Central Louisiana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Natchitoches
Alexandria
Alexandria showing a city and a garden
Alexandria showing a garden and a city
Natchitoches featuring signage

Where to stay in Central Louisiana

Natchitoches

Downtown Natchitoches

While visiting Downtown Natchitoches, you might make a stop by sights like Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile Store.

Downtown Natchitoches
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East Natchitoches

While East Natchitoches isn't home to many top sights, Historic District Shopping and Cane River National Heritage Area are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Natchitoches
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Alexandria Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Alexandria Airport

3 out of 5
6116 W Calhoun Dr, Alexandria, LA
The price is AU$139 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$139
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Friendly staff Property needs updating and cleaning but room was clean"

Reviewed on 5 Sep. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Alexandria Airport
Budget Inn Alexandria

Budget Inn Alexandria

2.5 out of 5
546 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA
The price is AU$68 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$68
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (387 reviews)
"Clean pool"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Budget Inn Alexandria
Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
751 Second St, Natchitoches, LA
The price is AU$177 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$177
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Natchitoches. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,145 reviews)
"This was the perfect place for us to stay. It was conveniently located with shopping and dining in very close proximity. The rooms were very spacious and had somewhat of a vintage feel. The wooden floors were amazing, breakfast was great, staff were very friendly, and it was very quiet. Some people ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sep. 2025

Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Toledo Bend Lakehouse - Mid Lake Waterfront Home On Main Lake | Amazing Sunsets!

Toledo Bend Lakehouse - Mid Lake Waterfront Home On Main Lake | Amazing Sunsets!

Many
Stay at this vacation home in Many. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Cypress Bend Golf Course and Cypress Bend Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews)
"Great home with nice back porch overlooking the pier/dock. Quiet neighborhood & beautiful sunsets. Beautiful house & each bedroom has it’s own bathroom. Will definitely stay again in the future!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Toledo Bend Lakehouse - Mid Lake Waterfront Home On Main Lake | Amazing Sunsets!
Cozy cabins on 30 acres...perfect for families.

Cozy cabins on 30 acres...perfect for families.

Natchitoches
Stay at this cabin in Natchitoches. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Old Courthouse Museum and Louisiana Sports Hall of ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this place!! Everything they said it was a more! Could not recommend more! It’s beautiful safe cozy and welcoming. Personally I went to do laundry while I was there had to run to town real quick and when I got back ALL my clothes were dried and folded. How awesome is that???? It’s ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Cozy cabins on 30 acres...perfect for families.
Cozy one bedroom cabin with lake view

Cozy one bedroom cabin with lake view

Florien
Stay at this cabin in Anacoco. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attraction South Toledo Bend State Park is located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"Loved the beach. Would have liked to launch here, but state park launch was really close. Wifi needs stronger connection. Shower head issues. Super clean cabin and porch. Would recommend. Thank you."

Reviewed on 6 Sep. 2025

Cozy one bedroom cabin with lake view
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Popular places to visit

North Toledo Bend State Park

North Toledo Bend State Park

You can take time to visit North Toledo Bend State Park during your travels to Zwolle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment venues in this relaxing area.

North Toledo Bend State Park

Cane River National Heritage Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cane River National Heritage Area, a lovely green space in Natchitoches. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals.

Cane River National Heritage Area

Rapides Parish Coliseum

Catch an event at Rapides Parish Coliseum during your trip to Alexandria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Rapides Parish Coliseum

Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center

After visiting Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Many. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center

Alexandria Mall

You can do some window-shopping at Alexandria Mall during your visit to Alexandria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Alexandria Mall

Cypress Bend Park

Explore the great outdoors at Cypress Bend Park, a lovely green space in Many. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

Cypress Bend Park

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