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- Has outdoor swimming pool
- Free comp. breakfast
- The Avg. Group Saves 46.0%!
- Access to gym on-site
- Hotel has 101 rooms
- Check out time: 12:00 PM
- Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
- Group friendly rating of 10.0/10
- Hotel has 5 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room types
Local attractions
Hotels in Saint Francisville, Louisiana are known for southern hospitality and being close to attractions, like Myrtle's Plantation and Rosedown Plantation. Saint Francisville hotels in Louisiana are located in a historical town, full of antiquing and quaint local shopping options. The nearby Louisiana State Rodeo in Angola, held in April and October, is a short drive from our Saint Francisville hotel. Whether you want to relax, get some culture or are here for the rodeos, enjoy a cool, spacious room and the friendliest service in town. Your Magnuson Hotel in St. Francisville is one of two branded hotels in the area, and guests count on us to deliver the quality and service they've come to expect. Plantations surround the area, and historical tours are a favorite activity for many of our guests. Baseball tournaments in the summer always draw a crowd, and the Audubon Pilgrimage is a favorite local activity that brings in travelers from around the country.The Mississippi River attracts outdoor fun
Landmarks and Location of Hotel Francis
Verified reviews of Hotel Francis
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently: "Clean rooms and quiet lodging."
Overall score4.0/ 5
Hats off to a new hotel startup! The rooms are clean and quiet. The management and staff are cordial. Best wishes for their continued success.
Lstanley H. (Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from 
15-Mar-2024 Verified review, stayed from Tue Mar 12 to Fri Mar 15 2024 at a $87.22 average nightly rate. 
Property description
Offering an outdoor pool, this St. Francisville hotel offers free Wi-Fi in every room. Butler Greenwood Plantation is just a 6 minute drive away.A microwave and a small fridge are included in each room at the Magnuson Hotel St. Francisville. Cable TV and ironing facilities are also included. All rooms feature a view of the lake.A complimentary continental breakfast is offered each morning at the St. Francisville Magnuson Hotel. Guests can exercise with a variety of equipment at the fitness center. This hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge and Beaver Creek Golf Course are both a 30 minute drive from this hotel. Baton Rouge is 35 miles away.We speak your language! Hotel Rooms: 101We have meeting/Banquet space with over 5 rooms from 5-200 people. We have a great outdoor area for outside parties and weddings.2 Double Beds Nonsmoking, 1 King Bed Nonsmoking and 2 Double Beds Smoking with the following in each room.Free hot breakfast, free wireless internet access, cable TV with extra stations, air conditioning, free local calls, iron and board, coffee maker, hairdryer, microwave and mini-fridge. Requests are not guaranteed, and will be granted based on availability at check-in.1.00 mile(s) from Rosedown Plantation, splendidly restored example of antebellum opulence. 28 acres of historic gardens, open daily.1.20 mile(s) from The Myrtles Plantation, listed on national register, America's most haunted homes.1.60 mile(s) from West Feliciana Sports, 4.5 mile mountain bike trail, nature trail, tennis & basketball courts baseball fields and picnic tables in a beautiful country setting.2.00 mile(s) from Butler Greenwood Plantation, area's most complete formal Victorian parlor.4.29 mile(s) from Audubon State Historic Site, West Indies influence apparent in house where Audubon tutored furniture making in late federal style.4.31 mile(s) from Afton Villa Garden, site of gothic mansion burned in 1963. Approach by serpentine avenue of live oaks and azaleas, open seasonal.4.50 mile(s) from Catalpa Plantation, Victorian home filled family treasures.5.00 mile(s) from Cat Island Wildlife, activities include, bird watching, fishing, hunting & canoeing.5.00 mile(s) from Cottage Plantation, oldest complete plantation complex in area, open daily.6.50 mile(s) from Greenwood Plantation, famed Greek revival home built in 1830, burned in1960 and reconstructed in 1980. Open daily.8.00 mile(s) from Tunica Hills Wildlife, several biking trails through steep ravines.22.36 mile(s) from Angola LA State Museum, prison museum and site of several award winning films. Free admission.0.77 mile(s) from St Francisville IGA, grocery store, full service0.95 mile(s) from St Francisville Market, grocery and deli, full service19.86 mile(s) from Walmart, retail store
Green sustainability
Not at this time.
Details / Other expenses
| Check-in: | 2:00 PM |
| Check-out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of last renovation: | 2008 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 101 |
| Corridors: | All rooms have exterior hallways |
| Non-smoking rooms: | 77 |
| Rooms with disabled access: | |
| Suites: | 12 |
| Room windows: | Windows don't open |
| Cleaning frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting rooms: | 5 View spaces |
| Meeting space: | 3682 sq. feet |
| Event space: | Holds 158 people |
| Dist. to food/bars: | 0.3 Miles |
| Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: | 20.0 Miles |
| Dist. to the nearest gym: | On-site |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: Pool is outdoor. The size is 40'x20' and the hours are from 9AM-10PM. | |
| Ownership: | American Motel Management |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: CANCELLATION POLICYCancel by 4 PM on day of arrival, local hotel time, to avoid a 1 night(s) cancel penalty charge on normal days. On event dates it is 72 hours before arrival or you will be charge one full day. Group bookings of 5 or more rooms can not | |
| Nightly parking: | 0.00 |
| Typical group deposit: | 25% |
| Total taxes: | 13.00% |
| Total misc. fees: | £0.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 4.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 3.00% |
| City Tax: | 5.00% |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jogging path
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
Airport & shuttle information
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport for more information call Airport. US 61 South toward Baton Rouge for approximately 21 miles.?Merge onto Interstate I-110 South.?Proceed approximately 2 miles to Exit 6 toward the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport.?turn Left onto Harding Boulevard 0.2 miles.?Turn Left onto Veterans Memorial Boulevard.?Approximately 0.4 miles down Veterans Memorial Boulevard turn slightly to the Right onto Captain Ryan Drive which will lead directly to Jackie Cochran Drive (front of the airport terminal).
