25 Best Romantic Louisiana Weekend Getaways & Destinations

From historic city inns near famous attractions to quiet country B&Bs, there are many beautiful romantic getaways to choose from when planning a Louisiana vacation. Stay in a former home of a famous French impressionist in New Orleans, check into a cozy loft in Lafayette or spend a few days in a house in Natchitoches which was featured in the award-winning film "Steel Magnolias." For a more quiet escape, check into one of the country inns where you will be surrounded by lawns, trees and lakes. Here are the romantic weekend getaways & Louisiana destinations. Courtesy Fotoluminate LLC/Fotolia

Degas House in New Orleans, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the historic home of Edgar Degas, the famous French impressionist. Guests can stay in one of three suites, each of which sleeps up to four people, or one of two rooms, each of which can accommodate two guests. There are four additional rooms in the Garret with space for two or three people. All guestrooms have their own bathrooms, and some feature antique claw-foot tubs, Jacuzzi tubs, or private balconies.

In the morning, guests receive a homemade breakfast that is cooked to order and has items such as Bananas Foster, Pain Perdu, omelets, and French Waffles, as well as a Mimosa or Bloody Mary. A tour is also included in your stay as a guest, with all tours led by one of Degas’s descendants. There is also a walking tour of the neighborhood that is available to guests. Rooms start at $159 per night.

2306 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70119. Details Photo: Degas House

Buchanan Lofts in Lafayette consist of retro-chic accommodations in a refurbished downtown warehouse within walking distance of downtown attractions. Instead of having identical rooms, each of the 9 lofts in the building has a unique personality, layout, and decor. They all contain modern amenities such as TV, internet, phone, and Blu-Ray DVD players, as well as Egyptian cotton sheets. Some lofts also have full kitchens with a dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, and range, and there are options for 3, 4, or 5 guests. The lofts also feature sitting areas with couches and armchairs, and small dining areas, depending on the one that you select. Although there is no restaurant within Buchanan Lofts, its location in the heart of downtown Lafayette a range of restaurants featuring international and local cuisine within walking distance. Lofts start at $130.

403 S Buchanan St, Lafayette, Louisiana 70501, 337-534-4922 Photo: Buchanan Lofts

Maison D'Memoire is designed for romantic getaways and is just 15 minutes from Lafayette, in Cajun country. You should plan a stay at Maison D’Memoire in advance as there are only four cottages, with three that can sleep two, and one that can fit between two and four guests. Every cottage has a full kitchen and there are also Jacuzzi suites and private porches. The Sweet Surrender Cottage, for example, has a heart-shaped Jacuzzi, an electric fireplace, and lake views from the porch. Each cottage is a hundred years old or more and has been fully restored to include modern amenities such as ceiling fans, DVD players, central heating and air conditioning. If you are looking for romantic cabins in Louisiana, this is a great place to stay.

The bed and breakfast also features a private lake right on the property and multiple spots for secluded interactions. Breakfast is included with all stays and it is delivered right to your door so that you can have a romantic and private meal. There are also multiple local restaurants in Rayne to dine at for lunch or dinner. Cottages start at $159 per night.

8450 Roberts Cove Rd, Rayne, Louisiana 70578, 866-580-2477 Photo: Maison D'Memoire

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Jazz Quarters is centrally located in the French Quarter of New Orleans, with charming brick courtyards, sculpted gardens, and Creole cottages that date back to the 1800’s. The majority of guest rooms have faux antique or antique furniture and high ceilings and there are 10 rooms and suites to select from. This includes 3 king suites, 1 king cottage, 2 queen suites, 3 queen suite cottages, and 1 queen guest room. Each room comes with high-speed internet, secured parking, a refrigerator in room, a flat screen TV, private bathroom, and coffee service in room.

There are also beautiful courtyards on site and the staff can work with you to schedule a private yoga class, in-room massage, flowers, champagne, or area tours. Your stay includes a complimentary hot breakfast in the Garlands Dining Room, which features coffee with chicory, Amy’s breakfast couscous, and items like bananas foster, French toast, grillades and cheese grits, and sweet potato soufflé. Cottages start at $144 per night.

1129 St Philip St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116, 504-523-1372 Photo: Jazz Quarters

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The building of The Steel Magnolia House dates back to the 1830’s and is right along the Cane River in Natchitoches. It features Civil War history and became famous as the backdrop for many scenes in 1989’s “Steel Magnolias.” Guests can stay in the Shelby Room, Jackson Room, M’Lynn Room, Clairee Suite, or Truvy’s Carriage House. Throughout the rooms, you will notice antique furniture, Egyptian cotton sheets, private baths, fireplaces, full Teaster Beds, original oil paintings, and more. Those who are familiar with “Steel Magnolias” will recognize areas of the rooms and building from the film.

