Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide

Baton Rouge

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by a river and a cityscape.
A castle-like building with a green door, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A river with a bridge, buildings, and a large body of water surrounded by greenery.
A large, historic building with a central entrance and two towers, surrounded by well-maintained grass and trees.
A large bridge spanning a river with industrial buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Baton Rouge attractions

A banner reading "RIVERCENTER" and "BATON ROUGE" hanging on a building.

Raising Cane's River Center

8.6/10 (1,167 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at Raising Cane's River Center during your stay in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

4 out of 5
201 Lafayette St Baton Rouge LA
The price is 2.557.084 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
2.557.084 ₫
2.979.003 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,019 reviews)
"Good breakfast which was included."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

3.5 out of 5
102 France St Baton Rouge LA
The price is 2.672.687 ₫ per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
2.672.687 ₫
3.602.141 ₫ total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Popular attractions Raising Cane's River Center and Tiger ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (591 reviews)
"This was my second time staying at the hotel. Very nice stat."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection

WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection

3.5 out of 5
150 3rd Street Baton Rouge LA
The price is 3.985.781 ₫ per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
3.985.781 ₫
4.763.008 ₫ total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel

3 out of 5
101 ST FERDINAND STREET Baton Rouge LA
The price is 2.647.334 ₫ per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
2.647.334 ₫
3.137.089 ₫ total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
200 Convention St Baton Rouge LA
The price is 2.751.525 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
2.751.525 ₫
3.205.658 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel, close to the river and all down town has to offer. The parking during the weekend isn’t a problem, we were able to park free on the street less than a block from our hotel. Valet parking and pay parking is of course available. Breakfast is excellent. Beds are super comfortable. ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

2.5 out of 5
462 Lafayette St. Baton Rouge LA
The price is 2.879.405 ₫ per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
2.879.405 ₫
3.354.506 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"I chose this hotel for the river view/ corner room. The room itself was unique, but the view wasn't as expected and the room was not as clean to our liking. Hair on the floor, dirty wash rags in the shower, urine drops around the toilet, just really needs an over all deep, sanitizing cleaning. Hated ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Find the best Historic Downtown Baton Rouge areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A garden path flanked by wooden fences, leading to two white houses with green shutters.

Highlands - Perkins

If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

A white building with a curved facade and green shutters, adjacent to a red building with a balcony.

Mid City South

While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Esplanade Plaza and Independence Park Tennis Center.

A steel bridge with a road underneath, featuring a green exit sign for Plaquemine and Port Allen.

South Baton Rouge

While visiting South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Perkins Rowe and Mall of Louisiana.

Louisiana State Capitol building and downtown city skyline of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.

Old South Baton Rouge

While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Mound and Howard Wilkinson Bridge.

A large, white, castle-like building with two towers and a central entrance.

Mid City North

If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Plank Road Village Shopping Center and Red Dragon Listening Room are top sights worth seeing.

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide

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