Lafayette, Louisiana, is called the "Hub City," and is the largest metro area between Houston, Texas, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Home to the capital of Cajun country, Lafayette is a vibrant city with celebrated restaurants, diverse cultural activities and nearby wildlife. The Hampton Inn & Suites is centrally located with several amenities.
The Hampton's quiet locale belies its downtown location. Surrounded by tall trees and crepe myrtles, The Hampton's rooms and suites feature Cloud Nine beds, complimentary high-speed Internet access, lap desks for computing and coffee makers; some accommodations include a microwave and fridge. Before taking off for a busy day, guests enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast or breakfast-to-go bag. The dining area adjacent to the lobby is airy and spacious, with a large flat-screen TV to catch up on the news.
While in Lafayette, sample some down-home Cajun and Creole cooking. The best locations are usually open only during the day and are known as "plate lunch places." Ask the staff at the Hampton front desk to recommend a spot--there are several nearby--and enjoy this authentic, local and wallet-friendly food.
If you want to see beautiful wildlife, but don't have time to spare, Lake Martin is on the edge of Lafayette and home to the largest nesting area of migratory birds in the United States. Pick up a copy of one of Lafayette's free weekly newspapers, The Independent or The Times of Acadiana, for a listing of music, theater, visual arts and festivals: there's always something happening.