The Carriage House is separate from the main building, where the other rooms are found. The main house also features a living room with French marble mantles and an Italian mirrored coffee table that is hand painted. The home also has a family room with items from around the world. Guests can enjoy a complimentary gourmet breakfast, lush grounds, and a pool.

320 Jefferson St, Natchitoches, Louisiana 71457, 318-238-2585 Photo: The Steel Magnolia House

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This romantic bed and breakfast is on a historic property and is perfect for getting away from it all on your Louisiana vacation. Famous actors and actresses have stayed here and one of the buildings, the Printer’s House, is the oldest home in the St. Francisville Area, dating back to 1780. There are three suites to choose from in the Printer’s House, and three rooms plus one suite to select from in the Barrow House, which dates back to 1809.

Decorations and furnishings vary by room, but some highlights include reclining easy chairs, LCD HDTVs, Blu-Ray DVD players, mid-Victorian parlor sets from the 1860s, full canopy beds, private baths, antique wicker chairs, and various other furnishings from the 1800s. Every morning, you can enjoy breakfast prepared by the owner and innkeeper, Shirley Dittloff, who has shared recipes in cookbooks. There is the choice of a continental breakfast or three New Orleans variations of eggs. Rates start at $115 for two nights. Read more

9779 Royal St, St Francisville, Louisiana 70775, 225-635-4791 Photo: Barrow House Inn

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1896 O'Malley House gives guests a chance to stay in a Colonial Revival bed and breakfast in the middle of the city. There are eight suites, each of which is unique, and all have private baths, cable TV, telephones with voicemail, guest robes, hair dryers, and free wireless, while many also have Jacuzzi tubs as well as granite countertops and the Concierge app. Two of the rooms feature king sized beds.

Guests have access to free snacks, soft drinks, wine, and beer as well as daily breakfast with Community Coffee which is roasted locally. The breakfast is home-cooked and involves a different hot entree every day, served on specially-made china and gold chargers. Some options include eggs sardou and creole-grilled potatoes, eggs benedict, blueberry waffles, and bananas foster. Breakfast also includes coffee, juice, biscuits, muffins, and fruit. Guests can relax in the courtyard where there is a soothing fountain as well as tables and chairs. Rooms start at $165.

120 S Pierce St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70119, 504-488-5896 Photo: 1896 O'Malley House

Centrally located in the New Orleans Garden District, the Grand Victorian Bed & Breakfast is a short walk from the French Quarter and dates back to 1893. This bed and breakfast has been fully restored to include period furnishings mixed with modern amenities. There are six rooms and two suites available to choose from, each of which has a private bath with a shower, personal controls for central heat and air, cable TV, a telephone with voicemail, wireless internet, an ironing board, and hair dryer. The rooms are named after historic Louisiana plantations and have custom-made mattresses topped with a feather mattress.

Every morning guests receive a continental breakfast that you can eat in the sunny dining room or on the porte-cochere balcony and it includes sweet pastries, breads, toast, hard boiled eggs, fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, coffee, tea, and juice. The bed and breakfast can make arrangements for allergies and special dietary requirements. Guests can relax in the Victorian parlor, library, dining room, or on the balcony.

2727 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130, 504-895-1104 Photo: Grand Victorian Bed & Breakfast

The Stockade Bed & Breakfast in Baton Rouge gets its name from the Union stockade on the ground throughout the Civil War. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the inn has six guest rooms in the Hacienda-style house which feature original artwork and a private bath. Guest rooms have antique furniture, wireless internet, a flat screen TV, DVD player, coffee pot, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, and mini-fridge as well as free access to the fitness center across the street.

All rooms come with a hot breakfast featuring traditional Southern dishes, with a rotating menu of items such as muffins, fresh fruit, biscuits, croissants, French toast, pancakes, hickory-smoked bacon, French omelets, egg soufflé, and garlic cheese grits. There is also coffee, tea, and juice and multiple egg dishes. Various packages include extra items such as wine or spa services at the local luxury spa. Rooms start at $150 per night.

