Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Michigan State University

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Property amenity

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2736 E. Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI, 48823
  • Place, Indian Hills Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Wharton Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency, Upgrade)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

East Lansing

Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area places you within a mile (2 km) of Indian Hills Golf Course and Bigelow Thomas Kuhn House. This 78-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Indian Hills Golf Course - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bigelow Thomas Kuhn House - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Wharton Center - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Michigan State University - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Abrams Planetarium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • East Lansing Station - 6 min drive
  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Edge at Akers - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪AI Fusion Sushi & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Morning Post - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pizza House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zhen Ramen & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area

Hotel with free breakfast, near Michigan State University
Renovated in 2020, Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area offers a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include express check-out, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include microwaves, free local calls, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated entire property - 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Streaming services
  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10 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 10 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, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

Guests enjoy the hotel's location in East Lansing based on their ratings, and it's a short 16-minute walk from Indian Hills Golf Course and also 18 minutes on foot from Bigelow Thomas Kuhn House. You'll also find Wharton Center and Massage & Wellness within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area include a casino on the premises?

No, Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, streaming services, and free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area serves free on-the-go breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

The closest major airport to Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area is Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.), which is 8.7 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area.

Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 337 out of 760 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 760 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 760 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 760 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 760 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Exterior is very run down, parking lot in poor condition, old cars in lot looked like people were living in them, key not required to enter the stairwells or the causeways, made the property feel unsafe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donyale

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was recently refurbished and the accomodations were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

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

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service team was wonderful and friendly. The accommodations were poor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vikram

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a good value. The property is older but was overall clean and staff was friendly. Couple things that were not so great were that the day we checked in there was a strong chemical smell from the room. We had to run the AC for hours before that went away. Additionally during the night there was someone lifting heavy stuff and walking with heavy steps for many hours during the night starting around 11pm. I called the front desk multiple times and told them that is is not acceptable and that people need to sleep. They were apologetic but told me that they cannot do anything about the walking. On calling them again they said they will see what they can do and nothing changed. Finally around 1am I gave up and I had to put headphones on with white noise to go back to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sahdev

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
maintained properly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cormac

Disliked: 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
Good location near campus and across from Trader Joe’s. Rooms are not fancy but clean, updated, a good value for the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service
Great price for the night! Older place and
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Labenz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, close to the University and healthy food stores right next door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at this hotel for three days, and all three were a pleasure. The employees such as Melissa were super friendly and helpful throughout my visit. For example, there was a problem with the cable tv, so I requested maintenance to solve the issue. Melissa and another girl who I unfortunately can't recall her name came asap and fixed the problem successfully! If I knew all the employees' names who I interacted with, I'd acknowledge all of them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I stayed here many times. And the staff are at delight and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

4/10 Poor

Allison

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is not disgusting; just really dirty. There are stains on the sheets, and I found more than 3 bugs in my room. I would not dare walk around anywhere without shoes. No hot water. The cable was out more than it was on and it was a HUGE hassle trying to get internet. Will not be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Another pleasant stay

This is the second time I have stayed here for a horse show. The staff are always so pleasant and helpful, and the place is clean well kept. The price is right, and I will continue to use this location every time I need to come to the MSU pavilion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lower than avg area...police twice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy to get too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Satish

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025