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Hot Summer Specials
June 30, 2023 | News FlashBeat the heat and book a room at Chateau Saint Denis. Reserve now through September 5 and receive a 21 % Promotional Discount and two free drinks in Lounge 1714, located inside Chateau Saint Denis hotel. Located n the… Read More »
Historic Natchitoches Hosts Southern Garden History Society
March 30, 2023 | News FlashHistoric Natchitoches was proud to welcome the 39th Annusl Southern Garden History Society, The 41 year old society brings together a wide range of garden history enthusiasts. Scholars and professors as well as home gardeners came together to learn about… Read More »
Classic Cars in Historic Natchitoches
September 30, 2022 | News FlashThe first weekend of October each year brings beautiful weather and classic cars, the Natchitoches Historic District Business Association hosts the “Return to the 50’s” Car Show. This year is no different, bringing in over 400 cars, and several hundred… Read More »
Good Times and Festivals in Historic Natchitoches
August 31, 2022 | News FlashLaissez Les Bon Temps Roule! No it is not Mardi Gras Season, but in Natchitoches there are good times ahead. In this Louisiana town, as summer comes to a close, cooler temps and festivals are just around the corner, and… Read More »
2022 Natchitoches Jazz/ R & B Festival
May 31, 2022 | News FlashThe Natchitoches Jazz/R&B Festival celebrated it's 25th year. This regional musical event takes place in the downtown historic district each year and offers a variety of music from jazz, R & B, rock to soul and country. The festival features more than… Read More »
Historic Natchitoches Welcomes 180/185 Aviation
April 30, 2022 | News FlashThe skies over Natchitoches were a buzz as historic Natchitoches welcomed the 180/185 Aviation Club. The international 180/185 Aviation Club is a social organization that boasts of over 1,200 members from all over the world including Australia and Canada. All… Read More »
Downtown Natchtioches welcomes the 2020 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Inductees
June 30, 2021 | News FlashDelayed but not forgotten, is a theme that has been spoken often over the last year and this June was no different. Natchitoches was privledged to host to the 61st Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony the last week… Read More »
Meetings, Sports & Weddings return to the Downtown Hotel
March 31, 2021 | News FlashThe beginning of this year has been busy at Chateau Saint Denis. Chateau was happy to host International Paper at the beginning of the month for a training event. The event took place over five days at the hotel. Participants… Read More »
Experience Historic Natchitoches in 2021
January 19, 2021 | News FlashJanuary is known for reflections, resolutions, and cold weather. Natchitoches was happy to receive the last of these, cold weather, at least for a brief time. Unusual for this southern town, Natchitoches welcomed a heafty snowfall that blanketed the city… Read More »
Gratitude and Electricity in Historic Natchitoches
November 19, 2020 | News FlashWilliam Faulkner said "Gratitude is a quality similar to electricity: It must be produced, discharged and used up in order to exist at all" This year has brought changes to the holiday season in Historic Natchitoches. However, both gratitude and… Read More »
Natchitoches Hosts “Return to the 50’s Car show”
October 14, 2020 | News FlashOn the first weekend of October each year, the Natchitoches Historic District Business Association hosts the “Return to the 50’s” Car Show. This year was no different, bringing in over 400 cars, and several hundred car loving enthusiasts. The show… Read More »
Book Direct Summer Special
July 17, 2020 | News FlashCool off and beat the Summer heat in beautiful historic Natchitoches! Book now until September 1 and receive a 15% promotional discount, upon confirmation, and receive two complimentary drink coupons from Lounge 1714, conveniently located inside the hotel. Promotions cannot… Read More »
Parc Natchitoches hosts USSSA 2020 World Series XVI
July 3, 2020 | News FlashParc Natchitoches is playing host for the 2020 USSSA World Series Warm Up XVI, July 4th weekend and Chateau Saint Denis Hotel is happy to welcome the players and fans. Guests are able to enjoy all that downtown Natchitoches has… Read More »
Parc Natchitoches hosts USSSA 2020 World Series XVI
July 3, 2020 | News FlashParc Natchitoches is playing host for the 2020 USSSA World Series Warm Up XVI, July 4th weekend and Chateau Saint Denis Hotel is happy to welcome the players and fans. Guests are able to enjoy all that downtown Natchitoches has… Read More »
Parc Natchitoches hosts USSSA 2020 World Series XVI
July 3, 2020 | News FlashParc Natchitoches is playing host for the 2020 USSSA World Series Warm Up XVI, July 4th weekend and Chateau Saint Denis Hotel is happy to welcome the players and fans. Guests are able to enjoy all that downtown Natchitoches has… Read More »
The ladies of FASA come to Natchitoches
June 26, 2020 | News FlashNatchitoches welcomes the ladies of FASA to Parc Natchitoches Read More »
Chateau Saint Denis Hotel; Our Doors Are Open & Our Masks Are On
May 21, 2020 | News FlashBusinesses around the state of Louisiana have begun to open up and travelers are beginning to take to the roads; Chateau Saint Denis Hotel in downtown Natchitoches stands poised in a position that is ready for guests with our promotions… Read More »
