What to pack for L'Auberge and Lake Charles
Pack lightweight, breathable clothing for warm days and a light jacket for cooler evenings; bring swimwear and pool shoes for the lazy river and family pool, and smarter evening outfits for Ember Grille and The L Bar. Don’t forget photo ID and a credit card for check-in (minimum check-in age is 21), any prescription meds, chargers, and items for children if you’re traveling with family.
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Clothing and shoes
Lake Charles is warm much of the year; in summer expect hot, humid conditions and in cooler months evenings can be mild. Pack breathable fabrics, shorts, tees, and a mix of casual daytime pieces.
Bring one or two dressier outfits if you plan to dine at Ember Grille and Wine Bar or spend evenings at The L Bar or casino. Ember Grille lists a Resort Casual dress code, so avoid athletic shorts and flip-flops for dinner there.
- Day: shorts, tees, sundresses, breathable fabrics
- Evening: collared shirt or polo, casual dress or slacks for Ember Grille / The L Bar
- Shoes: sandals for pool, comfortable walking shoes, one pair of dress shoes
| Season | What to pack |
|---|---|
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Light layers, sun hat, swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen |
| Spring/Fall (Mar–May, Sep–Nov) | Light jacket or sweater for evenings, layers |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Light jacket, long pants; mornings/evenings can be cool |
Pool, beach and water activities
The resort includes a pool complex with a lazy river, waterslide, swim-up bar, a family pool and an adults-only pool with reservable cabanas (cabanas are available for a surcharge). Pool hours vary by day and may close for weather; family and adult pool/lazy river hours are typically 8:00 AM–8:00 PM Sunday–Thursday and 8:00 AM–9:00 PM Friday–Saturday.
If you plan to visit nearby North Beach or drive the Creole Nature Trail, bring beach towels, water shoes, and sun protection. The resort’s nightly resort fee covers pool access for registered guests.
- Swimsuit and cover-up
- Waterproof phone case and sunglasses
- Flip-flops or water shoes, sunscreen (reef-safe if heading to Gulf beaches)
- Small dry bag for valuables if you use the lazy river
| On-site pool features | Notes |
|---|---|
| Lazy river & waterslide | Family-friendly features; swim-up bar on the lazy river |
| Family pool | Open to guests of all ages |
| Adults-only pool | Restricted area; cabanas available for surcharge |
Casino, evening and nightlife items
The casino floor is 70,000 square feet and guests must be 21 to enter and to check in; carry a government-issued photo ID. If you plan to play, bring a credit/debit card or cash and set limits before you go.
Some bars and dining venues host live entertainment on weekends; pack earplugs if you’re sensitive to loud music and consider an outfit change for venues that prefer Resort Casual attire.
- Photo ID (required for casino access and check-in)
- Wallet-friendly cash and cards
- Small crossbody or evening bag for nights out
- Optional: cigarette lighter or cigar accessories if visiting Gurkha Cigar Lounge (21+)
| Venue | Notes |
|---|---|
| The L Bar | Cocktails and live entertainment Fri–Sat; dress Resort Casual |
| Gurkha Cigar Lounge | 21+ cigar lounge with specialty cigars |
| Casino floor | 21+ only by Louisiana law |
Spa, fitness and wellness
Spa du Lac is a full-service spa with treatments and salon services; guests must be at least 18 to book spa services or use the adjoining fitness center. If you plan appointments, book in advance and bring any health-related notes or surgeon/physician restrictions relevant to massage or body treatments.
Pack workout clothes and athletic shoes if you want to use the Fitness Facility. Registered hotel guests and spa guests get complimentary fitness access; day-use for non-hotel guests costs a fee.
- Workout clothes, athletic shoes, small towel if you prefer your own
- Swimsuit if booking spa or poolside treatments
- Any required medical forms or notes for spa treatments
| Amenity | Age restriction |
|---|---|
| Spa du Lac treatments | 18+ to book/use |
| Fitness Facility | Access covered for registered guests and spa guests (18+) |
| Spa salon services (Azalea Spa & Salon) | 18+ for services |
Family, kids and pets
The resort accepts children as hotel guests and maintains family-friendly pool areas (lazy river, family pool). Note: the casino floor, adults-only pool, spa and fitness center carry age restrictions.
L'Auberge allows well-behaved dogs in guest rooms for a non-refundable fee (service dogs are exempt). Dogs are not permitted in most public indoor areas such as restaurants, the casino, pools, spa and fitness center; check the property’s pet guidelines for designated zones.
- Kids: swim diapers if needed, floaties for non-swimmers, change of clothes
- Pack snacks and entertainment for downtime (tablet, chargers, headphones)
- Pets: leash, pet bed/blanket, food, and vaccination/ID info (max two dogs per room per property policy)
| Policy | Notes |
|---|---|
| Children | Accepted as hotel guests; some amenities are age-restricted |
| Pets (dogs) | Allowed in rooms for a non-refundable fee; not allowed in many public areas |
| Pool access | Family pool and lazy river available; adults-only pool restricted |
Practical items, documents and check-in essentials
At check-in you must show a government-issued photo ID and a credit card. The hotel’s standard check-in time begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM; contactless check-out is available. The minimum age to check in is 21.
A nightly resort fee is charged and includes business center access, fitness center access, in-room bottled water and coffee, internet access, and pool access. Bring chargers, a power bank, medications, and any travel documents you need for the drive or flights.
- Photo ID (driver’s license or passport) and credit card for incidentals
- Printed or digital reservation confirmation and BookResorts agent phone if needed (+1 (888) 605-1350)
- Medications, chargers, sunscreen, reusable water bottle
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in / check-out | Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM |
| Minimum check-in age | 21 (photo ID required) |
| Nightly resort fee | Includes wifi, fitness center, in-room bottled water/coffee and pool access |
