Hotel Francis

2.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this eco-certified St. Francisville hotel

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Exterior
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Property amenity
Reviews
6.0

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

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

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4/10 Good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

St. Francisville

On lake.You'll find Grace Church of West Feliciana Parish and Hemingbough within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Also, Mississippi River is within 3 miles (5 km) and Afton Villa Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).

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

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 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

Enjoy free breakfast at this eco-certified St. Francisville hotel
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 center 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 safes and coffee/tea makers. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This St. Francisville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 onsite 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 onsite 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 each 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

How close is Hotel Francis to the airport?

Hotel Francis is 26 mi (30-min drive) away from the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Francis?

As of May 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Francis on May 29, 2024 start from $75.0, excluding 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.

Does Hotel Francis have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Francis.

Does Hotel Francis offer free breakfast?

Hotel Francis offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Francis?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Francis?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Francis?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Francis have a pool?

Hotel Francis features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Francis have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Francis have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Francis to downtown St. Francisville?

Hotel Francis is 0.2 mi away from St. Francisville.

Hotel Francis Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 651 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 651 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 651 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 651 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 123 out of 651 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

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth, Charlottesville

Traveled 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 traveler
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

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

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Business traveler, Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Darrell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Fair price and good product
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023