Chateau Saint Denis Hotel-A New Normal Amidst A Historic Town
April 29, 2020 | News FlashChateau Saint Hotel may have adapted to a new normal, but it still continues to offer the exceptional service and hospitality for which it is known. Coronovirus or COVID-19 has impacted the hotel industy and required some changes be made. … Read More »
Experience Natchitoches-Louisiana’s Oldest Permanent Settlement
January 11, 2020 | News FlashNatchitoches may be known for it’s dazzling Christmas light displays and festive holiday atmosphere but there is so much more to this jewel that makes visiting an unforgettable experience! Visitors are in for a visual and culinary treat while in… Read More »
Natchitoches Christmas Festival (Traditions, Events, & Entertainment)
November 26, 2019 | News FlashThe holiday season in Historic Natchitoches is a sight to behold! With more than 300,000 Christmas lights stretched for miles in the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District, 100 lighted and themed set pieces strategically placed on the picturesque Cane River… Read More »
“A Blush & Bashful Weekend” Steel Magnolias Style
October 21, 2019 | News FlashFor thirty years, Historic Natchitoches, Louisiana has been synonymous with the 1989 Hit movie, Steel Magnolias. Natchitoches is the setting for the movie penned by Robert “Bobby” Harling, the screenwriting of Steel Magnolias. Based on a true story, Harling payed… Read More »
Natchitoches Classic “Return to the 50’s” Car Show
September 17, 2019 | News FlashOn the first weekend of October each year, the Natchitoches Historic District Business Association hosts the “Return to the 50’s” Car Show. This show began almost twelve years ago with only 88 cars on display the first year. In only… Read More »
23rd Annual Natchitoches Jazz/R&B Festival-May 10-11
April 19, 2019 | News FlashFor more than 20 years, the Natchitoches Jazz/R&B Festival has celebrated this regional musical event in the downtown historic district and Cane River Lake! The festival offers a variety of music from jazz, rock to soul and country. The festival features three stages with more than… Read More »
Natchitoches Named The South’s Best Small Town in Louisiana by Southern Living
March 14, 2019 | News FlashFor the second year in a row, Natchitoches was voted The South’s Best Small Town in Every State for Louisiana by Southern Living Magazine! This accolade, for the Oldest Permanent Settlement in the State of Louisiana, is a tremendous honor.… Read More »
Experience Historic Natchitoches, Louisiana
February 5, 2019 | News FlashNatchitoches may be known for it’s dazzling Christmas light displays and festive holiday atmosphere but there is so much more to this jewel that makes visiting an unforgettable experience! Visitors are in for a visual and culinary treat while in… Read More »
Natchitoches Christmas Festival – A festival for the entire family!
December 19, 2018 | News FlashThe holiday season in Historic Natchitoches is a sight to behold! With more than 300,000 Christmas lights stretched for miles in the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District, 100 lighted and themed set pieces strategically placed on the picturesque Cane River… Read More »
Louisiana Sports Hall Of Fame 2018 Induction Weekend
August 6, 2018 | News FlashThe City of Natchitoches, Natchitoches Events Center and the Chateau Saint Denis Hotel had the honor of hosting the 2018 Louisiana Sports Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony and weekend festivities, for the 43rd year! Eleven inductees officially joined the Louisiana… Read More »
Louisiana Association of Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technicians
June 11, 2018 | News FlashThe Louisiana Association of Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technicians hosted their annual EMS Educational and Advocacy Conference in historic downtown Natchitoches Louisiana at Chateau Saint Denis Hotel earlier this month. Over 100 LANREMT members attended the three day conference that consisted… Read More »
Louisiana FBI National Academy Associates hosted 2018 Annual Conference in Natchitoches
May 7, 2018 | News FlashThe FBI National Academy Associates Louisiana Chapter hosted their 2018 Annual Conference in historic downtown Natchitoches at the Natchitoches Events Center and Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, April 21-24, 2018. Roger Henson, 2018 President, is the Chief of Corrections at the… Read More »
2017 “Large Business of the Year”
February 19, 2018 | News FlashWe are proud to announce that Chateau Saint Denis Hotel was named the 2017 "Large Business of the Year" by the voting members of the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce. Pictured above: L/R Christina Bennett, Tim O'Bannon, Cassy Gebhart, Lacy… Read More »
91st Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival
December 7, 2017 | News FlashThe Natchitoches Christmas Festival - ranked 3rd “Best Holiday Light Show” behind Rockefeller Center and Disney Land by Yahoo! Natchitoches celebrated its 91st Christmas Festival, the granddaddy of all Louisiana festivals. Named by Southeast Tourism Society as a Top 20 Festival for… Read More »
Louisiana Airport Managers and Associates 46th Annual Conference
