Holiday Inn Lafayette-City Centre LOCAL AREA

Just five minutes from our front door, Purdue University is the heartbeat of Greater Lafayette and one of the nation's top public research universities. Campus tours, commencement, athletic events at Ross-Ade Stadium and Mackey Arena, and family weekends draw visitors year-round. The campus spans West Lafayette with landmarks like the Purdue Memorial Union and the Engineering Fountain. Whether visiting a student or attending a game, our downtown location makes getting to campus easy.

Ross–Ade Stadium (formerly Purdue Stadium) is a stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana. It is the home of the Purdue University Boilermakers football team. The stadium was built to replace Stuart Field, which had been hosting Purdue football since 1892. It is named for David E. Ross and George Ade, the principal benefactors. Ross–Ade Stadium opened on November 22, 1924 with a seating capacity of 13,500 and standing room for an additional 5,000 people.

Wolf Park is a nonprofit education and research facility which was established in 1972 by Dr. Erich Klinghammer. Along with research and seminars on wolf behavior, particularly reproductive and inter-pack social behavior, Wolf Park provides interpretive programs to school groups throughout the year by prearrangement. They are also open to the general public from May through November and Saturday evening for Howl Nights. The park is home to several packs of gray wolves, plus foxes and bison.

A historic downtown performing arts venue, the Long Center for the Performing Arts hosts concerts, comedy shows, theater, and community events in a beautifully restored 1920s theater. The ornate interior, with its grand stage and intimate seating, makes every performance feel special. Just a two-minute walk from our front door, it's one of the easiest things to do in Lafayette, Indiana when you stay with us. Check the calendar and catch a live show during your visit.

Columbian Park Zoo is home to over 190 animals representing 79 different species. The zoo offers a variety of education programs throughout the year, inspiring an appreciation for the world's wildlife. Zoo does close during the winter.

Known for its striking 1880s architecture, the Tippecanoe County Courthouse stands as the centerpiece of downtown Lafayette on the public square. The building earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places, and a $15 million restoration in the 1990s preserved its ornate stonework, clock tower, and grand interior. At just 0.2 miles from our hotel, you can stroll over to admire the exterior, pick up a tour brochure, or enjoy the historic streetscapes around it.

Historic storefronts and brick facades line Main Street, where downtown Lafayette blends 19th-century charm with a lively mix of restaurants, bars, boutiques, and public art. The district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been the city's commercial heart for nearly two centuries. Grab a craft beer at Lafayette Brewing Company, or dinner at Bistro 501 inside the historic Lahr Building.

Catch a movie at the nine-screen GQT theater, browse the shops, or grab dinner at one of the restaurants that make Wabash Landing a go-to spot in West Lafayette. This mixed-use area along the Wabash River combines retail, dining, and entertainment near the Purdue University campus. About one mile from our hotel, it's an easy drive or a walk across the pedestrian bridge. Students, families, and visitors all gravitate here for the relaxed atmosphere.