8860 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808, 225-769-7358 Photo: The Stockade Bed & Breakfast

The Fairfield Place has the distinction of being the first Bed and Breakfast in Shreveport, built around 1870. The courtyards and patios create a relaxing atmosphere while the rooms still offer modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, private baths, and cable TV. There are a total of seven rooms, each with unique furnishings and a relaxing atmosphere. All rooms can sleep two guests and some have features such as a separate entrance, claw foot tub and shower, bidet, original hardwood floors, a fireplace, or a two-person spa tub.

The building has a New Orleans-style patio to relax and enjoy the weather. A full breakfast is included, featuring orange juice, tea or coffee, French toast or eggs, cold or hot cereal, fresh fruit, sausage or bacon, and fresh biscuits or croissants. Wine is complimentary.

2221 Fairfield Ave, Shreveport, Louisiana 71104, 318-848-7776 Photo: The Fairfield Place

Cajun Country Cottages offer guests the opportunity to relax and enjoy some solitude in the Cajun Country while staying in a historic cottage. The bed and breakfast is on a secluded property with a private 5-acre lake that is fully stocked and is on the former site of the Magenta Plantation. There are five cottages for guests to choose from: Evangeline, Little Cypress, Magenta, Playhouse, and Schoolhouse, each of which has its own decor. All cottages have typical hotel amenities, such as heating and air conditioning, and many also have full kitchens, large front porches, and their own wooden swings. You can also select a room with a fireplace, tub, private deck or pier, sitting room, two-person Jacuzzi tub, and/or high ceilings.

Guests can rock on the porch swings, fish in the lake, go for a walk, or read a book surrounded by nature. There are also canoes and boats that you can borrow for free. A full breakfast is delivered every morning right to the door of your cottage. Rates start at $165 per night.

1138 Lawless Tauzin Rd, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517 337-332-3093 Photo: Cajun Country Cottages

The Savoy Bed & Breakfast is bilingual, appealing to English and French speakers, and it is right in the center of Cajun Country, giving guests a private atmosphere they can only find surrounded by nature. The Guest Room is a two bedroom suite in the main house and has a patio entrance, tub and shower, and king-sized bed as well as high speed internet, a refrigerator, TV, and air conditioning. Guests can also stay in the Cajun Cottage which has a queen-sized bed, private patio, Jacuzzi, fully equipped kitchen, and billiards room as well as flat panel TV, recliner, and coffee maker.

Breakfast is served every morning at the dining table and there are numerous attractions in the area to enjoy, including art galleries, plantations, and markets. The bed and breakfast is only five minutes from Lafayette.

533 Rue Bon Secours, Scott, LA 70583. 337-237-0835 Photo: The Savoy Bed & Breakfast

The Green House Inn is designed for adults and is pet-friendly and historic, dating back to the 1840s. It is right in New Orleans, in the Lower Garden District, making it perfect for sightseeing. There are three rooms on the first floor, six on the second floor, and a suite on the third floor. Every room has individual climate controls, clock radios, TVs, deluxe king size beds, private bathrooms, and access to wireless internet. Many also have direct access to a balcony or the garden.

There is a library on site, lush gardens, a relaxing saltwater pool with waterfalls, and an oversized Jacuzzi hot tub. By the pool and gardens you will find chairs, tables, and chaise lounges. Continental breakfast is available every morning, including coffee, tea, orange juice, fresh fruit, yogurt, toast, muffins, croissants, breakfast bars, boiled eggs, Nutella, and jellies. There is also a spring water cooler, and fresh fruit, microwave popcorn, candy, and nuts available at all times. Rooms start at $179 per night.

1212 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, 504-525-1333

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Butler Greenwood Plantation dates back to the 1790s, giving guests a historic and picturesque building to relax in and enjoy their stay. There are eight cottages that guests can stay in, each of varying sizes and styles. The Cook’s Cottage is from the 19th century, while the Old Kitchen is from 1796. All cottages have double Jacuzzis, full kitchens, full private baths, decks or porches, wireless internet, cable TV, and four-poster beds. Five of the cottages have fireplaces and layouts include one or two bedrooms. There is also a swimming pool available to all guests, and you can bring your children and guests with you.

Around the house are 50 acres of grounds, including beautifully-landscaped areas, Spanish moss, formal gardens, cast-iron benches, and unspoiled woodlands. While walking around the grounds, you will see wildlife and birds, such as chipmunks, bobcats, foxes, white-tailed deer, and herons. Rooms start at $135 per night.

