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The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Louisiana State University

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Outdoor pool
Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Lobby
Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Gym

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3848 West Lakeshore Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808
  • Louisiana State University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Tiger Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Raising Cane's River Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Baton Rouge

Highlands - Perkins stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Highlands - Perkins hotel, you'll find Louisiana State University and Varsity Theatre. Pete Maravich Assembly Center and LSU Ticket Office are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Louisiana State University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pete Maravich Assembly Center - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Tiger Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Alex Box Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Raising Cane's River Center - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chimes - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪LSU Student Union - On-the-Geaux - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU

3-star hotel near Louisiana State University
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business center and 8 meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Baton Rouge hotel is smoke free.

  • 128 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU offers 128 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Baton Rouge hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 for adults and USD 12.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Cook Hotel Baton Rouge
Cook Hotel
Cook Baton Rouge
The Cook Hotel Conference Center
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU Hotel
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU Baton Rouge
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU Hotel Baton Rouge

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU to the airport?

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU is 9.7 mi (13-min drive) away from the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU on Jun 23, 2025 start from $204.49, 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.

Does The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU.

Does The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15.00 for adults and USD 12.00 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Belle of Baton Rouge Casino (6-min drive) and Hollywood Casino (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU have a pool?

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU to downtown Baton Rouge?

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU is 3.5 mi away from Baton Rouge.

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 811 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hamid

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and Convenient.

All was well. Unfortunately, breakfast was cold and no microwave to heat up the egg, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good service and location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary ELLEN, Baton Rouge

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there to see LSU so it was very convenient. The rooms were very comfortable and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very polite, rooms were clean and it was quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

always great

Came to watch LSU baseball, have stayed here multiple time. Great location, clean rooms, personable staff, great atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geralyn

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Wasn’t even able to stay there after I booked
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Cook anytime we come to Baton Rouge to visit our Tiger. It’s the best hotel in town, so it’s hard to book at times. Everything about it is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect weekend!

Excellent! Clean, friendly staff! Everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bone MBE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect location for anyone visiting LSU campus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I never expected a hotel on a college campus to feel so inviting and calming. The rooms were comfortable and the breakfast was delicious! I was very impressed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying on the campus of LSU close to our grandson. We arrived early and the staff had a room ready for us to check in. The staff were so friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Art

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dayna

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Took 3 trips down to the front desk to actually get a room . The staff was unprofessional , unfriendly , and had a bad attitude . The initial room key issued actually opened the door to a room that someone was already staying with all of their personal belongings in the room that we accessed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Deanna

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025