Downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a vibrant and bustling area filled with historic landmarks, cultural attractions, and lively entertainment options, so you’ll want to stay near all the fun in one of the downtown Baton Rouge hotels.
From luxurious high-rise properties with stunning city views to cozy boutique hotels with unique character, there’s something for every traveler’s taste and budget. Join me as we explore some of the top hotels in Baton Rouge and discover what makes them stand out in this vibrant Southern city.
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Watermark Hotel
150 3rd Street
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- Luxury hotel
- River views
- 7 miles from BTR airport
- Two in-house restaurants
- Room service
- Breakfast for purchase
- Self-parking ($15), valet parking ($33)
- Bicycle rentals
- Free WiFi
- Fitness center
Baton Rouge’s first skyscraper dazzles guests as a luxury boutique hotel, part of Marriott’s elite Autograph Collection.
It was built in 1927 as the Louisiana Trust & Savings Bank. Its iconic Art Deco elements (a carved marble staircase and walls, hand-painted ceiling murals, and the old bank vault) fuse seamlessly with modern artwork and furnishings.
The restored bas-relief murals depicting important Louisiana symbols overlook The Gregory restaurant in the lobby and are stunning.
The grand marble staircase descends to the old bank vault, now serving as meeting room space.
Other relics of old commerce include a bank counter, photographs, and plaques. Be sure to wander around and explore—those marble walls and floors…drool.
Also, you’ll find some eye-catching optical illusions at the lobby entrance. Take a few steps to the side, and the artwork changes.
Don’t miss a chance to dine at The Gregory during your stay, by the way. The elevated Southern cuisine will tickle your taste buds just the right way. The standout pumpkin poblano bisque was incredible.
Also available to hungry guests ( just around the corner from the lobby) is Milford’s, a casual grab-and-go deli serving sandwiches and baked treats. Milford’s is only open for breakfast and lunch, though.
Regarding sleeping comfort, the guest rooms will have you feeling ultra cozy. They’re beautifully appointed with lots of windows for natural light.
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
201 Lafayette St.
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- Luxury hotel
- River front location
- 8 miles from BTR airport
- 10-minute walk to the State Capitol building
- 3 miles to LSU
- In-house restaurant (with room service)
- No self-parking, valet parking ($33)
- Pet-friendly rooms
- Free WiFi
- Fitness center
This beautifully restored historic hotel was originally called the Heidelberg Hotel and retains and was a favorite hangout of notorious then-governor Huey P. Long. He held regular meetings on the 10th floor of the hotel even though his beautiful new capitol building was just blocks away.
The lobby is glorious, with lots of separate sitting areas for guests.
Rooms inside this magnificent hotel look out over the Mississippi River or downtown Baton Rouge.
One of the most remarkable features of the Heidelberg Hotel’s construction is the hidden tunnel leading to the former King Hotel across the street. Huey Long used it for clandestine visits to his mistress.
Fortunately, the tunnel still exists. It now serves as a private restaurant venue for Hilton guests.
If you’re into haunted hotels, some guests claim to smell cigar smoke or see a cigar-smoking gentleman (mainly on the 10th floor). People speculate that it’s the ghost of Huey P. Long.
Others have reported a white-haired lady wearing a white gown in the dining and central salon areas in the early evening hours.
Unfortunately, I didn’t see either of the ghosts. But I slept like a baby in my plush room. It’s a beautiful and ultra-comfy downtown Baton Rouge hotel. And I love its unique history.
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge
200 Convention St.
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- Modern boutique hotel
- 7 miles from BTR airport
- 10-minute walk to the State Capitol building
- 3 miles to LSU
- Complementary hot breakfast
- Valet parking ($22), off-site self-parking available
- Free WiFi
- Fitness center
What I love about Hotel Indigo properties is that they’re each a distinct reflection of the city in which they’re located. As a result, the design is influenced by the hotel’s whereabouts, and its restaurants and bars serve food with local flavors and flair.
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Hampton Inn and Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
462 Lafayette St.
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- Mid-range hotel
- 7.4 miles from BTR airport
- 10-minute walk to the State Capitol building
- 3 miles to LSU
- Free hot breakfast
- Self-parking ($20)
- Pet-friendly rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fitness center
It’s conveniently located near local attractions with beautiful guest rooms, each including a microwave and refrigerator. Guests also enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast daily, free WiFi, and a fitness center.
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown
260 3rd. Street
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- Mid-range hotel
- 7 miles from BTR airport
- 3 miles to LSU
- In-house restaurant + Starbucks
- Valet parking ($27), off-site self-parking available
- Pets welcome ($50 deposit)
- Free WiFi
- Fitness center
Located at the iconic corner of Florida and Third Street, the Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown is in the epicenter of Downtown Baton Rouge.
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