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From historic and haunted to famous and beachy, Louisiana offers an abundance of unique places to rest up for another day of play.
In the heart of New Orleans, Hotel Monteleone not only oozes history but is also home to the famous rotating Carousel Bar, immortalized in the writings of Ernest Hemingway. Take a spin on it while sipping a classic Vieux Carré cocktail in the place it was invented.
You may need some of that “liquid courage” at Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, a former antebellum plantation built in 1796 that is considered one of America’s most haunted homes, thanks to the ghost of a young slave named Chloe that reportedly roams the halls. Or trade in fear for fame at the Steel Magnolia House B&B in the very house in Natchitoches where that Oscar-nominated classic was filmed.
The legendary Venice Marina, down in the southeastern-most corner of the state, has waterfront cabins that put the Gulf of Mexico and world-class fishing at your front door.
Looking for a relaxing stay on the water? Louisiana has its own beach resort at Hurricane Hole in Grand Isle, offering a Gulf of Mexico getaway with a luxury pool and plush accommodations.
In southern Louisiana, you can fall asleep to the sounds of the swamp aboard a houseboat courtesy of Houseboat Adventures at Cypress Cove Landing. Located in Henderson, deep within the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, Houseboat Adventures’ floating cabins offer the creature comforts of home in a part of Louisiana that’s so unlike anywhere else that it’s referred to as “America’s Foreign Country.”
Get away from the hustle and bustle and explore these charming spots.
• Cabins at Horseshoe Hills Ranch (Natchitoches) Rustic cabins with modern amenities
• Isle of Iberia RV Resort (New Iberia) Lazy river relaxation, a pool and fishing
• Cypress Black Bayou (Benton) Camping with beautiful lakes, outdoor run and a petting zoo
• Indian Creek Campground (Independence) Swimming, fishing and canoeing surrounded by forest
• Lakeview Park & Beach (Eunice) Tranquil waterfront park with local music
• Della Belle Bed and Breakfast (Lake Charles) Enormous, luxurious Greek Revival mansion on the lakefront
• Little River Bluffs (Folsom) Secluded cabins tucked away in a nature preserve
• Reunion Lake RV Resort (Robert) Luxury resort with high-end amenities
• Sweetwater RV Ranch & Stables (Loranger) Old West-themed resort with cabins, RV sites, trails, a pool and animals
• Wildlife Gardens (Gibson) Cabins with charm in the heart of “Cajun Country”
• Fairfield Place Bed & Breakfast (Shreveport) 19th century house with a secret garden and French Quarter-style courtyard
Find unique inns, B&Bs, hotels, resorts and more at LouisianaTravel.com/placestostay
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