Southern Louisiana

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Philip Gould /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Philip Gould /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Lafayette featuring markets as well as a large group of people
New Iberia featuring a river or creek and a garden

Where to stay in Southern Louisiana

Lafayette which includes food

Downtown Lafayette

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lafayette, The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Cathedral of St John are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Lafayette
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River Ranch

While River Ranch might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Topgolf and Grand Marche Shopping Center.

River Ranch
The last free standing Borden's ice cream shop in the US.

Freetown - Port Rico

While Freetown - Port Rico might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Cathedral of St John.

Freetown - Port Rico
Lake Charles Historic District featuring a sunset

Lake Charles Historic District

The panoramic lake views and first-class casinos highlight some of the most notable features of Lake Charles Historic District. Make a stop by Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu while you're exploring the area.

Lake Charles Historic District
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Sterling Grove Historic District

If you're spending time in Sterling Grove Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center or The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

Sterling Grove Historic District
Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Golden Nugget Lake Charles
4 out of 5
2550 Golden Nugget Blvd, Lake Charles, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,694 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
P7,694
P10,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lake Charles. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,026 reviews)

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Golden Nugget Lake Charles
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
4 out of 5
777 Avenue L'Auberge, Lake Charles, LA
The price is P6,540 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
P6,540
P8,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Lake Charles. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,907 reviews)
Spring Break Getaway
"Wonderful room. We really enjoyed our Spring Break getaway."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
4 out of 5
1521 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA
The price is P5,755 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P5,755
P6,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay. Bar is great!"

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
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Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
3 out of 5
2583 Highway 1, Grand Isle, LA
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Grand Isle. Enjoy a beach locale, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (149 reviews)
Great little motel / ownership -- room size so/so
"This was a great option in Grand Isle -- itself a pretty cool destination...there's not a ton to do there, but that's kind of the point...old school motels and restaurants and a nice, little used white sand beach on the gulf coast. Motel ownership was great -- really friendly, communicative, and ..."

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2025

Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
Maison D'Memoire Bed & Breakfast Cottages
Maison D'Memoire Bed & Breakfast Cottages
4 out of 5
8450 Roberts Cove Road, Rayne, LA
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Rayne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Gossen Memorial Park and Candyland Cottage & Ice ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Beautiful paradise."

Reviewed on May 2, 2021

Maison D'Memoire Bed & Breakfast Cottages
Red Shoes RV Park
Red Shoes RV Park
2 out of 5
777 Coushatta Drive, Kinder, LA
Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Coushatta Casino and Kids Quest are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2025

Red Shoes RV Park
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget

Why not try your luck with a visit to Golden Nugget during your time in Lake Charles? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Golden Nugget
North Beach Interstate 10 showing general coastal views and a beach

North Beach Interstate 10

Dip your toes into the water of Lake Charles, spot alligators, enjoy pretty sunsets and watch yacht races at this urban beach.

North Beach Interstate 10
Acadian Village which includes a church or cathedral

Acadian Village

The fascinating life of the Acadians of Louisiana comes alive at a collection of historic buildings, including a blacksmith workshop and church.

Acadian Village

Lauberge Casino Lake Charles

Why not try your luck with a visit to Lauberge Casino Lake Charles during your time in Lake Charles? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Lauberge Casino Lake Charles

Coushatta Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Coushatta Casino during your time in Kinder? While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its casinos.

Coushatta Casino

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Louisiana at Lafayette, during your trip to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Things to do

Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

P3,320
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

P1,777
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour
steamboat Natchez on river in New Orleans

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

P2,490
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Hop On Hop Off New Orleans

City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Bus Tour

P2,505
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Bus Tour
alligators in New Orleans

Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans

P3,720
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

P3,205
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access
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New Iberia

New Iberia

Kaplan

Kaplan