WHERE TO STAY
Courtyard Baton Rouge Downtown
260 Third Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
225-831-4646
Located at the iconic corner of Florida and Third Street, the Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown is in the epicenter of Downtown Baton Rouge. Four blocks from the Start/Finish and with a Starbucks inside, it's your perfect race hotel. Check out the bar and grab you a PR, and enjoy a grab-and-go breakfast race morning, as well as late checkout options.
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
201 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
800-955-6962
The Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center offers prime location, affordable rates, extended checkouts, 4-star service, and all of this while being in the center of all the action! Enjoy the historic surroundings of the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center hotel. Located downtown less than five minutes to the Louisiana State Capitol, and three miles from Louisiana State University. Take the complimentary shuttle to and from the airport and within a five-mile radius of our Baton Rouge, LA hotel. Breathe easy in our smoke-free environment.
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
462 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
225-382-2100
3 1/2 blocks to Start/Finish
The Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the bustling downtown business district. This modern hotel in downtown Baton Rouge is within walking distance to local attractions, businesses, the state capitol, and just a short drive to Louisiana State University or Southern University. Take advantage of the excellent location and enjoy a short walk into North Boulevard Town Square to enjoy live concerts and weekend festivals. Visit local attractions like the Shaw Center for the Arts and the Louisiana State Museum, or take the family for a fun day out to one of the beautiful city parks. We are also a shortalk from a variety of exciting restaurants and bars, as well as the Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.
BATON ROUGE METROPOLITAN AIRPORT
GEAUX RUN LOUISIANA
Here, in this little corner of the American South, European traditions blend with Caribbean influences to create a history as colorful as the local architecture, and food that is legendary. Haitian and African Creoles developed an exotic, spicy cuisine and were instrumental in creating Jazz and Zydeco.
Pick Your Passion – there’s lots to do around the state before and after your run. Click Here for LOUISIANA Travel and more information on planning your next trip.
EXPERIENCE THE CITY – THE RED STICK – FROM START TO FINISH
Running The Louisiana Marathon can be an indulgent dip into the eclectic culture, lush landscape, welcoming community, and rich palate of this incomparable state.
You will run beside the mighty Mississippi, through historic, oak-lined neighborhoods, along a cypress dotted bayou, and then land in a Finish Festival filled with mouth-watering Louisiana cuisine, drink, and local music. In Louisiana, we run to eat and drink, and we want to show you how it’s done!
Fly into Baton Rouge and take a cab to your downtown hotel. We encourage you to explore our beautiful state and to Pick Your Passion, because we truly appreciate the Louisiana culture. You’ll appreciate that from Monday to Sunday of race week you can walk everywhere.
PRIVATE GROUP TRANSPORTATION
For participants in the Louisiana Marathon seeking private transportation, three trusted providers are available to make your travel plans easier and more convenient:
Easy New Orleans Charter Bus
Easy New Orleans Charter Bus offers practical group transportation options for marathon participants and supporters traveling to Baton Rouge. Their fleet includes various bus sizes, ensuring they can accommodate groups of all kinds, from small teams to larger parties. With a focus on comfort and reliability, they simplify the logistics of getting to the race so you can focus on the big day.
National Charter Bus
National Charter Bus provides versatile transportation services across Louisiana. If you’re arranging a bus rental from New Orleans or need local transportation in Baton Rouge, they offer flexible solutions for groups of any size. For those traveling from farther away, such as northern Louisiana, a Shreveport charter bus can provide a comfortable and efficient way to get to the marathon. Whether you're traveling a short or long distance, their services are designed to make your trip seamless.
Shreveport Charter Bus Company
Shreveport Charter Bus Company is another option that offers group transportation services to help make travel around the state simple. With a variety of bus options available, they can accommodate groups of all sizes, whether you're traveling with a running team, volunteers, or supporters.
