The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Indoor wedding
Outdoor pool
Fitness facility
Property entrance
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Gym

Explore the area

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3848 West Lakeshore Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808
  • Place, Louisiana State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pete Maravich Assembly Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Tiger Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(141 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Baton Rouge

Located in Highlands - Perkins, The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Louisiana State University and Varsity Theatre. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 128 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Louisiana State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Varsity Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪CC's Coffee House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Chimes - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU

Lakefront hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
At The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • On a lake

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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

  • Service fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-2:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

Is a free cancellation option available at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

This hotel is situated in Highlands - Perkins within a short 14-minute walk of Varsity Theatre and also 19 minutes on foot from John M. Parker Agricultural Coliseum. You'll also find Tiger Stadium and Mississippi River within a short drive.

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

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU feature a casino?

No, The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

This lakeside hotel offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and a bar with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

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

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU though service animals are welcome.

Does The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

The closest major airport to The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), which is 9.7 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU?

No, at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 787 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn’t clean and the bath water was a cloudy brown color. The bathroom door looked like a dog ate up the bottom. The hotel elevators and common areas were not maintained and had damages that looked neglected for years. The hotel definitely needs a renovation. Do not recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan or Jill

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel stay was amazing! From the moment we were greeted at check in by Ms. Green, to our visit to the gift shop, up until checkout, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. My only regret is that we didn’t stay longer! Will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemery

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna, Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed spaciousness in room. Quiet despite how busy it was. The air in room ran really cold!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Cook Hotel during our freshman kiddo drop off to college. Hotel is part of LSU , located on university property which is super convenient. Our double room got upgraded to suite. Room was spotless clean and beds are very comfortable. The only issue was with AC not cooling very well due to heat advisory, so room was a bit too warm for my liking. Staff is very professional and friendly. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Fritz

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location, terrible service

This hotel is well-located and offers a pretty average complimentary breakfast. We have stayed previously and returned because of the convenience to the LSU campus. On this stay, we traveled with a toddler and housekeeping proved to be a huge failure. On our second day they made the bed and gave us fresh towels but ignored all of the cleaning aspects so we returned after a 14 hour work day to find the garbage pail full (including soiled diapers). Dirty towels on the bathroom floor. No vacuuming. No cleaning sinks. The coffee maker malfunctioned so there was a tray and several cups that required attention. There was also no replenishing of water, shampoo or the courtesy coffee. We told the front desk and they assured us management would be in touch but that never happened and we were just too tired to seek them out before check out. We felt very insulted by this oversight. It felt intentional.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omari

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Overall it was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dilshan

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tajuana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, South Boston

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

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025