Stay at The Inn on the River in Donaldsonville, LA. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, and a restaurant. Close to Houmas House Estate and local attractions. 4.2/5 from 67 reviews.
Guests appreciate the unique historic charm combined with modern updates, friendly service, and a convenient downtown location. While the hotel offers good value and cozy amenities, some rooms may feel sparse or lack windows.
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The Inn on the River is an extended stay hotel situated in the historic town of Donaldsonville, Louisiana. Housed within a building that reflects the area’s rich history, the hotel offers a blend of modern amenities and classic character. Guests can appreciate the air-conditioned rooms equipped with kitchen essentials such as a fridge and microwave, making longer visits comfortable. Some rooms feature unique touches like clawfoot bathtubs, as noted by previous visitors.
Facilities include free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a smoke-free environment, alongside an on-site restaurant praised for its sizable portions and quality dishes like brisket and baked potatoes. Although the property does not have a pool, recent additions such as a pool and billiards hall have been introduced to enhance guest recreation. The hotel is also kid-friendly and maintains a quiet, relaxed atmosphere favored by those seeking a calm stay in a small town setting.
Located at 416 Mississippi St, the hotel benefits from close proximity to several notable attractions. These include the Houmas House Estate and Gardens, an elegant plantation with gardens and dining options, as well as the River Road African American Museum and the Great River Road Museum. The position is convenient for visitors interested in local history and sightseeing, with easy access to nearby airports such as Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport.
Guest reviews highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, the historic ambiance of the building, and the hotel’s affordability relative to the local market. Some guests have noted the absence of front desk personnel at times and the simplicity of room furnishings. Overall, The Inn on the River suits travelers looking for a distinct, comfortable stay with practical amenities in a small-town Louisiana setting, especially those visiting for extended periods or exploring the historic district.
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Historic town's hotel over 100 years. Unique experience. Staying on the first capital city of LA state. Maybe I'm the final visitor as hotel user. This location will be used to specific place as I heard from neighbors
The owners were friendly and knowledgeable, loved the soaking tub in the room. We Ate at restaurant, got a baked potato and Brisket plate was good and lrg portions.
This is such a nice, comfy and quiet hotel, owned and operated by a local family. With modern, updated rooms, the weekly rate is more than affordable and quite reasonable in comparisson to the local competition. They have a full range of workout equipment as well as a pool table. The nostalgia of the historic building is quite a treat as well. Thanks for a wonderful stay, we cannot wait to return!
Great little spot! Beautiful, classy rooms in a historic building. My room overlooked the main drag through Donaldsonville and the location is perfect for exploration of the historic district and the park along and atop the levee. I stayed here while about to complete my Mississippi River paddle and the owners were very kind and social. In addition to Gaston’s next door, don’t miss the Cane Sugar Toffee Company and the Grapevine Cafe.
Very friendly staff at check in, great price on the room. The restaurant down stairs was excellent!! We recommend the brisket. The room was clean, with a comfortable bed.
Our double room was sparsely furnished. No desk or chair. We had no windows in the room. There's a fridge, microwave, and a large bathroom. Fast Wi-Fi. Laundry available is a big plus! Worked great for a night passing through Donaldsonville. I like that is right downtown, but as others have said, not a lot goes on in downtown Donaldsonville.
I love how they changed a historical building into a Motel . With taste and modernity . It is perfect for a roadtrip coming from Memphis or visiting the plantation area of New Orleans . There is nothing else in the village …but at least a big Walmart . The restaurant in the building is easy and a good Menue and on the weekends they just opened a pool/Billiard hall . Perfect for Road people who don’t like American style chain Motels but character .
I stayed here just one night for a wedding that was nearby. Room was clean and big. Very comfortable bed I absolutely loved the claw foot bath tub!!! The only downside I saw was there was no one at the front desk to greet you when I arrived or at checkout. It would’ve been nice to see a friendly face and “thank” them in person. Overall, I enjoyed my stay
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