Tucked in between the arboretum, Spartan Village and the university building, this Candlewood Suites offers something rare in the hotel world, free guest laundry facilities, as well as a lending locker to borrow anything from a blender to board games during your stay. For backyard grill master looking to really make themselves at home while in East Lansing, the Candlewood has an outdoor gazebo grill and loaner grilling tools so that you can man the flame for your family after a day of Spartan exploring. A seasonal outdoor heated pool and whirlpool is available in the adjacent University Club, and a The Maui Beach Poolside Snack Bar is open there during the summer serving all three meals plus icy treats. The Candlewood’s spacious one-bedroom suite with a queen plus sofa bed and a fully equipped kitchen will suit many families.