Merrydale Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
Popular places to visit
Louisiana State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Louisiana State University, a top university in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
Mall of Louisiana
During your trip to Baton Rouge, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall of Louisiana. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Tiger Stadium
Catch an event at Tiger Stadium during your trip to Baton Rouge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a football match in the area.
Raising Cane's River Center
Attend star-studded musical performances, family-friendly theater productions, stand-up comedy shows and symphony orchestras at this riverside entertainment complex.
Louisiana State Capitol
Enjoy sweeping city views from the observation deck of this art deco tower, which has witnessed significant moments in Louisiana’s history.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
Top hotels in Merrydale
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Good customer service. Drinks, breakfast and dinner included with stay was a nice bonus
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
Hotel was in a great area close to restaurants and shopping. Staff was friendly. Hotel was clean. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed and this was not stated when booking. No big deal. The room was clean and comfortable. The only complaint about the room is the placement of the tv. When you’re ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Everything was great until the last day, The toilet clogged and the sink wouldn't drain correctly, hence the 4 instead of 5 stars. Room was clean, staff was excellent, but really thought there would be a mini fridge in the room.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Pillow cases had horrible stains on them
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
Staff was courteous, rooms were clean. Starbucks is not 24/7 as advertised and the breakfast portions were pretty small.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Room was fine but bathroom needs updating. Room was very noisy from Expressway right outside window. Breakfast was mediocre.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merrydale
Lobdell/Woodale
While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Choctaw Village Shopping Center and Mid-City Shopping Center.
Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Choctaw Village Shopping Center and Plank Road Village Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Broadmoor
Visitors to Broadmoor like its restaurants and shopping, and Circle Bowl is a sight worth a stop.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Park Tennis Center.
Park Forest - LA North
While visiting Park Forest - LA North, you might make a stop by sights like Tams Drive Park and Corner Square Shopping Center.
Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Corner Square Shopping Center and Sherwood South Shopping Center if you have time to explore the area.
