What is Historic Downtown Baton Rouge like?

Travellers love the Historic Downtown Baton Rouge neighbourhood for its stunning river views, array of dining options and first-class casinos. Make sure that you visit Capitol Park Museum and Shaw Center for the Arts as part of your Historic Downtown Baton Rouge travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge?

Based on our traveller data, Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Raising Cane's River Center, and it offers a casino and 2 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center and Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel .

How many hotels will I find in the Historic Downtown Baton Rouge area?

Expedia has 58 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Baton Rouge area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge.

What is there to do around this Baton Rouge neighbourhood?

Attractions such as Capitol Park Museum, Shaw Center for the Arts and The Old Governor's Mansion highlight Baton Rouge's cultural scene. Louisiana State Capitol and Old State Capitol are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge include Huey Long Statue, Pentagon Barracks and Arsenal Park. When you're sightseeing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana Art and Science Museum and Old Arsenal Museum are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotels of 2026

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Meghan

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A brick-walled coffee shop with a modern interior, seating area, and a visible staircase.

2. Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Eric

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, ornate chandeliers, and large framed murals on the walls.

3. WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Zed

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a menu board.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Duke

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a large chandelier, and a grand staircase.

5. Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Frank

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with shelves of bottles, seating, and pendant lighting.

6. Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Jemyah

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with booths and tables, wooden paneling, and a neon light design on the ceiling.

7. Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Lara

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a large mirror, and a potted plant. A bedroom with a bed and window is visible through an open door.

8. StayAE - Flamingo House

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Gi Young

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building entrance with a glass door displaying the number 440 and the text "ON THIRD".

9. StayAE - High Rise

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Karen

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious hall with white walls and ceiling, adorned with floral arrangements and gold chairs.

10. The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU

Highlands - Perkins, 4.5 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Ashlea

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, three stools, and a green shelf with bottles.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area

Valley Park, 4.6 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Collin

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered outdoor area.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge - Port Allen

5.2 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Christian

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, a stone accent wall, and a fireplace.

13. Holiday Inn Baton Rouge College Drive I-10 by IHG

Highlands - Perkins, 6.1 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Anthony Renard

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and cheese.

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a Baton Rouge-Port Allen by IHG

5.4 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace

Mid City South, 6.3 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Tevin

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge/Port Allen

5.2 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a large wicker sofa, and a potted plant.

17. Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge by IHG

Highlands - Perkins, 5.9 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

James

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a pergola, and a brick building in the background.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge

Mid City South, 6.2 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Nnenna

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a blue facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport

Scotlandville, 8.2 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Kendrick

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance featuring a sign and arched windows.

20. Sonesta ES Suites Baton Rouge University at Southgate

Highlands - Perkins, 5.7 km from Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Alina

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 696 reviews	View
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 836 reviews	View
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 663 reviews	View

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Highlands - Perkins

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

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A Civil War Museum sign with a cannon in the foreground.

Mid City South

While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Esplanade Plaza and Independence Botanical Gardens.

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South Baton Rouge

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

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Old South Baton Rouge

While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like 13th Gate Haunted House and Bally's Baton Rouge Casino.

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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.

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Top Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was how it was described"

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nicely cleaned and smelled fresh including the bed linens! Loved how the lobby was decorated and presentable very welcoming atmosphere! The staff was excellant very friendly, polite and helpful! Breakfast was great the egg omelets was the best, the breakfast staff was a joy to wake and visit with. They made sure you had everything you needed! The balcony was nice we sat and watch the boats on the river."

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Our top choices for Historic Downtown Baton Rouge hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

2. Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

3. WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection

4. Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown

5. Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

6. Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG

7. Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel

8. StayAE - Flamingo House

9. StayAE - High Rise

10. The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU

11. Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge - Port Allen

13. Holiday Inn Baton Rouge College Drive I-10 by IHG

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a Baton Rouge-Port Allen by IHG

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge/Port Allen

17. Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge by IHG

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport

20. Sonesta ES Suites Baton Rouge University at Southgate

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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

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Top Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport

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