Just a great big WARNING for those of you who travel with pets. My husband just got shouted out of…read morethe lobby by the woman behind the desk because he asked if they took pets. "No pets. Zero, zilch, never. If you are found with a pet on this property you will lose your deposit, you will lose your room, you will lose EVERYTHING!" she shouted. I don't think he deserved that kind of response just for asking. STAY AWAY.......YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!

Great economy hotel with clean rooms and friendly service. I have stayed here several times since I…read moretravel a lot for business. For around $69 bucks you get quality equivalent to Holiday Inn, Best Western and the like without the huge price tag. Coffee is always on the house which is great if you hate driving for a cuppa joe! The staff and management are very friendly. Location is very convenient near the interstate and short drive from Baton Rouge. Easy 45 min drive from New Orleans airport. Lot of restaurants in the area as well as Walmart and other grocery stores within short drive. Baton Rouge city center is only 20 mins from the hotel. I highly recommend this establishment.

New , well lit and clean.. I am happy to find a new hotel near LSU campus…read moreStaff was friendly and there are multiple restaurant options to dine at - even walking distance

We had a great stay, in a super location (shops, restaurants within easy walking distance). The…read moreroom was clean & modern (though a little dim, as all hotel rooms are these days); staff were friendly and helpful; the breakfast service (free) was outstanding; the room was quiet in spite of being near I-10, and the workout room was clean and well-equipped (with a guest coin laundry in the same area). Our only hotel issue was housekeeping service around New Year's ("light housekeeping" every two days, which, for our housekeeper, didn't include making the bed, emptying the trash or replenishing linens). We assume that wasn't typical, so I'm keeping the five-star rating. We want to praise two of the staff in particular, both fine representatives of Hilton and this property, who will keep us coming back during our frequent Baton Rouge visits: Keith Branch, an assistant manager I think, went out of his way to help with several personal things, offered to help with luggage and other things (I'm 80), and was a friendly face every time we went by during much of our 4-night Holiday stay. He made sure we got our Hilton Honors amenities when the third-party reservation service we unwittingly used cheated us out of them (see below). Ms. Cynthia/Cynthessa (probably misspelled; she had frosted hair and was at the front desk during New Year's 2026) was extremely professional, helpful and friendly, performing a minor repair for us herself, making sure we got clean linens when the housekeeper didn't supply them, etc. BUT the third-party (not Hilton) reservation service (Reservations.com) was MISLEADING. We got fooled into believing we were dealing with Hilton on the phone, only to learn later that their stripped-down services (for which they charged a whopping $49 extra fee for some or our Hilton stays) meant no cancellation privileges, Hilton Honors points, free wi-fi, or other Hilton Honors privileges at two locations over seven nights of stays. (Fortunately, the nice folks at the properties where we stayed, including Home2 Citiplace) helped us with that.) WARNING about third-party reservation services: If you want a direct Hilton (or other brand) hotel reservation, be SURE you're not making it through a third-party reservation service such as Reservations.com. They apparently pay Google to put their links above the hotel chain's links in search results, then lead you to believe you're talking to Hilton, Marriott or another name brand. They also don't know anything about the property except what's on their script, so the info you get may not be accurate. The best thing to do, in our opinion, is contact the hotel DIRECTLY. (We would have gotten a LOWER rate plus our travel points.) Next best is to go through the hotel company's website or reservation number. If you're on Reservations.com or some other third party website, READ THE FINE PRINT. If you're on the phone and not sure who you're talking to, ASK, and if it's a third-party reservation service, I suggest you hang up.

Stayed at Holiday Inn Baton Rouge College Drive I-10 and honestly... mixed feelings…read more There are some positives - the room was spacious, and it looks like renovations have been done, which helps modernize parts of the property. But overall, the hotel still gives off older vibes, and there was one major issue that really stood out: security. Some of the room doors don't close properly unless you push them shut with extra force. When I first checked in, I realized my room door hadn't fully closed and was left slightly open. That's a pretty big concern and definitely not something you want to deal with at a hotel. On a more positive note, the breakfast was actually good, which I appreciated. Still, between the lingering "older hotel" feel and the door/security issue, it's hard to fully recommend without caution. Just something to be aware of if you're staying here.

