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Cultural heritage and architecture

Lake Charles reveals its character through the Charpentier Historic District, where 40 blocks of Victorian homes showcase lumber baron wealth following the devastating 1910 fire. These residences feature distinctive "Lake Charles columns"—tapered two-story pillars defining the city's architectural identity. The 1911 Historic City Hall, a Spanish Baroque landmark, now functions as an arts center hosting exhibitions from Picasso to Ansel Adams, reflecting a city honoring its past while embracing contemporary culture.

Resort experiences and regional cuisine

Golden Nugget and L'Auberge casino resorts anchor luxury offerings with championship golf, full-service marinas, and refined dining like Ember Grille and Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse. Downtown establishments such as The Villa Harlequin continue multi-generational restaurant legacies. The city's "Louisiana's Playground" identity shines through 75+ annual festivals, including family-friendly Mardi Gras. Business travelers find excellent resort meeting facilities, while the lakefront promenade provides sunset views.

Natural surroundings and accessibility

The 180-mile Creole Nature Trail loops through marshlands and beaches, offering world-class wildlife viewing in Louisiana's Outback. Lake Charles Regional Airport connects through Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston. A rental car proves essential for exploring the region, including Lafayette's Cajun culture or Avery Island's Tabasco factory.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Charles

Can I book hotels in Lake Charles with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you're welcome to use your Delta miles to book your Lake Charles hotel stay, or if you prefer, you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my Lake Charles hotel on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. Make sure to review the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card provides you with additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 that you can apply toward prepaid hotels or vacation rentals when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply. If you would like to explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

From time to time, Delta Stays may present special opportunities for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on their hotel and vacation rental bookings made through Delta Stays. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

While Delta Stays welcomes all travelers to use their hotel booking services, obtaining SkyMiles account unlocks additional benefits including mile-earning opportunities and access to Member-only rates and promotions. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Visit the delta.com to join today.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive portfolio of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have high ratings in Lake Charles?

You will find 34 hotels in Lake Charles to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10, and features an outdoor pool and a casino. Another top-rated resort is Golden Nugget Lake Charles, and guests enjoy the comfortable and larger guestrooms. Tru By Hilton Lake Charles has a rating of 9 and this hotel has a free buffet breakfast and a snack bar/deli.

What's a good time of year to visit Lake Charles?

To experience Lake Charles during great weather, consider a visit in October when the temperature averages in the mid-70s and the skies are mostly sunny. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during January when temperatures reach the mid-50s with fewer crowds and lower pricing.

Which hotels in Lake Charles are located near North Beach Interstate 10?

North Beach offers rare inland white sand along Lake Charles' shore, where calm waters meet city skyline views. Spot alligators and turtles at the adjacent Cypress Pond. L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another hotel is Golden Nugget Lake Charles and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in Lake Charles are located closest to Prien Lake Mall?

Prien Lake Mall brings together over 80 stores and a 14-screen Cinemark theater under one roof. Weekday mornings offer a more relaxed shopping experience. L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another top hotel is Golden Nugget Lake Charles and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in Lake Charles are near Prien Lake Park?

Prien Lake Park offers waterfront paths with views of the I-210 Bridge, a splash pad for cooling off, and boat launches where you can start a peaceful kayaking adventure. Popular hotels include Golden Nugget Lake Charles which is a short drive away. Another top hotel is L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar