The Department of Housing and Residence Life at Mississippi State offers year-round housing for visitors looking for an inexpensive, safe, convenient place to stay on campus. Herbert Hall, a 60-room facility, is within walking distance of all central campus buildings and offers convenient, free parking. Each room has at least two single beds, chest of drawers, desk, closet, linens, phone with voice mail, cable TV with HBO, sink, MicroFridges (combination refrigerator, freezer, microwave), and ethernet hookup. There are no private bathrooms or elevators. A pool table, television, vending machines, ice machine and a full kitchen are located on first floor. Irons, hair dryers, extension cords and personal products are available at the desk. Coin-operated washers and dryers are located on second floor. The cost for first floor rooms is $5 more per night. A fully-equipped conference room may be available for reservations.

A conference assistant is on duty seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Messages received at the desk (662-325-2867) will be voice-mailed to the individuals' rooms. UPS or Federal Express packages should be addressed to Herbert Hall on Hardy Road. An access card reader is located on every door and stairwell to limit access to registered guests and residents. The custodial staff is responsible for cleaning the hallways, restrooms, and lobby areas. Guests are responsible for cleaning their individual rooms.

During the summer, approximately 8,000 guests visit campus and stay in our residence halls. Youth organizations, athletic camps, and many adult groups take advantage of the convenience and low cost.