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Louisiana is home to prominent historic hotels and mansions.

Head to the city of Alexandria near Kisatchie National Forest, where The Hotel Bentley has been a local institution since 1907. Its refined decor and central location make it a visitors’ favorite.

Less than an hour away, Natchitoches was founded in 1714 and is known as the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana purchase. Steel Magnolia House is a must-experience bed and breakfast featured in the 1989 so-called movie and is a true testament to the southern hospitality.

Then reach for the northwest part of the state where Remington Suite Hotel & Spa is one of Shreveport-Bossier’s few historic properties. Nestled in what was once an apothecary shop in the early 20th century, it delights travelers with its nostalgic decor and vibrant rooftop space where a cocktail at sunset is a not-to-miss treat.

Last but not least, drive to the capital city of Baton Rouge for a night at Watermark Hotel, built in 1927 as the city’s very first skyscraper. Being the former headquarters of the Louisiana Trust & Savings Bank, it showcases a mix of Art Deco and Neo Greek styles and is an invitation to explore how past and present can merge for the best.

Contact: B World Communication, Louisiana’s Representative in France, Yohann Robert, Email: yohann@bworldcom.com