Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU
"We want to be your "go to" place in Baton Rouge offering weekly & monthly discounts".
Since opening our first unit people rave about the premium location, stylish Louisiana themed spaces, wonderful amenities, great communication and 24 hour self check in. The high demand caused us to quickly convert our cozy 16 unit complex into short term rentals.. We're walking distance to downtown attractions, bars, restaurants, and minutes to LSU and Tiger Stadium.
So join us and "Laissez le bon temps rouler."
In Louisiana we call it "Lagniappe", a little something extra.. Sometimes that "little something extra" is what sets you apart and we tried to keep that in mind when setting up each unit. We've included things for you to enjoy that we would want as a guest.
Each of our units are uniquely decorated with touches of Louisiana. There are many local artist original works and numbered prints on some of the walls. When possible we re-purpose and reuse secondary market furnishings and other interesting items we find. This is what gives each unit a character of it's own. To view all the listings click on the Host's picture and follow instructions to view all other listings and pick your favorite.
This listing is a new remodel with bamboo floors through out, beaded board ceiling in the kitchen and bathroom, crown moldings and exposed brick walls. Wonderful, traditional Louisiana style.
The beds are comfortable with new linens and extra pillows, including "Bellagio Home" luxury pillows for a peaceful night's sleep.
The kitchen is complete with built in microwave, smooth top stove, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher and all the necessary utensils for those who like to cook. There's a coffee maker for you to brew a fresh pot of Louisiana's very own Community Coffee that we provide for you. It's a true local dark roast that will wake you up. Also, in the freezer are glasses of mugs for you to enjoy your favorite beverage.
Included in the bathroom is Hotel/Spa dual shower head and hand held with multiple jet options. The towels are nice and thick. Additionally, we include Matrix, exclusive for Wyndham, soap, shampoo, and conditioner for your use if you need them.
Finally, If you're driving an automobile you'll want to know we provide FREE, ONSIGHT, RESERVED parking, which downtown can be an invaluable luxury. Now that's some "Lagniappe"!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Leave all bedding on the beds. Stack used towels on the bathroom floor. Gather and bag trash. Put the key back in the box. That's it. I'll handle the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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Property # 2358077vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Baton Rouge
Located in Baton Rouge, this condo is in the city centre. Mall of Louisiana and Foster Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Terrace Street Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tiger Stadium or Capital One Tennis Center at City Park. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling nearby.
Baton Rouge, LA
What's nearby
Bally's Baton Rouge Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
USS Kidd Veterans Memorial - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
The Old Governor's Mansion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Raising Cane's River Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Old State Capitol - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min walk
The Atrium - 2 min walk
Hilton Baton Rouge Executive Lounge - 12 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 10 min walk
Poor Boy Lloyd's - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU?
As of 11 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU on 12 May, 2026 start from S$185, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mardi Gras Central, 1 Block to River Center, Minutes to LSU located?
Located in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of 13th Gate Haunted House and Raising Cane's River Center. Louisiana State University is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The place was clean and welcoming. Great location within walking distance of downtown. Host was very friendly and was available if we had any issues or questions.
This stay was exactly what we needed! We were moving our youngest in at LSU, and this was a great home base for us to be at for the long weekend. Paul was super responsive, and we had zero issues. The beds and pillows were GREAT! So dang comfy! We all watched movies at night on the couch, and just enjoyed ourselves. Very close proximity to so many amazing restaurants and bars, and the casino!! Would definitely stay again, and plan to!
This was a cute condo. It was the perfect size for two couples. It is located downtown a stone throw from the civic center. The place was very nice. The neighborhood was so so but your downtown in a city so to be expected. There was free parking and places to go to and eat at were walkable. I would definitely stay there again.
This is was better than we could have planned for our daughter gymnastics competition. Location was perfect and the size of the VRBO was exactly what we needed. Clean and efficient. We will definitely look at booking there again in the future.
We had a great stay. The property was exactly as described and the host was very responsive to questions. Great water pressure and hot water for 3 people which was a nice change compared to other places. Easy walk to the river center and local restaurants, and a gas station half a block away for those who are renting cars to fill up before heading back to the airport. We will likely stay here again if we’re ever back in Baton Rouge.
This was a great location as described in the listing. Easy walk to the Raising Canes Convention Center. Host, Paul, was great and easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend this property. Older building, but doing some really nice updates to the units. You will be surprised.
This place is the perfect spot for our group during the Orion weekend. Very close to the ball venue and parade route. It isn’t fancy, but it’s clean and the price is right!
This place was perfect and located exactly where we needed next to the River Center and within walking distance of several attractions and restraunts. Paul did a great job of communicating to us and recommended one of the best places we ate. If you go there eat at The Chimes you won't regret it. Only thing I would recommend is an extra set of key in case the group doesn't stay together the whole time.Thanks for sharing your place with us Paul. If we come back anytime soon we will definitely stay there again.Virgil Ballard
Location was perfect, we were in town for a volleyball tournament and were able to walk. Our stay was good, we werent there much at all. I would stay again for a short trip, probably not more than a couple of days though. I think the place definitely could use a good deep clean.
