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 98 ˚F. The coolest month is January, when temperatures drop to 30 ˚F. The wettest month in Lake Charles is March with 10.69 inches of rain, while the driest month is October with 1.67 inches of rain.
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Vacation Rentals in Lake Charles
At AllTheRooms.com we have accommodations from all of the best providers - Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and others. We have 786 vacation rentals, hotels and other accommodation types in Lake Charles ranging from low-cost options to extravagant places to stay. A vacation in Lake Charles can be affordable - our cheapest price rental is available at $16 per night. The average price of a rental is generally $113 per night.
If you want to stay connected during your vacation, then you can choose from over 217 accommodations in Lake Charles that have WiFi. We have 53 accommodations that come with breakfast included. You can maintain your workout routine by staying at one of 53 accommodations that provide gym facilities. If you are driving to Lake Charles, you'll want to pick from 221 places to stay that provide parking. 70 accommodations come with a pool or jacuzzi
AllTheRooms has 70 pet-friendly places to stay in Lake Charles, so if you're traveling with your cat or dog you won't have any trouble.
In Lake Charles AllTheRooms currently compares hotels, vacation rentals, hostels from more than 4 providers, including 175 places to stay from Airbnb, 21 accommodations from Priceline and 21 places to stay from Agoda.
369 of the rentals in Lake Charles have been rated by previous guests. They rated 65% as excellent or good. 193 accommodations allow instant booking.