Last updated October 9, 2026 · ranked from 6,370 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 8 hotels in and around East Lansing, MI, led by Wild Goose Inn, Graduate by Hilton East Lansing and Marriott East Lansing at University Place. Together they have 6,370 Google reviews; Wild Goose Inn has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in East Lansing, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Fireplaces, Jacuzzis and a full breakfast give Wild Goose Inn a distinctive offering among places to stay in East Lansing, MI. Its No. 1 rank is supported by a 4.9 Google rating from 279 reviews, with guests praising the clean, comfortable rooms, kind hosts and breakfast. The nature-inspired rooms also include free Wi-Fi. At 512 Albert Ave, the inn puts guests within walking distance of restaurants and coffee shops, while one reviewer highlights its location right next to the university.
Fireplaces and Jacuzzis
Full breakfast
Walkable dining options
“We LOVED our stay here! Room was amazing, breakfast was so delicious, the inn keeper was very kind, and the location right next to the university made it a great place to walk and very close to restaurants and coffee shops!”
A top-floor bar and restaurant gives Graduate by Hilton East Lansing a distinguishing feature among its on-site amenities. The hotel at 133 Evergreen Ave in East Lansing, MI also offers a coffee shop and gym, bringing dining, coffee, and exercise into the same property. Its described chic quarters and 4.6 Google rating from 1,389 reviews support its second-place ranking. The supplied reviews add a personal detail: guests praise helpful service and a welcoming valet experience.
On-site dining and recreation help Marriott East Lansing at University Place earn the No. 3 spot. At 300 M. A. C. Ave in East Lansing, MI, the hotel has a modern American restaurant, an indoor pool and an exercise room, bringing several useful facilities under one roof. Its Google rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 1,074 reviews, and one reviewer specifically praises the service and location. The property also states that it welcomes LGBTQ guests.
Modern American restaurant
Indoor pool
Exercise room
“Excellent service and best location for this area”
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With 35,000 square feet of meeting space, Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center earns rank 4 for combining lodging, conference facilities, an on-site restaurant, and a free airport shuttle. Located at 219 S Harrison Rd in East Lansing, MI, it holds a 4.4 Google rating from 1,889 reviews. Reviewers praise the large conference rooms, catering, and helpful service. One guest also reported smooth check-in and clean, well-maintained rooms, though they found the rooms small and the beds uncomfortable.
Extensive meeting space
On-site restaurant
Free airport shuttle
“Had some great wings after the game very very good. Give it a try.”
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Free hot breakfast, WiFi and parking give Hampton Inn East Lansing a practical foundation for its No. 5 spot. At 2500 Coolidge Rd in East Lansing, MI, the hotel also offers an indoor pool and fitness center. Its 4.4-star Google rating across 620 reviews is backed by specific praise: one business traveler described a clean room, polite staff and attentive breakfast service, while a guest visiting during MSU move-in singled out the morning front desk staff.
Free hot breakfast
WiFi and parking
Indoor pool
“Rooms were recently updated but the workmanship is very poor.”
An indoor pool, gym, and free breakfast give SpringHill Suites on Trowbridge Road a practical basis for its No. 6 spot among hotels in East Lansing, MI. The property offers straightforward rooms in a relaxed setting and holds a 4.2 Google rating from 387 reviews. One guest specifically praised a clean room, friendly staff, and a location convenient for meetings. Those positives sit alongside complaints about check-in, checkout, and ants in a room, making the review record mixed rather than uniformly strong.
Indoor pool
On-site gym
Free breakfast
“Did the trick. Not sure why it costs about $50 more than other equal hotels but I was decent for what we needed.”
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Free breakfast, parking, and WiFi give Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Lansing by IHG a practical basis for its No. 7 spot. Located at 2924 West Rd in East Lansing, MI, the hotel also offers an indoor pool and fitness center. Its Google rating is 4 out of 5 across 602 reviews. Supplied guest comments praise breakfast, a smooth check-in, and helpful service, though one guest reported worn beds. The combination of included services and shared amenities earns it a place on this list.
Free breakfast
Indoor pool
Free parking and WiFi
“I had a great stay! The room was great, the complimentary breakfast really hit the spot, and the check-in experience was smooth and welcoming. The customer service was excellent throughout my stay.
A special shoutout to Mona for assisti…”
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Attentive service gives WoodSpring Suites East Lansing - University Area its strongest case for rank 8 among hotels in East Lansing, MI. Positive reviewers describe the staff as friendly, helpful and accommodating; one calls the property well cared for, while another reports a peaceful, pleasant stay. The hotel also welcomes LGBTQ guests. Its 3.4-star Google rating across 130 reviews reflects mixed experiences, with other guests reporting noise, room odor and an uncomfortable bed—drawbacks that keep this selection at the lower end of the list.
Helpful staff praised
Welcomes LGBTQ guests
Peaceful stay reported
“Unfortunately, I had a pretty bad experience here. I came across a few people inside and around the hotel who seemed a bit unusual, and the room itself had a strange smell.
The biggest issue was the noise. There was loud music late into…”
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How we ranked this list
Each hotel is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the East Lansing category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which hotel in East Lansing, MI has the highest Google rating?
Wild Goose Inn at 512 Albert Ave leads the guide with a 4.9 rating from 279 reviews. Graduate by Hilton at 133 Evergreen Ave has a 4.6 rating from a larger total of 1,389 reviews.
Which hotels in East Lansing, MI include breakfast and parking?
Hampton Inn at 2500 Coolidge Rd includes free hot breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi. Holiday Inn Express & Suites at 2924 West Rd also offers free breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi. Both have indoor pools and fitness centers; their Google ratings are 4.4 from 620 reviews and 4.0 from 602 reviews, respectively.
Where can I find an indoor pool in East Lansing, MI?
Options include Marriott at University Place at 300 M. A. C. Ave, Hampton Inn at 2500 Coolidge Rd, Holiday Inn Express & Suites at 2924 West Rd, and SpringHill Suites at 1100 Trowbridge Rd. SpringHill Suites also offers a gym and free breakfast.
Which hotel in East Lansing, MI offers conference space and an airport shuttle?
Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center at 219 S Harrison Rd offers 35,000 square feet of meeting space, an on-site restaurant, and a free airport shuttle. One guest review praises its large conference rooms and catering. The hotel can be reached at +1 517-432-4000.
Where can I book a room with a fireplace and Jacuzzi in East Lansing, MI?
Wild Goose Inn at 512 Albert Ave offers nature-inspired rooms with fireplaces and Jacuzzis, plus free Wi-Fi and full breakfast. Guest reviews specifically praise the fireplace and Jacuzzi tub, and several describe nearby dining within walking distance.
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