Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

Item: Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Rating: 4
Author: U.S. News & World Report

201 Lafayette St | Baton Rouge, LA 70801-1205 [SEE MAP]Baton Rouge, LA [SEE ADDRESS]

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Overview

Riverfront views less than 3 miles from LSU

Guest rooms could use an update

This Hilton markets itself as a "historic hotel," and recent guests do indeed feel that they've stepped into the past during their stay. The furnishings found in each of the rooms are reminiscent of those used when the property was known as the Heidelberg Hotel and Capitol House and frequented by Kingfish politician Huey Long. There's a touch of modernity as well, from the complimentary Internet access to the MP3 alarm clocks in all of the rooms. Travelers also appreciate that this hotel is less than 3 miles north of both the Capitol building and Louisiana State University. Recent lodgers suggest that a day spent exploring the old town Baton Rouge area (with complimentary transportation provided by the hotel) is best bookended by a meal at the hotel's Kingfish Grill. And if you're a Hilton Honors member, remember that you can earn or cash in points here for additional stay benefits.

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Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Hotel Class: 4.0-star

Property Type: Hotel, 291 rooms

Primary View: City center, River

Style: Traditional, Historic

Best For: Business travelers, Couples, Families, Solo travelers

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4.0Hotel Class

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Critic Reviews

Fodor's

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A fitness center and many other amenities make this historic riverside landmark a popular choice for business people and conventioneers.

AAA

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Reopened in 2006 after a full restoration, the art-deco gem boasts its original exterior, as well as a palatial lobby furnished with antique furniture.

Guest Reviews

A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by TripAdvisor. A total of 1267 have reviewed the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center, giving it a rating of 4, on a scale of 1-5.

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4.0 (based on 1267 reviews)

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Guest Rooms

The traditionally styled guest rooms at the hotel feature views of the Mississippi River or downtown Baton Rouge. All rooms have Hilton Serenity Beds with down comforters, 37-inch flat-screen TVs and spacious work desks with ergonomic chairs. Amenities include minifridges, alarm clocks with docking stations and laptop-size safes.

Bathrooms have walk-in showers
In-room coffee makers

Standard room size: 250 square feet

Premium channels
Workspace/desk
Minifridge
Bathrobes/slippers
Minibar
Shower/tub combo
Separate shower
Separate tub
Internet
Wireless internet
Free internet
Fee for internet usage
Guest rooms with patios and balconies
Adjoining rooms available

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Situated downtown along the banks of the Mississippi River, the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center is on the National Register of Historic Places and a member of the Historic Hotels of America. Located one block north of the Shaw Center for the Arts and the LSU Museum of Art, the property offers convenient access to the Louisiana Old State Capitol and the Louisiana Art & Science Museum, along with a variety of shops and restaurants.

Complimentary airport and downtown shuttle service
Overlooks Mississippi River
Located about 8 miles south of Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport

24-hour valet parking ($19.62)
24-hour self-parking
Airport shuttle (free)
Car service (free)

Within walking distance of:

Bus stop
Restaurants
Movie theater
Train station
Beach
Theater
Subway/metro stop
Grocery store
Shopping

Dining

The Kingfish Grill is the hotel’s on-site, full-service restaurant. Open for lunch and dinner, the restaurant specializes in steaks, seafood and regional cuisine. For breakfast, Huey’s Coffee Shop is located in the hotel lobby and offers fresh-brewed espresso drinks and pastries.

The Kingfish Lounge offers full bar service
In-room dining available between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Number of restaurants: 1

Cuisine Types: American

Fine dining
Casual dining
Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
Bar/lounge
Room service
24-hour room service
free breakfast

Pool

The Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center has an outdoor pool that is surrounded by a spacious sundeck with views of the Mississippi River.

Lounge chairs and towels provided

Lap pool
Wading pool
Lazy river
Family pool
Infinity pool
Whirlpool/hot tub
Adults-only pool
Lifeguard on duty
Poolside service
Waterslide
Deck chairs or cabanas
Pool bar

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Kids

The Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center offers several family-friendly amenities, including childrens menus and high chairs. The hotel offers play yards upon request, and there is an outdoor pool.

Cribs and rollaways available

Kids Club
Free Kids Club
Fee for Kids Club
Cribs
High Chairs

Fitness

There is a small fitness center at the hotel with ellipticals, stationary bikes and treadmills. Along with the cardio machines, the gym is equipped with a set of free weights.

Weight equipment
Cardio equipment
Yoga mats
Free fitness classes
Premium fitness classes (with fee)

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Business

The Hilton has 20,000 square feet of meeting and event space for business gatherings. The hotel offers 13 meeting rooms and two ballrooms and can accommodate corporate events for up to 800 attendees.

Complimentary Wi-Fi access
On-site audiovisual services

Number of meeting rooms: 13

Business center
Meeting rooms
Meeting and event planners available

Pets

The hotel is a pet-friendly property, and dogs weighing up to 75 pounds are permitted.

$50 nonrefundable pet fee

Pets allowed (with fee)
Dog walking
Pet-sitting

Wedding

The Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center offers two ballrooms with Mississippi River views for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The Riverview Ballroom offers a flexible contemporary setting and the Heidelberg Ballroom features crown molding, arched windows and chandeliers.

On-site wedding planner to manage event details
Wedding packages with customizable catering options

Maximum wedding guest capacity: 800

Hotel hosts weddings
Outdoor space for weddings
Wedding planners available

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