The Orange center is approximately the area of Downtown Orange and the area of Heritage House Museum.
Because Orange's climate is humid and subtropical, the weather is warm nearly all year long. In the winter, it tends to rain, but it's a steamy rain that makes the town feel that much closer to Louisiana. The earth opens up with every shower, creating a humid wonderland that, if nothing else, will work magic on your skin. The summers tend to be wet, as well, but it's always welcome because the weather is also hot and the humidity is high. You'll want to take advantage of your proximity to both the Gulf and Sabine Lake.
The weather won't affect any of the activities that are likely to pique your interest in Orange. The locals usually find the water a little chilly in winter, but if you come from a place with colder climates, then wintertime in southeast Texas is sure to feel like summer back home. It's not peak season, however, so hotel rates are generally lower between November and March or April.
Summertime is another manner. With temperatures soaring toward 100 degrees on any given day between May and September, visitors are more apt to throng toward hotels with indoor or outdoor pools — or both. Travelers are also eager to find a place to stay that's near the water. Rates for those accommodations may surge, particularly in the middle of the season.
If you want to enjoy the best of the weather while snagging a rate that's kind to your budget, spring and fall are the ideal seasons to pay a visit. The temperatures are more moderate, as are nightly prices. This part of Texas doesn't fall prey to Spring Break fever, either, in spite of how close it is to Houston. Then again, fall in Texas is something you need to see at least once.
Hotels in Orange are happy to provide guests with a variety of discounts. To begin with, group rates are available for everyone from bachelorette and bridal parties to corporate groups and large-scale meetings. The Comfort Inn, less than five miles from the city center, welcomes large bookings, as does the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, which is only a couple of miles from the center of town. For week-long meetings, consider an extended stay accommodation, such as the Suburban Extended Stay Hotel in Beaumont.
Are you an AAA member? If so, several hotels in the area provide discounts to visitors who show their membership card or give their membership number over the phone. The Days Inn hotels in and around Orange have an AAA discount, as do most Americas Best Value Inns. Baymont Inn & Suites, found in Sulphur, Louisiana, have the deal, as well.
Orange is always happy to have senior travelers come to town. As such, several local hotels provide discounted rates to older holidaymakers. Take a look at many of your favorite budget brands, such as Hampton Inn & Suites in Port Arthur and elsewhere. MainStay Suites in Port Arthur has a deal for seniors, too. Be kind to your budget at Econo Lodge & Suites, or take things up a notch and inquire about the senior discount at Wingate by Wyndham.
Members of the military and government employees can snag a less expensive rate at Hampton Inn by Hilton. The Howard Johnson welcomes active duty soldiers and veterans, as well. To save even more money, hit up the Red Roof Inn & Suites. Alternately, consider splurging a bit at the Hilton Garden Inn.
In Orange, the best value is often found at the mid-line hotels because of their versatility. The Best Western Casino Inn is near the center of the city, plus you're close to some of western Louisiana's best attractions. Three Rivers Inn & Suites offers competitive rates at a spot that's close to the airport. A variety of Marriott brand hotels provide unbeatable value for money. Try the Courtyard or TownePlace Suites, which includes full-size kitchens in the rooms. Cobblestone Inn & Suites in nearby Vinton is another solid all-around pick.
Orange is the place to go when you genuinely need to get away from everything. No one will bother you down in this east Texas enclave. You have the opportunity to learn about a side of the Wild West that you never envisioned at the Stark Museum of Art, which has an amazing collection of artifacts and art from the 19th and 20th centuries. The W. H. Stark House allows you to see what life looked like in Victorian Texas. The First Presbyterian Church has the only opalescent dome in the U.S.
Orange describes itself as a place with "small town charm and world-class culture." Every step you take through town proves that point, whether you're exploring the museum or venturing down to the Gulf.
Below are reviews of the city of Orange, TX from an actual visitor's perspective.
Waffle House across the street.
The hotel stay was excellent. I will definitely be back to visit again.
The hotel stay was excellent. I will definitely be back to visit again.
Was there visiting family. There frequently, Orange is a nice area, slower pace than rest of Golden Triange. Hotel is located good to get anywhere you need.