La Quinta Inn & Suites Erie

The smoke-free, pet friendly La Quinta Inn & Suites hotel in Erie, Pennsylvania is located off of Interstate 90 at Exit 27 and just a quarter of a mile north of Presque Isle Downs & Casino, five miles south of the lively downtown and just minutes from Peach Street, the Millcreek Mall, the Erie Zoo, Lake Erie at Presque Isle State Park as well as many local restaurants. The Erie Insurance Arena, Bayfront Convention Center, and Erie International Airport are also close by. Whether you are traveling through this area for a vacation, visiting family and friends, or in town on business, make the most of your stay at our comfortable, high-quality hotel. We have features personalized for the professional on the go, including a business center. For the leisure lodgers, we offer all the small luxuries from our fitness center to an indoor swimming pool. Erie is near Buffalo, New York; Cleveland, Ohio; and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, so you will not be far from wherever you want to go. Located in northwestern Pennsylvania, our region is a vital hub for family vacations by the lake or executive travel to the many area companies headquartered here. Erie has a strong foothold in the manufacturing sector, with significant economy in the service industries, healthcare, higher education and tourism. Millions of people travel to Erie each year for recreation and relaxation at Presque Isle State Park, the premier area state park attraction. Other popular destinations include the casino and horse racetrack. Nicknamed the Gem City because of its sparkling lake, the loveliness of the city counterbalances a fast-paced corporate culture of Erie companies, including GE Transportation, the Erie Insurance Group, and Marquette Savings Bank. Several educational institutions located nearby such as Penn State Behrend, Edinboro State University, Gannon University, Mercyhurst University, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and School of Pharmacy. UPMC Hamot, Hamot Heart Institute, St. Vincent Hospital and Millcreek Community Hospital are also nearby. If you just came for a fun time, you can find the famous Seaway Trail that runs along the lakefront of downtown Erie. While you stay at our pet-friendly hotel, start each day on a positive note with our free Bright Side Breakfast, a freshly prepared spread of waffles, hot and cold cereals, fresh fruit, muffins, and all-you-can-drink coffee and juice as well as eggs, meat and yogurt. Once you jumpstart your morning, make your way to the many area attractions conveniently from our central location. If you are feeling lazy, you can lounge around at our indoor swimming pool or surf the Web on our free Wi-Fi. For a more active afternoon, you can head to our impressive fitness facility with an indoor heated pool. Professionals have come to the right place, with our fax/copy services at a full business center and free local calls. The spacious guest rooms are each equipped with flat-panel TVs streaming over 60 premium cable channels, a microwave, refrigerator, and the option of a whirlpool tub.You will not want to miss the highly popular Presque Isle Park & Beaches just a few minutes away from our hotel. At the foot of Presque Isle, discover Tom Ridge Environmental Center, featuring a sprawling 7,000 square feet of exhibit space. Millcreek Mall is only a mile away if shopping is what is on your mind. Just as close by, you can find your way to Splash Lagoon and plenty of delicious dining options. Higher education abounds here, so reserve your stay early during graduation season. We are within easy reach of Mercyhurst University, Gannon University, and Edinboro University. For the business-minded, make your way hassle-free to the Erie Insurance Arena, UPMC Hamot, Millcreek Community Hospital, Erie Insurance Group, Saint Vincent Health Center, and more.