Positive - manager was very accessible. Property was easy to find and get in to. Met our needs.
Negative - overwhelming smell of mildew that I couldn’t pinpoint initially but clearly there’s an issue. Smell never dissipated but luckily we weren’t there much.
Meg R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2022
Thanks for your information again. We checked the unit and found the garbage disposal locked up and retained food particles that began to smell. No one ever mentioned this to us until now and we fixed it in less than 5 minutes. It must be noted we were in contact when you arrived and mentioned this. I was going to coe address as I always do but you said it was not something I needed to address. We have lots of reviews on the other site with this unit and they're all good.
Overall, the listing is as described. The property does need some TLC/updates, but it was fine for my husband, my daughter, and myself for a few nights.The beds are full size and when you're used to sleeping on a Cal King, it's comparatively small. Washing machine doesn't spin well enough so clothes come out soaking, and then we had to run 3 dryer cycles to get them dry.Communication with owner was fine and he is responsive to texts. While we were there the internet went out and I texted him asking when it would be back on. He stated it was a service provider outage so he didn't have an ETA, but it was back on later that evening.
Host doesn’t respond to you when a problem arose. Arrived at property to stay at 4:30 pm and unit wasn’t cleaned tried calling host with number he left to call him for faster response, and no answer at all. Waited at unit for 2 1/2 hours for a response and nothing. Called VRBO and they couldn’t get host to respond as well and made us wait another hour for host to respond. Absolutely worst experience dealing with this host who has still not responded to emails, text, & phone calls as to what happened or how to resolve my refund. We had to leave and find a place to stay as we had driven all night and were there for Nationals Bowling Tournament. Bowlers don’t stay here!!! Still waiting for host to respond to refund request as VRBO said to do. Would not recommend that you stay here.
Melissa C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun, 2025
Sorry for your troubles. We had a fatal software crash that double booked reservations, wiped out reservations, took 2 reservations and combined into one meaning if someone left we didn't know there was a back to back reservation, just showed one. I could go on. It was devestating. We found and solved the problem. It effected about a half dozen reservations and you were one. Can't tell you how sorry I am. But the issues have been resolved.
I rented a unit and wasn’t even given the one I rented - renter changed the apartment number and said I was “upgraded” to a different unit at the last minute.I walked into a mildew smell that never dissipated. Comforter in one bedroom was covered in…something? Cockroaches behind bed on arrival (dead). Overall cleanliness was lacking.WiFi goes in and out, it’s not reliable. I immediately messaged the owner once on the vrbo app, no response for days. My main concern was that one day I left for work and someone had BEEN IN THE APARTMENT without asking my permission or letting me know. Super concerning to me as a solo traveler. I texted the owner per his instructions about someone being in the apartment with no response for almost 24 hours regarding a concern for my safety.I had to barricade the door at night to make sure no one came in while I was sleeping. Without a response as to who had been in my rented apartment, I left mid-stay out of concern for my safety. Owner texted me back after I had already left the premises to confirm that someone had in-fact been in the apartment while I was away. I would never stay here again.I had a lengthy fight with the owner who continued to ignore me for weeks regarding a refund for the remainder of the days that I did not stay on the premises. I would never let my solo friends, sister, or mother stay at this property alone.
Miranda R.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar, 2025
Complete total lies. This person has tried everything and come up with all sorts of reasons to get a refund that her cancellation policy didn’t allow. She started off saying the place was dirty and not ready. She actually put that in writing. The only actual VRBO message I got was her saying the internet didn’t work. That’s was false. We have 16 units and the highest speed internet for all. Our tvs are smart tvs and only work with internet. No one else in the building had a problem. She booked for two weeks maybe for work and her inability to figure out how to connect her hardware may have been a reason to find another place. Then she came up with the story that she had a “feeling” someone entered her place. When questioned why she believed that she couldn’t give a reason. I asked if anything was stolen? No. I asked if any thing was messed up or damaged? No. No proof of anything just a feeling. Since she couldn’t get me to agree to waive her cancellation agreement she went around me to see if she could convince VRBO to give a refund so the story kept getting bigger. While in the phone with VRBO they told her I would have to agree with a refund. They put her in hold and called me. They connected us three way. While on a recorded line she backtracked on the place not being clean and ready. So that was her first lie she backtracked on. Nothing she said in the three way called proved anything or justified a refund. Later while I spoke with VRBO about this I was informed she …
Room was exactly as depicted. Front row parking. Excellent communication with the property manager. Responds quickly to messages. Two blocks from canes river center. Very walkable. I will be staying here again.