Lake Charles Vacation Rentals
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Lake Charles Travel Guide
Lake Charles, LA, is located in the southwestern part of the state, not far from Port Arthur and Lafayette. Lake Charles got its name from the lake which borders the city from the west. In 1910, a large fire destroyed the town of Lake Charles, however, it was rebuilt very fast and rapidly grew into a city. In the past few decades, Lake Charles has become a popular vacation spot due to its culture, landmarks, welcoming locals, sports, beaches, and much more.
Things to Do in Lake Charles
Lots of wonderful indoor and outdoor activities await visitors in Lake Charles. To spend quality time in nature, head to Bord Du Lac Park, right on the lake shore, where visitors can fish, get something to eat, and simply enjoy the serenity of the park. Additionally, the Prien Lake Park is a very popular due to its walking and biking trails, picnic areas, beaches, and boat docks. Alternatively, Sam Houston Jones State Park has beautiful birds and wildlife -- ideal for budding photographers. Visitors can also join hiking tours here to learn about the history and nature of the area.
On rainy days, check out the interesting selection of museums in Lake Charles. To discover more about the heritage of Lake Charles and Louisiana as a whole, the Mardi Gras Imperial Calcasieu Museum is super engaging and brilliant for kids and adults alike. The museum is filled with costumes, decor, and original art pieces depicting Mardi Gras scenes. If you're a sports fan, make your way to the McNeese State University and cheer on the local college team at a football game.
Best Places to Stay in Lake Charles
The best area to stay in Lake Charles is around the lake where there are plenty of outdoor activities, parks, restaurants and cafes nearby. Whether traveling with family and friends, as a couple or solo, a vacation rental is a great way to establish a new home away from home. Many rentals in Lake Charles come with full kitchens, large living rooms, dining areas, multiple bathrooms, and sometimes even a hot tub.
Best Time to Visit Lake Charles
The weather is generally pleasant year-round at Lake Charles. The best time to visit is October when the weather is hot without the humidity. The average temperature from May until the end of October is around 85 degrees but can peak to over 90 degrees. June is the wettest month, with around 5 inches of rainfall.
The Weather in Lake Charles
This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Lake Charles. The hottest month in Lake Charles is May, when temperatures peak at 97 ˚F. The coolest month is November, when temperatures drop to 16 ˚F. The wettest month in Lake Charles is August with 20.5 inches of rain, while the driest month is February with 1.27 inches of rain.
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Vacation Rentals in Lake Charles
At AllTheRooms.com we have vacation rentals from all of your favorite providers - Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and others. AllTheRooms has 786 rentals, hotels and other great places to stay during your time in Lake Charles, with everything from budget hostels and homestays to luxury Airbnbs and hotels. If you are wanting to keep costs down, the cheapest place to stay in Lake Charles is only $16 per night. An average rental in Lake Charles costs on average $113 per night.
Those looking to get some work finished during their trip to Lake Charles can pick from 217 places to stay that provide WiFi. 53 of our accommodations come with breakfast in the price. Fitness fanatics can get a workout in during their stay by choosing from 53 accommodations that have gyms. Driving to Lake Charles? Then choose one of the 221 places to stay that comes with a parking spot included. 70 accommodations have a a pool or jacuzzi
Those traveling with a cat, dog or some other animal can stay in any of 70 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.
AllTheRooms aggregates vacation rentals, hotels and other unique accommodation types from many providers in Lake Charles, including 175 places to stay from Airbnb, 37 accommodations from Priceline and 21 places to stay from Agoda
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