Robert E. Russ donated acres to a town site that became known as " Ruston" shorthand for Russ town. Today, Ruston retains many historic buildings from the late s. Ruston is located in the beautiful rolling hill country of central North Louisiana on Interstate I between Shreveport and Monroe , and the home to over 22, residents.
The main campus of Louisiana Tech University is in Ruston. Grambling State University is located about 6 miles west of Ruston. Ruston's cultural center has always come from Ruston's core, the Downtown.
Ruston was one of Louisiana's first Main Street communities. North Louisiana is also home to many of our other favorite communities. The Ruston area features a wide variety of hotels, motels, inns, suites and other lodging, many along I and close to Louisiana Tech.
Here are some hotel properties to review and consider:. Courtyard by Marriott. Best Western Plus Ruston Hotel. Hampton Inn Ruston. Ruston restaurant reviews at TripAdvisor. Ruston Travel Guide at TripAdvisor. Planning a trip to Ruston and need a vacation rental? Find the best deal, compare prices, make reservations at TripAdvisor and read what other travelers have to say about vacation rentals in the Ruston area.
Many attractions in Ruston and the surrounding area offer a variety of entertainment and recreation. Ruston is known for its exciting college-town atmosphere, with an block historic downtown district and the sweet peaches grown in the area.