Absolutely zero complaints about my 3 day business trip to Baton Rouge. The hotel lobby was…read morewelcoming, plenty of free parking, the hallways were clean, the room is nicely remodeled and clean. I love the walk-in shower and the Dove beauty products were nice. I'd definitely stay here again!

If you're looking for Spirit Airlines in the form of a hotel, you're at the right place…read more I've lived in Baton Rouge since Hurricane Katrina before moving to Houston in March 2018, and I've passed The Shades Motel almost daily. I had never thought too much of it; it's an old-school, unassuming, mid-century modern motel along the unofficial Red Light District in the Capital City. For years, I figured it was a makeshift brothel much like a similar...um...deca-flagged inn one mile north (if you're from Baton Rouge, you'll get it). I was completely wrong. The Shades Motel is a nice, quaint, no-frills motel whose footprint is much bigger than you'll see from the street. They have vending, ice and laundry machines, and the rooms clearly had some sort of renovation in recent years. I needed to return to Baton Rouge to surprise a former coworker in the hospital. On a tight budget from a slow month of work, I took a leap of faith and booked with The Shades Motel through Travelocity, where they have a 4.1/5 rating with nine reviews. I already knew where the motel was located, but even for an actual traveler, it's easy to get to because it's on Airline Highway (U.S. 61), the busiest drag in the city. My room was $55 for the night, $63 including taxes, etc., with check-in/check-out being 11 a.m. My transaction with the older Indian man at the desk was easy-peasy, and I proceeded to my room in the middle of the complex with my key and my belongings. Again, this is a motel, so each room, for all intents and purposes, has its own parking. My single king room was clean, smelled great and was equipped with local Cox cable, WiFi with the password was on the back of the TV remote, a sofa, a desk and *especially* a microwave and fridge. I am a huge germaphobe--possibly OCD--and I felt clean and safe enough to go barefoot in the room and in the shower. Naturally, the clientele weren't among the 1%, but they weren't anyone I felt threatened by at all, either. The bed was about what you'd expect from a no-frills motel--comfortable enough--and there was no shortage of towels. There was even the requisite Holy Bible in one of the nightstands. It was a great place to stuff my face, lay my head and commiserate about my life while bitterly watching my former coworkers at the local NBC/Fox affiliate... A little more about the location, The Shades Motel is located in the geographic heart of the Red Stick (Baton Rouge), just north of Florida Blvd./U.S. 190 and Airline Highway/U.S. 61. Sans traffic, you're about 20 minutes from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, 20 minutes from the sprawling Mall of Louisiana, 20 minutes from downtown and the museums, and just over 10 minutes from Mid City, a large district home to great shopping, antiques and dining. But if you're into abandoned places as I am, you're walking distance from Cortana Mall. Formerly The Mall at Cortana, it was once a booming complex as recently as the late 2000s, now empty with locals walking about, pointing out which stores used to be where. I worked there at Aeropostale during the 2008 holiday season, and even did some shopping at Macy's before they closed in 2016. As uncanny as it sounds, the vacant Cortana Mall is definitely an attraction, but it's also worthy of a rebirth. Either way, you can still grab some deals at the Dillard's Clearance Center, one of the three remaining tenants and the only remaining retailer, or find a few other things at the stores along the perimeter. After a night of rest and reminiscing, I checked out promptly at 11 a.m. completely satisfied. This motel is conveniently located and included everything I needed, all while giving me a sense of safety and cleanliness at the right price. For my eventual next visit to Baton Rouge, I will definitely be checking in at The Shades Motel. Who knows? I might snatch up the Jacuzzi room. Just make sure to grab some Chinese at Gold Bowl down the street, my review here on Yelp. You're welcome.

Good place to stay with clean rooms, courteous staff and mostly working class tenants. It's a nice…read moreplay to stay for a few nights or a few weeks if you're working in the area. After reading some of the other reviews, it seems this motel has completely changed.

The place looks like brand new. The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was…read moregood. The pool was nice and there is a hot tub. The best part is it is located just to the north of the interstate and was convenient to the hospital I was visiting. The price was what I expected but the accommodation s were better than I expected.