Local shuttle info: No shuttle. But if Shuttle is need, we can cost this out for your group.
Breakfast information
Complimentary full breakfast from 6AM-10AM Monday-Sunday, choice of breads, cereal, hot eggs, grits & other hot items, juice and coffee. We also have a free Supper Monday to Thursday for our Guest from 5PM-7PM.
Pet friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pets are welcome for $25.00 per day per room. Most dogs are welcome. See rules at Hotel or call for restrictions.
Parking information
Free Parking
Internet/Wi-Fi
free, access in guest rooms, lobby and meeting rooms
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Meeting rooms and event rooms at Hotel Francis
Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Hotel Francis.
Feel free to use the Hotel Francis meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Saint Francisville event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting room name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sq ft) | Event 5'/6  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theatre | Reception | Regist. desk  |
| MAGNOLIA ROOM | 38 x 50 x 12 | 1900 | 158/158 | 111 | 79 | 46 | 54 | 46 | 12/10 | 211 | 190 | 190 |
Close this MAGNOLIA ROOMCATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES IN THE STATE OF LA. Room type: Ballroom Total size: 1900 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 38 x 50 x 12 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 20 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Is there natural light? No Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? No Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
Half-day space rental fee: $250.00 USD Full-day space rental fee: $500.00 USD Evening space rental fee: $300.00 USD CATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES AT THE STATE OF LA.    | ||||||||||||
| MAGNOLIA ROOM A-SIDE | 26 x 38 x 12 | 988 | 82/82 | 58 | 41 | 24 | 28 | 24 | 6/5 | 110 | 99 | 99 |
Close this MAGNOLIA ROOM A-SIDECATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES IN THE STATE OF LA. Room type: Ballroom Section Total size: 988 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 26 x 38 x 12 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Is there natural light? No Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? No Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
Half-day space rental fee: $125.00 USD Full-day space rental fee: $300.00 USD Evening space rental fee: $300.00 USD CATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES AT THE STATE OF LA.  | ||||||||||||
| MAGNOLIA ROOM B-SIDE | 23 x 38 x 12 | 874 | 73/73 | 51 | 36 | 21 | 25 | 21 | 5/4 | 97 | 87 | 87 |
Close this MAGNOLIA ROOM B-SIDECATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES IN THE STATE OF LA. Room type: Ballroom Section Total size: 874 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 23 x 38 x 12 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Is there natural light? No Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? No Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
Half-day space rental fee: $125.00 USD Full-day space rental fee: $300.00 USD Evening space rental fee: $300.00 USD CATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES AT THE STATE OF LA.  | ||||||||||||
| PLANTATION ROOM | 28 x 26 x 12 | 728 | 61/61 | 42 | 30 | 17 | 21 | 17 | 5/4 | -- | 73 | 73 |
Close this PLANTATION ROOMCATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES IN THE STATE OF LA. Room type: General Meeting Room Total size: 728 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 28 x 26 x 12 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 6 Is there natural light? Yes Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? No Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
Half-day space rental fee: $125.00 USD Full-day space rental fee: $300.00 USD Evening space rental fee: $300.00 USD CATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES AT THE STATE OF LA.  | ||||||||||||
| FELICIANA ROOM | 62 x 17 x 12 | 1054 | 88/88 | 61 | 44 | 25 | 30 | 25 | 7/5 | 117 | 105 | 105 |
Close this FELICIANA ROOMCATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES IN THE STATE OF LA. Room type: General Meeting Room Total size: 1054 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 62 x 17 x 12 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 20 Columns: 0 Windows: 12 Is there natural light? Yes Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? No Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
Half-day space rental fee: $300.00 USD Full-day space rental fee: $500.00 USD Evening space rental fee: $500.00 USD CATERING OF FOOD IS DONE WITH 3RD PARTY VENDORS OR YOU CAN DO YOUR OWN. DISCOUNT IS GIVE IF YOU CLEAN AND SETUP YOUR SPACE. IF YOU WANT ALCOHOL YOU MUST USE A 3RD PARTY VEDNOR WHO HAS LIQUIOR LICENSES AT THE STATE OF LA.     | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Hotel Francis
What time is check in?
Check in time is 2:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Hotel Francis have?
There are 101 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Hotel Francis?
Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Hotel Francis?
Complimentary full breakfast from 6AM-10AM Monday-Sunday, choice of breads, cereal, hot eggs, grits & other hot items, juice and coffee. We also have a free Supper Monday to Thursday for our Guest from 5PM-7PM.
What parking is available at Hotel Francis?
Free Parking
How much does internet cost?
free, access in guest rooms, lobby and meeting rooms
Can I get a AAA rate at Hotel Francis?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Hotel Francis?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Hotel Francis?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Hotel Francis?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Pool is outdoor. The size is 40'x20' and the hours are from 9AM-10PM..
Testimonials:
"It was great. I ended up booking my meeting with the best bid, that I wouldn't have received if it wasn't for you." C.C. - New York City, NY
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