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Hotel Francis

2.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and health club

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Outdoor pool
Reception
Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lake
Reception

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Explore the area

Map
1 Lakeside Dr, St. Francisville, LA, 70775
  • Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Myrtles Plantation
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hemingbough
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Television

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

St. Francisville

At Hotel Francis you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Parker Memorial Park and Spring Creek Shopping Center. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a health club and a business centre. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this St. Francisville hotel include Town Hall of Saint Francesville and West Feliciana Parish Library.

What's nearby

  • Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Myrtles Plantation - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hemingbough - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • West Feliciana Parks and Recreation - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • False River - 29 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Francis - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonny's Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ricky's Audubon Lounge - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hotel Francis

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and health club
Hotel Francis offers its guests an outdoor pool and a health club. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Francis. Free self parking is available.

This St. Francisville hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1960
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel Francis offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Premium cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This St. Francisville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 879 reviews
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1960
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Magnuson Hotel St Francisville
Magnuson St Francisville
Hotel Francis St. Francisville
Hotel Francis Hotel
Hotel Francis St. Francisville
Hotel Francis Hotel St. Francisville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Francis?

Hotel Francis offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Francis?

As of 15 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Francis on 16 June 2025 start from AU$166.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Francis?

Yep, Hotel Francis has a free self car park.

Does Hotel Francis have a pool?

Hotel Francis has an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Francis serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental breakfast is on offer daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Francis?

No, Hotel Francis does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Francis?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Francis's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Francis?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Francis?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Francis Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 736 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 736 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 736 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 736 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 151 out of 736 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jerome

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not like anything about this hotel , the room was not cleaned proper , the shower and sink had mold on it, the bed had bed bugs in it . Their was not any breakfast at all and nothing about this place deserve good review.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Bad ownership

The staff were great but the owner gave me and my family of 4 the dirtiest look the whole weekend. She would look at us in a bad way and would not take her eyes off of us like she wanted to do something to us. During this stay I just lost my mom and this is how you treat your guest. If you are African American I would think twice about going there because she doesn’t want people like us staying there. She only want you to work for her which is the impression she’s giving. She made me and my family feel very uncomfortable and I worry a lot about others of my race that’s comes in contact with her. To her staff, please please be careful and safe working under her. I would never bring my family or my children to stay around there again. Kids definitely doesn’t deserve to see the ignorance that she puts out there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jamey

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No towel rack holes in the wall. No drain stopper in sink no wash rags
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room felt dirty. Protruding metal bed frame that caused injury to lower leg
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca d

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Under new management, under construction , dirty , horrible rooms , inadequate staff , we did not stay. I would advise not recommending this hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was quiet and clean. Bunch of remodeling going on, which is understandable for a new owner.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Werlean

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was infested with gnats!!! I was moved to another room that had gnats but not as many. No carts with all my stuff was terrible!!!!!! Staff was nice and trued to help, but they were hardly at the counter to offer assistance. Someone should be at the front at all times. I will never stay here again!!!! No discount was even given for the infestation of gnats. I had to make my own insect repellent with apple cider vinegar which was also frustrating and uncalled for!!! The mades didn't clean the room bc it had someone's shirt in the room and food in the fridge just nasty and lazy of them!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chad

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Emerson

Liked: Staff & service
This place is truly a hidden gem worth discovering! Nestled away from the bustling highway and off the beaten path, it offers a unique sense of privacy and tranquility that can be hard to find. Despite undergoing renovations, which will only enhance its charm, my stay here was nothing short of delightful. The atmosphere is serene, making it the perfect getaway. Trust me, if you're looking for an escape that combines comfort with an element of surprise, this destination is simply unmissable!

8/10 Good

Robert-Ike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a decent place to stay; dated but friendly and clean. They offer a dinner service which is nice and the breakfast is very good. It didn't appear that there was any housekeeping available during a 3 day stay. Nice staff and a convenient place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dillon

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was a bit outdated and could use a little work. But we didn’t mind it at all. We just went there to sleep because we were hunting right down the road. Staff was great. Seemed like a quiet place even seen a deer in the parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast even paoed, was not available
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Thank you Marian
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reviews and pictures did not match the actual rooms, they were out dated and didn’t look or feel clean at all. We were also not told of the large party going on till relatively late at night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, HINESTON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Area was quiet and staff was super nice. Room needs updating but its was just right for a nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel I’ve ever walked into.

The desk clerk was nice and accommodating. The facility is a dump. We checked into a room and the toilet was running nonstop when I raised the toilet lid water was splashing onto the seat. Went back to the desk got another room when we pulled the covers back on the bed there was a wad of hair between the sheets. We then checked out and went to the Best Western down the street same price 100x nicer. Stay at the Hotel Francis if you want to see what a non updated 1960’s hotel was like.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mechelle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The carpet felt wet and slimy. And I had roaches in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ethan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The plaques of all the plantations in the main building was very nice touch, as well as the hot breakfast was amazing compared to most hotels where it's just cold. Seems like the new management is making steps in The right direction And we look forward to returning and seeing improvements
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Felicia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Re: dump

This was the worst hotel I have ever stayed at! It’s under construction; however, this place should be torn down! Went for complimentary breakfast at 8am, and the food was all gone. Guest were looking around for the food!! It seems as if this is a rent by the week hotel, so many may live there. Trust me, stay elsewhere!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024