***In severe weather conditions we reserve the right to close or limit service with out notice. Pets are not allowed in severe weather conditions.*** Discover Hammond's newest hotel. The Best Western University Inn is located off Interstate 55 Exit 32. Easy off, easy on. We are only 2 miles from Southeastern Louisiana University, and only minutes from downtown Hammond. Ponchatoula, the "antique city" is a short drive away. We are within an hours drive from New Orleans or Baton Rouge. Our rooms feature in-room coffee and microfridge units. The Best Western University Inn also provides movie channels and high speed Internet access. Relax and enjoy our outdoor pool, then dine at one of Hammond's fine restaurants. Pets are allowed for a nominal fee.

Location:
·From: The north. Take Interstate 55, take Exit 32, turn right on University, then turn left on Puma Drive. ·From: The south. Interstate 55, take Exit 32, turn left on University, then turn left on Puma Drive.

Attractions:

• Restaurants:: * Across street from Burger King, fast food, open 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. * 1 mile from Cracker Barrel, American, open 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. * 2 miles from Trey Yuen, Chinese, 5 Star restaurant, open daily 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. * 4 miles from LaCarreta, Mexican, open 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. * 5 miles from Dons Steak and Seafood, open daily 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. * 5 miles from Kirin Sushi, sushi and steak, open daily 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. * 6 miles from Catfish Charlies, seafood and steak, open daily 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. * 15 miles from Middendorfs, seafood and steak, 10:45 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Nearby Cities:: * 15 mile(s) from Amite * 25 mile(s) from Covington * 30 mile(s) from Kentwood * 35 mile(s) from Denham Springs * 42 mile(s) from Baton Rouge * 45 mile(s) from Kenner * 50 mile(s) from New Orleans * 50 mile(s) from Slidell * 50 mile(s) from McComb
• Local Attractions:: * 2 mile(s) from basketball courts * 2 mile(s) from exercise room/gym with weight machines * 2 mile(s) from sun beds * 2 mile(s) from dancing * 2 mile(s) from travel agents * 2 mile(s) from barber shops * 2 mile(s) from ticket purchase to local events * 3 mile(s) from North Oaks Hospital, hospital and Emergency services * 3 mile(s) from Southeastern Louisiana University, 4 year university * 3 mile(s) from banks * 3 mile(s) from beauty shops * 3 mile(s) from Laundry and dry cleaning services * 3 mile(s) from pet kennels * 4 mile(s) from Columbia Theatre, plays, skits and opera * 4 mile(s) from Hammond Square Mall, 2 stories and approximately 60 shops * 4 mile(s) from doctor on call * 6 mile(s) from Palace Theater, movies, 10 playing at a time * 8 mile(s) from Klieberts Turtle Farm, turtles and alligators, tour farm * 10 mile(s) from Strawberry Festival, Ponchatoula, games, food and wines * 10 mile(s) from Oyster Festival, Amite, rides, food and dancing * 10 mile(s) from Antique City, Ponchatoula, shop all day * 15 mile(s) from Zemurray Gardens, statues and gardens * 20 mile(s) from Global Wildlife, wildlife and wagon rides on 960 acres * 42 mile(s) from casino, gambling * 45 mile(s) from sightseeing tours * 50 mile(s) from Aquarium of Americas, many species of fish, sharks and sea lions * 50 mile(s) from New Orleans Zoo
• Local Attractions:: * 2 mile(s) from basketball courts * 2 mile(s) from exercise room/gym with weight machines * 2 mile(s) from sun beds * 2 mile(s) from dancing * 2 mile(s) from travel agents * 2 mile(s) from barber shops * 2 mile(s) from ticket purchase to local events * 3 mile(s) from North Oaks Hospital, hospital and Emergency services * 3 mile(s) from Southeastern Louisiana University, 4 year university * 3 mile(s) from banks * 3 mile(s) from beauty shops * 3 mile(s) from Laundry and dry cleaning services * 3 mile(s) from pet kennels * 4 mile(s) from Columbia Theatre, pla