Hotels near University of Louisiana at Lafayette vary in campus distance and how you’ll handle parking and transportation. Days Inn by Wyndham Lafayette Scott is about 12 minutes by car from the university, so compare that drive with the location and parking arrangements at other options before booking.
At a glance
- The university’s Travel Center provides local hotel and campus-distance comparisons.
- Girard Park Circle Parking Garage is an hourly lot designated for campus visitors.
- Vehicles parked on campus, including at Cajun Field, need a current parking permit.
- Lafayette Regional Airport offers cab, rental-car, Uber and Lyft service.
Compare Route Distance, Not Just City Names
Check the actual route to campus rather than relying on a hotel’s city name. Compare locations by their connection to campus and the travel time that fits your plans.
For more context on the destination itself, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette visitor guide covers a university visit. If you’re comparing a specific campus-side address with a Scott location, verify the route and travel time for your plans rather than comparing city labels alone.
Check Parking and Room Requirements
Campus parking rules can affect your plans even when your hotel has parking. The university designates Girard Park Circle Parking Garage on Girard Park Circle as an hourly lot for campus visitors. Vehicles parked on campus, including at Cajun Field, must have a current parking permit.
If you plan to park at Cajun Field and continue to Main Campus by commuter bus, note that the university requires a parking permit there. The university’s commuter bus connects Cajun Field with Main Campus. Use the university’s University of Louisiana at Lafayette map to orient yourself around campus as you plan where to park and go.
When comparing lodging, confirm the room details and parking arrangements directly with the hotel. Don’t assume that a hotel’s parking policy covers university lots, or that campus parking is included with your booking.
Consider Airport and Event Access
Lafayette Regional Airport offers cab companies, car-rental agencies, and pickup and drop-off access for Uber and Lyft drivers. If you’re flying in, compare the airport that serves your itinerary with your onward transport.
The airport terminal is at 200 Terminal Drive in Lafayette and operates from 3:00 a.m. until the last flight of the day. For airport-to-hotel planning, the guide to getting to Lafayette Regional Airport from Scott is relevant to this route. Check the official site before you go for current airport and university details.
For university events, also compare the drive to the venue, not just the main campus. Campus venues include Cajun Field, M. L. Tigue Moore Field and Blackham Coliseum.
How the Scott Location Fits a University Visit
Scott can work as a starting point for a university visit if you’re comfortable planning a drive to campus. Consider your daily schedule and how you’ll handle campus parking.
For a visit that also includes downtown Lafayette, Alexandre Mouton House is another destination to factor into your plans. Compare your stops with your campus schedule before choosing where to stay, especially if you expect to travel between several locations.
FAQs
Where can university visitors park?
The university identifies Girard Park Circle Parking Garage as an hourly lot designated for campus visitors. A current permit is required for vehicles parked on campus, including at Cajun Field.
Can you take a bus from Cajun Field to Main Campus?
The university’s commuter bus transports commuters from Cajun Field to Main Campus. A university parking permit is required at Cajun Field.
What transport is available from Lafayette Regional Airport?
Cab companies and car-rental agencies serve the airport, and Uber and Lyft drivers are allowed to pick up and drop off passengers there.