The Southern Hotel

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel with fitness center and children's pool

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Lobby lounge
Courtyard
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Meeting facility
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • GymGymGym
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
428 E. Boston St, Covington, LA, 70433
  • Popular LocationCovington Trailhead3 min walk
  • Popular LocationAbita Brewing Company4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLakeview Regional Medical Center9 min drive
  • AirportNew Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)48 min drive

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • 370 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Covington

Located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Abita Brewing Company, The Southern Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Fontainebleau State Park. This 42-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Covington Trailhead - 3 min walk
  • Abita Brewing Company - 4 min drive
  • Lakeview Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive
  • Ochsner Health Center For Children - Covington - 10 min drive
  • Fontainebleau State Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY): 49-min drive, 41.9 mi/67.5 km.

Restaurants

  • ‪Abita Roasting Co. Covington - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Chimes Covington - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Butter Krisp Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Norma's Pizza Shack - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Meribo - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Southern Hotel

Comfortable hotel with fitness center and children's pool
The Southern Hotel features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free wired internet keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Private yards, free local calls, and safes are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available for a fee: USD 6 to 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 6.00 to 21.00 per person
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)

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

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Southern Hotel Covington
Southern Hotel
Southern Covington
The Southern Hotel Hotel
The Southern Hotel Covington
The Southern Hotel Hotel Covington

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Southern Hotel?

The Southern Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Southern Hotel?

As of Jun 8, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Southern Hotel on Jun 9, 2024 start from $170.1, 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.

What can I see close to The Southern Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Covington, and it's just steps from Covington Trailhead. Abita Brewing Company is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Southern Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Does The Southern Hotel include a casino?

No, The Southern Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Southern Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about The Southern Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Southern Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Southern Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Southern Hotel serves breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Southern Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Southern Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Southern Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Southern Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Southern Hotel.

The Southern Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 369 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 369 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 369 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 369 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 369 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming hotel! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No room but a nice room found.
Well, hotels.com booked the room, unfortunately the property was completely booked. Fortunately they found me a room in their adjoining property. So it was a success!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Southern Hospitality
This hotel was phenomenal! It's a cool boutique hotel right in the middle of great food and musical entertainment! Will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia, Ruston

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Zach

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele, LAFAYETTE

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024