The MSU travel office maintains this list of local hotels which have "fulfilled the requirements to be recommended by Michigan State University."
Within this list, the following properties are within a 10 to 15 minute walk of the MSU Main Library:
Please note that the Candlewood Suites Hotel at the Henry Center, although technically "on campus," is 2.5 miles from the Main Library.
Rooms for visiting scholars are often available at Owen Hall, a graduate student dormitory about 10 minutes' walk from the Main Library. Rooms may not be available during all summer dates. To arrange a room, please contact the MSU Housing Services Conference Office (517-353-9300).
Please note that dormitory rooms have no air-conditioning, although common areas have some air conditioning. Monthly average temperatures for East Lansing, Michigan.