Southern Louisiana, LA

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Slave quarters
Crocs everywhere
Biking through Zürich is what #EndlessSummer are made of. #EndlessSummerContest
Wonderful views of the swamps and lake! We saw lots of birds and had a great guide. It would be best to take the tour on a cool (but not cold!) day. If you want to see alligators, you need to go when the weather is warm.

Where to stay in Southern Louisiana

Lafayette showing a pond

Downtown Lafayette

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

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

Downtown Lafayette
APRIL 25, 2019, BREAUX BRIDGE, LOUISIANA, USA - Lake Martin Swamp in spring near Breaux Bridge, Louisiana - shot from boat

River Ranch

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

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 Fiesta Village Shopping Center.

River Ranch
Lafayette Cemetery New Orleans

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 Alexandre Mouton House and The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

Freetown - Port Rico
Lake Charles Historic District featuring a sunset

Lake Charles Historic District

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the district boasts 281 contributing buildings with architectural styles like Colonial Revival and Queen Anne Revival. Explore the 1896-built Church of the Good Shepherd while admiring the historic charm.

Lake Charles Historic District
Amazing view in Honey Island Swamp Tour.

McComb-Veazey

When in McComb-Veazey, you can plan a visit to Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center and Children's Museum of Acadiana, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

McComb-Veazey
fountain in Lafayette Square, Savannah Georgia

Sterling Grove Historic District

Downtown Lafayette's historic district boasts 43 contributing properties, including the Charles H. Mouton House and Saint Genevieve Church. Explore the area's rich history, dating back to 1848, amidst charming residences.

Sterling Grove Historic District
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles

L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles

4 out of 5
777 Avenue L'Auberge Lake Charles LA
$106 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$123 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,555 reviews)
Room was clean and spacious took awhile to check in they had 5 stations but only 3 were being utilized

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Golden Nugget Lake Charles

4 out of 5
2550 Golden Nugget Blvd Lake Charles LA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$211 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lake Charles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Wyndham Lake Charles Casino Area

Wyndham Lake Charles Casino Area

3 out of 5
2940 Lake Street Lake Charles LA
$80 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$93 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lake Charles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
The entrance area was dirty had a smell never checked in

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Wyndham Lake Charles Casino Area
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.
Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages

Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages

3 out of 5
2583 Highway 1 Grand Isle LA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Grand Isle. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (181 reviews)
Cozy living area. Great views. Very small bedrooms. No blow dryer, coffee or coffee filters. Make sure to bring your own as there ate no coffee shops on the Isle.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
Charming cabin in Grand Isle - Perfect for a getaway - Sun & Sand Cabins

Charming cabin in Grand Isle - Perfect for a getaway - Sun & Sand Cabins

Grand Isle LA
Stay at this cabin in Grand Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome and Elmer's Island ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
I took my wife fishing with me.... it was not a total loss, she liked the cabin, she loved the town, she didn't like watching me fish.... She said the cabin was cute and clean, was warm/cool enough, had plenty of hot water, and the beds were ok. I would stay there again, but the next time I go, I ...

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Charming cabin in Grand Isle - Perfect for a getaway - Sun & Sand Cabins
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.
8.6/10 Excellent! (77 reviews)
The check in was fast and easy, as was the check out. Desk staff were very nice! We had a problem with oit waterheater not being on and one call and 5 mins later 2 nice maintenance men were there and it was good as new! Great customer service! The only drawback was the pull oit sofa mattress was ...

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Red Shoes RV Park
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.

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