October 18, 2017 | News FlashThe Natchitoches Regional Airport, Alexandria International Airport, Marksville Airport, and False River Regional Airport, co-hosted the Louisiana Airport Managers Association (LAMA) 46th Annual Conference in downtown historic Natchitoches at the Natchitoches Events Center and anchor hotel, Chateau Saint Denis on… Read More »
Return to the 50’s Classic Car Show
October 5, 2017 | News FlashThe Chateau Saint Denis Hotel got a front row seat at the 11th annual Natchitoches Classic Car Show on September 30 - October 1, 2017 in historic downtown Natchitoches! Thousands of car enthusiasts from all over the country attended this… Read More »
LOWA holds conference at Chateau Saint Denis Hotel
August 14, 2017 | News FlashThe Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association kicked off its annual convention, held at Chateau Saint Denis Hotel in Natchitoches for 2017, with a Welcome Reception at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum Aug. 11. The conference was capped… Read More »
Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
June 26, 2017 | News FlashWe had a very exciting weekend! The Chateau Saint Denis Hotel and Natchitoches Events Center hosted the 2017 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Inductees and events throughout the induction weekend. The inductees participated in several events, starting with the VIP Reception held in our beautiful… Read More »
American All-Star Dance Camp
June 3, 2017 | News FlashChateau Saint Denis Hotel and The Natchitoches Events Center had the privilege of hosting the American All-Star 2017 Dance Camp this past week. We housed over 50 dancers from several local high schools, for a four day dance camp. This is the… Read More »
Destination Downtown Natchitoches
May 22, 2017 | News FlashSummer is quickly approaching, which means Natchitoches is buzzing with family friendly activities! See all the excitment that "Destination Downtown Natchitoches" has in store. Read More »
Demon Legend, LSU coach Orgeron
May 7, 2017 | News Flash'Geaux Tigers! Fork 'em Demons' - Demon legend, LSU coach Orgeron Doug Ireland/Sports Information Director May. 06, 2017 Demon Football NATCHITOCHES – It's nothing unusual for LSU football coach Ed Orgeron to immediately be flocked by fans when he enters… Read More »
NSU Athletics partners with new downtown Chateau Saint Denis hotel, Natchitoches Events Center
April 20, 2017 | News FlashNATCHITOCHES – The addition of the Chateau Saint Denis Hotel in historic downtown Natchitoches provides a premium lodging option a short distance from the Northwestern State campus, setting the stage for a newly-announced partnership between Northwestern State Athletics, the new… Read More »
NSU’s Amir James wins national recognition from Hero Sports
March 27, 2017 | News FlashAfter a week of online voting, Northwestern State junior sprinter Amir James has been named this week’s Hero of the Week in Division I men’s track and field after his brilliant performance last weekend at TCU. James ran a leg… Read More »
Chateau Saint Denis Hotel host University rowing teams
March 24, 2017 | News FlashChateau Saint Denis Hotel had the priviledge of hosting the Univeristy of Central Oklahoma and Wichita State Univeristy rowing teams, this year for their Spring training. Rowing teams return to Cane River, Natchitoches By Matt Vines 03/23/2017 NATCHITOCHES – The calming… Read More »
Natchitoches Named Among 100 Micropolitans in Nation for Economic Development
March 23, 2017 | News FlashNatchitoches was named among the nation’s top 100 micropolitans for economic development by Site Selection magazine, a leading economic development journal. A micropolitan is a statistical area with a population of at least 10,000 but less than 50,000. Natchitoches ranks… Read More »
2017 Natchitoches Dragon Boat Races
March 6, 2017 | News FlashNorthwestern State University’s Chaplin’s Lake was the scene of a good natured battle for nautical bragging rights Saturday, March 4 as 15 teams of 20 paddlers competed in the second annual Natchitoches Dragon Boat Races. The popular event, which doubled… Read More »
The Perfect Marriage
February 13, 2017 | News FlashThe City of Natchitoches announces the Perfect Marriage Read More »
Louisiana Travel Promotion Association
February 9, 2017 | News FlashWe had a great time with the Louisiana Travel and Promotion Association (LTPA) members at the Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon in January. Natchitoches was chosen as the destination to host the annual event! Chateau Saint Denis Hotel and the Natchitoches Events Center… Read More »
Natchitoches Chamber of Commerce 2016 Business of the Year winners!!!!
February 9, 2017 | News FlashWe would like to congratulate the 2016 Natchitoches Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year winners! AEP SWEPCO - Large Business of the Year Maggio's Package Liquor - Mid Size Business of the Year 3J's Fourway - Small Business of… Read More »
ConventionSouth Magazine Readers’ Choice
December 12, 2016 | News FlashChâteau Saint Denis honored to recieve a Readers' Choice Honorable Mention from ConventionSouth Magazine The results are in for ConventionSouth’s Annual Readers’ Choice Awards! More than 4,000 readers and fans voted, creating an elite list of the top 250 meeting sites… Read More »
We are now Open!
November 21, 2016 | News FlashAs the holiday season approaches, Natchitoches, Louisiana, has a new gift to share: The Château Saint Denis Hotel opened for business on November 18, 2016. Read More »