BELLE LOUISE HISTORIC BED & BREAKFAST, Paducah – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Guest House
The Belle Louise Historic Guest House is in Paducah's LowerTown Arts District, one of the city's oldest neighborhoods. This Italianate mansion, built in 1879, features five guest rooms with period décor, modern amenities, and private baths. Some rooms include clawfoot tubs, rain showers, and private decks with gas firepits.
Dining & Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, with pastries, granola, yogurt, and fresh fruit. On weekends, guests can enjoy dishes like Brioche French toast casseroles, Eggs Benedict, or Strawberry Champagne Pancakes. Coffee, tea, and homemade cookies are available throughout the day.
Arts & Culture Nearby
The hotel is three blocks from the National Quilt Museum, which features rotating exhibits and workshops. Nearby attractions include the Yeiser Art Center, Maiden Alley Cinema, and the Floodwall Murals. The LowerTown Arts District is home to galleries, craft breweries, and local shops.
Location & Transportation
The Belle Louise is a 5-minute walk from Paducah's commercial historic district, with restaurants like Freight House and Frenchtown Station. Barkley Regional Airport is 20 km away, and Union Station is 3 km from the property. Free private parking is available on-site.
Hosts & Special Packages
Owners Cary and Melinda Winchester offer insights on local history and dining. Special packages include a Romance Package with a carriage ride and a Girlfriends Getaway with chocolate-covered strawberries. The entire house can be rented for groups of up to 12.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Key access
Services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Outdoor dining area
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor