East Lansing has several options for shopping for specialty food items that are not found in regular grocery stores. Shops tailored for "foodies" offer tastings of the products as well as scheduled culinary classes to perfect your skills. Shop for infused oils, salts and spices from around the World!

East Lansing visitors are always welcome and you will receive exceptional service from local merchant-owners as opposed to staff at the big box retailers. We take the extra time to make sure that you how to make best use of your purchase and that you get exactly what you need.

East Lansing is the place to buy jewelry offered by downtown merchants with a wide variety of lovely earrings, necklaces, bracelets and of course diamond rings. You are sure to find the top artisan brands and jewelry maker that brings a special touch to each piece offered.



Why Do You Love Downtown?

Jessica L Smith
Love the atmosphere and the people!

Molly MacTaggart
Always love quaint, historic downtown areas, late April will be our first visit to Dillon.

Sharon Skipton
Will be there in a week. Looks like a great town!

Krista Bailey
fun and fun

Angela Corrigan
Convenient, friendly. Stayed at Kermit inn.


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