I had a very pleasant experience when I stayed at the Baton Rouge O'Neal Lane (Denham Springs)…read morelocation 7/20-7/27/2026. Due to a death in my family, I needed to return to Baton Rouge so I booked a room for 8/4-8/10/2026. I used my debit card to secure the room online with the understanding that my card would only be used to hold the room. When plans changed and I cancelled my reservation on 8/3/2026, I noticed a pending charge for $591.00. I called the hotel and was told that charge would be"drop off" and that my card would not be debited. However, approximately 24 hours later, my card was debited for the $591.00. I reached out to the General Manager Debbie Barnes via email on two separate occasions to discuss this matter, and did not receive a response. However, after my first stay at the property, she reached out immediately via email to thank me for the glowing review I posted. So to have this matter essentially ignored, was disappointing to say the least. I ended up having to file a dispute with my bank and wait for the funds to be returned to my account. ---Marian C. Morris

I must give this property five stars. They definitely under promised and over delivered. I reserved…read morethe room in advance for one night about a month ago. Little did I know it was an event going on and the rooms would be booked at a premium. The hotel is right across from the hospital and down the street from the mall with easy access to the freeway. It has a full gym, pool and cafe inside. They serve breakfast but didn't have milk. We didn't mind because we were there a short time. I was so pleased because the check in clerk was super nice and patient as I could not find my license. She waited. While on the way, I got a call to ask if I needed two beds. They didn't have the room I booked. Since my son was with us I said I did. She upgraded us to "the studio commons". When I tell you this room was so nice. It was like a studio apartment with a separate entertainment space suitable for a small party and a regular sized king hotel room connected. The only downfall is that there was one restroom and the bedroom access is locked from the studio. They gave us two keys because it's hard to prop the door open and it locks. Full pull out couch sectional, plenty of table space and bar setup. Full refrigerator, stove and microwave. They even had dishes and two tvs. The bedroom was nice and had all the essentials, good closet space and restroom. Desk and a safe. I will book here again, the room is about $600 a night but well worth it if you have an event. We paid a regular room rate as the upgrade was complimentary.

I found this during my assignment in Baton Rouge in mid October and figured why not? Never stayed…read moreat an Element before and this was in a nice clean location. Fortunately, the cleanliness of the exterior and parking lot matches the cleanliness of the rooms which comes with a small kitchen area and couch. The kitchen has a stove, microwave, dish/glassware, and a full-size refrigerator; very nice amenities if you prefer cooking/preparing your own meals. The bed was comfortable and no issues with room temperature. Additional perks include a spacious exercise room and excellent breakfast where they prepare the items for you upon your order. Staff is friendly and attentive; I'd be open to staying here again should I have another assignment in these areas.

Had the most wonderful stay at this beautiful, historic Bed and Breakfast. Janice, the owner, was…read moreso friendly, informative and accommodating. Our room was decorated beautifully and so comfortable. The gorgeous property, and all the beautiful artwork, just added to the joy of staying here. Breakfasts were delicious and plentiful and there were always drinks and snacks available 24/7, which is above and beyond, and really make you feel like you're home away from home. Can highly, highly recommend staying here whenever in Baton Rouge. A big thank you to Janice for a truly wonderful experience.

This is a gorgeous Bed & Breakfast in the midst of Baton Rouge. It's like a oasis of peace and…read morequiet. I had a gorgeous balcony / deck out of my room and seriously loved it. I drank coffee in the morning on my deck. My bed was comfortable. The pillows, will, I wish I'd have had a flatter one, but that often happens to me at a hotel or B&B. Breakfast was really good. Pancakes with fruit and chocolate syrup, fruit, scrambled eggs with cheese, a piece of sausage and a piece of bacon. They keep milk and yogurt and wine in the dining room for your enjoyment.

We were looking for an affordable place to stay for the night, and my wife found this gem. Although…read morethe inn is older, the owners have done an amazing job updating the rooms throughout. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made our stay even more enjoyable. We will definitely be staying here again whenever we need a place in the area.

The spacious room was clean and nicely decorated. It was set up to easily accommodate long term…read morestays although we only stayed one night. The staff was very accommodating. Will definitely stay here next time we're in the area.