The Kinder center is about 1 mile southwest of Allen Parish Hospital and 23 miles northeast of Chennault International Airport.
The temperatures vary between the mid-forties and the mid-nineties in the Kinder area, depending on when you visit. Summer is the low season in the area due to hot and humid weather, but summer is also a good time for fishing and swimming in the nearby rivers and lakes. Summer is a great time to find bargain rates on hotel rooms. Early April until late May sees an influx of tourists enjoying the fine spring weather and early fishing opportunities. Book your room well in advance when planning to visit Kinder in the spring.
Bird watchers and hunters visit Kinder during the cooler fall months, so be sure to book your room early as lodging fills up and rates are a bit higher during prime season. During high season, the Coushatta Casino Resort hosts big-name bands and musical performers, so if you want to catch one of these amazing acts, early booking is essential.
Winters are chilly and wet and most visitors stay away. However, there is something charming about hiking in the pine forests and around the swamps on a misty morning. You can easily score a room at bargain rates during the winter months.
Of course, Kinder offers plenty of lodging options with fabulous discounts for AAA members, senior citizens, military, and government employees. The Days Inn & Suites Kinder offers a lovely discount to those who carry a AAA membership card. Government employees also receive a nice discount that makes your stay more affordable. You get a free continental breakfast with hot items as well as free Wi-Fi. The hotel is pet-friendly, and you can relax watching television on your 32-inch flat-screen television.
Americas Best Value Inn Kinder also offers discounts to seniors, government employees, and AAA members. If you are traveling for business, the hotel offers discounts on extended stays and use of the on-site business center. The hotel offers a free shuttle to Coushatta Casino 24 hours a day. The rooms include a coffee maker, 32-inch flat-screen television with HBO and ESPN. The bedding is plush and a joy to rest on, and kids 11 years or younger get to stay for free, where they can also enjoy a free continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
Why not add extra value to your hotel stay while visiting Kinder? There are plenty of options available, including the Best Western Inn at Coushatta. The rooms are spacious with ultra-comfortable bedding, and when you are not out golfing, fishing, or enjoy the entertainment at the adjacent Grand Casino via the free 24-hour shuttle, you can relax in your room watching cable satellite television with Showtime. Check your emails or surf the web using the complimentary Wi-Fi. After enjoying the free continental breakfast with hot items, take a swim in the outdoor pool.
If you are traveling for business or as a large group, the La Quinta Inn & Suites a few miles from the town center offers group discounts and use of their spacious banquet space and meeting rooms. Fuel up on the hotel's complimentary breakfast before heading to your conference or to the business center.
After a day exploring the area, relax in the Jacuzzi or splash in the outdoor swimming pool. The rooms offer free Wi-Fi as well as free cable television. Get a restful night's sleep on the Bright Morning Bed soft pillowtop mattresses, and catch the morning news on the flat-panel television. Bring your furry friend, because pets are allowed to stay for free.
If you enjoy outdoor recreation you have plenty of opportunities available. Take the kids to the Sunrise Catfish Farm for a fun day of casting and catching. Fishing is free, but they do charge you by the pound for any fish you wish to keep. Or, book a fishing charter with a guide who will take you out to catch local fish. If you want to go hunting for game birds or go fishing on public waters, be sure to pick up a license from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
Rent a kayak, canoe, or a tube to explore the beautiful Ouiska Chitto Creek. Springtime and early summer are ideal for water sports. Pack a picnic and head over to Chicot State Park. The cool, clear waters of the lake are ideal for catching largemouth bass and crappies. There are plenty of hiking trails to explore, as well, so plan a full day at Chicot State Park.
Of course, you can't beat the Coushatta Casino Resort for plenty of entertainment. From gaming rooms to live music, you can find it all at the casino. Bring the kids along so they can enjoy Kids Quest at Coushatta Casino Resort. They offer daycare and plenty of activities to keep them busy.
Cajun food abounds throughout Kinder, so enjoy the culinary delights whipped up by specially trained chefs that will make your mouth water. If you enjoy hand-crafted beer, there are plenty of breweries close by so you can enjoy tasty brews while eating some of the best Southern food around.
Not far from the town center is the little town of Jennings. Take a trip there to visit the A Block Off Broadway Community Theatre. Housed in the historic Strand Theater, the venue is an ideal place to watch artistic performers thrill and delight you.
No matter what you do while you are visiting Kinder, know that there are plenty of lodging options. From budget-friendly hotels to luxurious adult-only experiences, you will find the right accommodations for you near all that Kinder has to offer.
Below are reviews of the city of Kinder, LA from an actual visitor's perspective.
The Casino!
The casino.
I was there to go to the casino!
Went to gamble!
The Casino
Visited the Casino.
Just visited the Casino.
We came for a roping. It was at the casino and was nice,
Casinos.
Casino
Food and golf!
Very clean!
Easy access to the Casino.
I like the people, the casino, and visiting the churches.