Baton Rouge is more than just Louisiana’s capital city — it’s an awesome destination for music, culture, and outdoor recreation that makes for a wonderful weekend getaway. The city has a rich history worth learning about, as well as fun local festivals and a central location that’s just an hour from both Lafayette and New Orleans. To experience this city for yourself, here are some of the best Airbnb rentals in Baton Rouge to book for a night or longer.
Luxury Cottage in Historic Beauregard/ Downtown
Built in 1915, this home has been renovated and restored to accommodate Airbnb guests in Baton Rouge. It has a high-end kitchen, laundry machines, king-size bed in the master bedroom, and smart TV. The backyard is a work in progress that will soon be available for guest use. Overall, six people can stay here and use the two bedrooms and two baths. It’s in the Beauregard Town neighborhood and comes with one parking spot in the driveway and plenty of street parking too.
Tiger in the Garden
For your stay in Baton Rouge, you can book this entire guesthouse for up to four people. It’s a studio space with two beds and one bath. It has a kitchenette, a queen-size Murphy bed, private patio, and off-street parking. You’ll be in a quiet and safe neighborhood in Mid-Town. Self-check-in makes your arrival here easy, and the hosts follow enhanced cleaning protocols. The sleeping arrangements are a queen-size bed and a sofa bed. Wi-Fi and TV with standard cable are provided here. Pets are allowed, but check with the host first if you want to bring your pet.
2-Bedroom Full Downtown Home
Up to four people can stay in this downtown home that has two bedrooms and one bath. This is a vintage shotgun-style home that’s just minutes away from lots of things to do. The home has a clawfoot tub, wood floors, and large porches in the front and back. It comes with two queen-size beds and an air mattress. Other perks of staying here are the laundry machines, full kitchen, TV, and free street parking. With this rental, you’ll be in the Beauregard Town neighborhood, which is the second-oldest neighborhood in the city and has historic homes plus an eclectic vibe. It’s easy to walk along the Mississippi River, enjoy Jolie’s Oyster House, and listen to live music when this is your home base.
Charming Acadian Style Cottage
This adorable home has one bedroom and one bath for guest stays and is a great choice for two people. It’s on a private street and has a queen-size bed, laundry machines, fridge/freezer, kitchen appliances, and everything you need to be comfortable. Pets are allowed here for a fee as long as you notify the host that you want to bring a pet. It’s a rental space that’s more affordable and fun than staying in a hotel. Wi-Fi and TV are available here too.
Backyard Bungalow in MidCity
Here’s a guesthouse rental in Baton Rouge that accommodates two guests and has one bedroom and one bath. It’s a self-contained, bungalow-style house with a kitchen and located in the back of a white brick home. This studio space is about 275 square feet in size and has off-street parking available. It’s actually behind a family-run environmental nonprofit that serves Louisiana communities, which you can learn more about if you stay here. You’ll also love the backyard with fruit trees, lounge chairs, and a hammock when you stay here.
Boho Chic Family Home
You’ll be in a quiet neighborhood that’s charming and just minutes from I-12 when you book this Airbnb house. It sleeps five people and has two bedrooms and one bath. The bedrooms have queen-size beds, bathroom essentials are provided, the kitchen is equipped with appliances, and the laundry room is available to guests who reserve the home for at least a week. You can park your car in a covered carport, and the home has air conditioning too.
Spacious, Cheery, Family-Friendly Guest Apartment
Another option is to stay in this popular guest apartment with a full kitchen and eat-in dining area. It is a clean and cozy space with a back patio and fire pit. This apartment is separate from the host’s home and has a private entrance and parking. You’ll be in central Baton Rouge here and have easy access to I-10 and I-12. It’s a family-friendly area in a quiet neighborhood, and the host family has four children and a Toy Australian Shepherd dog who live here too. Guest pets are allowed here. The home is about 15 minutes away from Louisiana State University.
Vintage Airstream in the Heart of Mid City
How fun would it be to stay in a vintage Airstream for your Baton Rouge trip? This Airbnb rental is a 1969 Airstream Ambassador camper that has fold-out couches that extend into full-size beds. It also has a full kitchen, bath with shower, and outdoor seating area. The camper is parked in Mid City, so you’ll easily be able to walk to shops, bars, and restaurants from here. TV, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning are also offered in the camper. You’ll check into the camper with a lockbox.
Amazing Downtown Loft in Baton Rouge
With one bedroom and one bath, this stylish loft sleeps four people in Baton Rouge. It’s in the heart of the city and in walking distance from bars and restaurants. You’ll have an open floor plan here, TV to keep up with your shows, and a bedroom with a queen-size bed and small closet. The host provides guests with toiletries and towels in the bathroom, and there’s also a washer and dryer in the bathroom closet. The second story of the loft has a balcony that guests can access. Parking is not provided, so you’ll need to find a spot in the paid lots or metered spots on the street. Pets are allowed here, but additional fees may apply.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge House
Here’s a lovely house that was built in the 1850s and is available to rent on Airbnb. It is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom carriage house with a dining room that seats eight people. This rental is for one apartment within the house, which has three units total. You can rent all three of them if you have a larger group and have the whole house. Guests have access to laundry facilities and can easily walk to restaurants and bars. Wi-Fi and TV are provided and the space allows pets. The rental is in a mostly commercial area of downtown so evenings and weekends are quiet here.
Fun House (Star Trek Bedroom)
For a fun and affordable stay, you can book this private room in a house in Baton Rouge. It works well for one or two guests, and comes with access to shared bathrooms, kitchen use, and laundry machine access. Inside the home, you’ll find a pool table, air hockey table, foosball, board games, and TV with streaming services. This bedroom for rent has a queen-size bed. You’ll be in a large suburban neighborhood with this rental and can bring your pet along.