8345 US-61, St Francisville, LA 70775, 225-635-6312 Photo: Butler Greenwood Plantation

Samuel Guy House dates back to 1850, and when it was built by Samuel Eldridge Guy it was the center of a functional plantation. The Greek Revival building was dismantled, moved, and reassembled until it arrived at its current location in Natchitoches. You will find seven guest rooms in the house as well as eight bathrooms. Each room or suite has a different theme and color scheme, but they are all designed to feel homey and relaxing. Each room has high speed internet, a large private bath with a Jacuzzi, central heating and air, ceiling fans, cable TV with DVD players, microwaves, and hair dryers.

A full Southern breakfast is served every morning, with juice and coffee, fruit and pastries, as well as a choice of delicious dishes such as praline French toast casserole, vegetarian quiche, stuffed French toast, scrambled eggs and French pancakes. Guests have access to the grand pavilion, elaborate gardens, brick pathways, the gazebo, and rocking chairs and benches. The garden features more than 100 plants and there are multiple collections displayed throughout the bed and breakfast, such as the Original Snow Village. Rooms start at $135 per night.

309 Pine St, Natchitoches, LA 71457, 318-354-1080 Photo: Samuel Guy House Bed and Breakfast

Grand Bayou Noir originally belonged to frontiersman Jim Bowie and covers four acres with live oaks, trees, and a 7,000-square-foot home in the Georgian-style. Here you will find two guest rooms as well as the private suite, each of which has a private bathroom with a shower and bathtub, original oak floors, high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a personal mini-fridge.

A full, hot breakfast is served daily and includes fresh-squeezed orange juice and options such as fresh fruit platters, beignets, and banana pancakes, typically made with the property’s own fruit, vegetables, and eggs. Throughout the property, there are rocking chairs, hammocks, swings, ducks, chickens, and fruit trees. The main building also has a screen porch terrace, formal dining room, a living room, a vintage piano, and an outdoor patio with a hot tub. Rooms start at $130 per night.

1143 Bayou Black Dr, Houma, LA 70360, 985-804-0303 Photo: Grand Bayou Noir Bed & Breakfast

The Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast is right in the middle of downtown Abbeville, making it the perfect location to explore. This building is on the National Register of Historic Places and dates back to 1907 with original hardwood floors, pressed tile ceilings, transoms, wainscoting, beaded board ceilings, and pocket doors. The Caldwell House is made up of five guest rooms and six full bathrooms that you can rent individually or altogether. The rooms each have private baths, TVs, and wireless internet, while some also have a Jacuzzi spa or gas fireplaces.

There is a gourmet breakfast every morning, served on gold-rimmed china in the dining room. There is a rotating menu with items such as sweet potato stuffed French bread, breakfast casserole, and pecan praline French toast. There is always access to tea, coffee, water, and soft-drinks as well as complimentary snacks placed in the room daily. Guests have access to the west garden pavilion, shaded porches, a parlor, bar, formal dining room, and modern kitchen.

105 E. Vermilion Street, Abbeville, LA 70510, 337-281-0807 Photo: The Caldwell

Located just far enough from the French Quarter to be away from the noise but still close enough that you can walk to all the French Quarter action, Ashton’s B&B is in an ideal destination for a memorable weekend in New Orleans. This historic luxury bed and breakfast is snuggled in the romantic Esplanade Ridge Historic District, and it offers four elegant guestrooms in the Main Mansion, with a formal parlor and a bright, sunny breakfast room for the guests’ pleasure.

Four more equally beautiful rooms are located in the Patio Wing, a former kitchen, the servants' quarters, and the wine hollow. Being in New Orleans, you can expect a memorable breakfast with such delights as sweet potato French toast loaded with mouth-watering pecan honey-butter, Bananas Foster waffles, or Mardi Gras eggs benedict drenched with Cajun tasso sauce hollandaise.

2023 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116, 504-942-7048

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Located in the heart of the quaint town of Covington in Louisiana, the Southern Hotel exudes grace and charm, making it the perfect escape for couples wanting a touch of romance. Dating back to the early 1900s, the hotel has a rich history highlighted in its beautiful décor and ambiance. Combining comfort, creativity, and culture, the Southern Hotel offers a stay like no other.

The beautifully restored property features 40 luxurious guest rooms and two lavish suites, each of which is individually decorated and boasts individual and unique charms. Stylish décor, modern amenities, and lovely views greet guests in each of the suites, and complimentary wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel. Guests can dine in style at the upscale southern bistro, Oxlot 9, which serves a seasonal menu of regional cuisine, or enjoy a drink at the sultry Cypress Bar.

428 East Boston Street, Covington, Louisiana 70433, 844-866-1907

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