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The Southern Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Abita Brewing Company

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Lobby
Reception
Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
The Southern Hotel welcomes travelers with its inviting lobby fireplace and stylish bar in downtown Covington. Visitors can cool off in the outdoor pool, enjoy a quiet coffee moment in the lobby, or discover local literature in the hotel's library.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Covington is home to The Southern Hotel. While the natural beauty of Fontainebleau State Park and Tammany Trace can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Abita Brewing Company. Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum and Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge are also worth visiting.
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Map
428 E. Boston St, Covington, LA, 70433

What's nearby

  • Covington Trailhead - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Egan Health Care-North Shore - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Abita Brewing Company - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Lakeview Regional Medical Center - 10 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Fontainebleau State Park - 18 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Covington Beer Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Haven Coffee & Cocktails - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cured. On Columbia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Columbia Street Tap Room and Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Rani - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Southern Hotel

Hotel near Abita Brewing Company
A garden, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Southern Hotel. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free internet and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 21 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 6.00 to 21.00 per person
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Southern Hotel Covington
Southern Hotel
Southern Covington
The Southern Hotel Hotel
The Southern Hotel Covington
The Southern Hotel Hotel Covington

Frequently asked questions

Does The Southern Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is The Southern Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Southern Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Southern Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Southern Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 100 (subject to availability).

Where is The Southern Hotel located?

Situated in Covington, this hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Abita Brewing Company and 10.5 mi (17 km) from Fontainebleau State Park. Tammany Trace is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) away.

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