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Hotel Francis

2.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and health club

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Exterior
Exterior
Property amenity
Lobby
Reviews
6.0

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Restaurant

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Map
1 Lakeside Dr, St. Francisville, LA, 70775
  • Popular LocationRosedown Plantation State Historic Site15 min walk
  • Popular LocationMyrtles Plantation4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCat Island National Wildlife Refuge16 min drive
  • AirportNew Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)107 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4/10 Good

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet-Friendly)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet-Friendly)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet-Friendly)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet-Friendly)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet-Friendly)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet-Friendly)

Highlights

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

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The price is AU$198
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

St. Francisville

At Hotel Francis you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Grace Church of West Feliciana Parish and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Hemingbough. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The family restaurant, FREE SOUTHERN SUPPER, is open for dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, conference space, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a free manager's reception. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this St. Francisville hotel include Mississippi River and Southern University and A&M College.

What's nearby

  • Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site - 15 min walk
  • Grace Church of West Feliciana Parish - 19 min walk
  • Hemingbough - 4 min drive
  • Myrtles Plantation - 4 min drive
  • Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge - 16 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In - 11 min walk
  • The Francis - 5 min drive
  • The Francis Smokehouse & Specialty Meats - 19 min walk
  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Sonny's Pizza - 11 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. 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 eco-certified Hotel Francis. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this St. Francisville hotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1990
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hotel Francis offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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 buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • FREE SOUTHERN SUPPER

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

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Business centre
  • 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

  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and a first aid kit
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 and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Francis on 24 May 2024 start from AU$128.18, 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 buffet 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.

Hotel Francis Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 122 out of 648 reviews" "

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is nasty,everything in the room is broken. My wife had to clean the room for us just to stay in it. I wouldnt recommend this place to anyone

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth, Charlottesville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel Francis is a work in progress. It is a sprawling two-floored structure that harkens back to 1960's era of fine motor hotels. New management has an arduous task ahead of it. Many features need to be updated but the staff works hard to correct issues or move you to a better spot if an isdue can't be remedied quickly. We would stay here again in a heartbeat because other aspects are wonderful. There is virtually no highway noise. The driveway is crumbling but the surrounding live oaks have been trimmed effectively and tastefully. The lake is a lovely backdrop for an afternoon stroll. I loved the "Southern Supper" of chicken & dumplings. It's only available Mon-Thurs but it was great. Hotel Francis is veteran friendly, aiming special deals toward vets.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No tv service and brown contaminated water.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

George

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

lana

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bath dripped water unceasingly. No working television. We had to leave it was so outdated and unkept.bathroom fixtures had rusted. We are asking for a refund .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Gail

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is a very old Hotel. We went to a night wedding and came back into a very cold room. The unit had quit and we had to change rooms. The new room was warm when we went to bed but the heater had shut down by morning. The room was very clean but that is about all I can say for it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
The staff were friendly but the motel is fatigued. The breakfast was good the first morning but declined every day after that. Curious that the St. Francisville police were present each evening. Would I stay here again, probably as the price is good and the folks are nice. But I'd at least know more about what I was gettting ahead of time. I wouldn't shy away from it but don't expect a squeeky clean place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023