Is L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles worth it? Honest pros and cons
Short answer: Yes, L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles is worth it if you want a full-service casino-resort experience with a large gaming floor, on-site golf, multiple dining choices and extensive pool and spa facilities. It’s less compelling if you prefer a quiet, adults-only hotel or need an all-inclusive rate—the property charges nightly resort and other optional fees and enforces age restrictions in several areas.
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Rooms, comfort and what you actually get
Rooms are offered as Luxury Room, Executive Room and Luxury Smoking Room, each available with either 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds. Guest-room Wi‑Fi is included as part of the nightly resort fee, and the property provides standard in-room bottled water and coffee.
The property is a large 26‑story resort with roughly 995–1,000 rooms and many suites; exact room layouts and views vary by floor and room type. A refundable deposit is charged at check-in in addition to the nightly resort fee.
- Room types (exact names): Luxury Room; Executive Room; Luxury Smoking Room
- Resort fee covers: business center access, fitness center access, in-room bottled water & coffee, internet access, and pool access
- Refundable deposit: a refundable deposit (example listed as USD 50 per stay) is charged at the property
| Item | Fact |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM |
| Resort fee | A nightly resort fee is charged (listed as USD 24.30 by some sources) and covers specified services |
| Pet policy | Dogs allowed for a non-refundable fee (example USD 150 per stay), up to two dogs per room |
Casino, nightlife and entertainment
L'Auberge has a large casino floor reported at about 70,000 square feet with both table games and slot machines. Louisiana law requires casino patrons to be 21 or older to enter and play.
The property also runs The L Bar with late-evening hours and live entertainment on weekend nights, a dedicated poker room, a sportsbook and specialty venues such as the Gurkha Cigar Lounge.
- 70,000-square-foot casino (table games and slots)
- Casino access: 21+ (Louisiana law)
- Evening options: The L Bar live entertainment Fri–Sat; other bars and lounges on site
| On-site gaming/entertainment | Notes |
|---|---|
| Table games & slots | Extensive offerings across the main casino floor |
| Poker room | Dedicated poker room available |
| Live entertainment | The L Bar hosts entertainment; a separate event center hosts concerts |
Pools, family features and cabanas
The resort pool complex includes a family pool, a lazy river with a swim-up bar, a waterslide and a separate adults-only pool with reservable luxury cabanas (cabanas come with an additional charge).
Pool hours are typically Sunday–Thursday 8:00 AM–8:00 PM and Friday–Saturday 8:00 AM–9:00 PM, but the pool area may close for inclement weather. The family-friendly lazy river and waterslide make the resort usable for families, while the adults-only pool and certain amenities remain age-restricted.
- Pool features: heated pool, lazy river, waterslide, swim-up bar
- Adults-only pool: restricted area with cabanas available for a surcharge
- Hours: Family Pool/Adult Pool/Lazy River typically 8am–8pm (Sun–Thu) and 8am–9pm (Fri–Sat)
| Feature | Access / Age policy |
|---|---|
| Family pool & lazy river | Open to all ages |
| Adults-only pool & spa/fitness | Restricted to guests 18+ or 21+ as posted |
| Cabanas | Available for reservation for an extra charge |
Spa du Lac and fitness center
Spa du Lac is a full-service spa with treatment rooms, saunas, whirlpools, lockers and a salon. Spa treatments offered include facials, massages (including hot stone), body wraps and scrubs, aromatherapy and custom body treatments.
Guests must be at least 18 years old to book spa services and to use the spa and most adjoining fitness facilities; registered hotel guests and spa guests receive complimentary fitness-center access, while non‑hotel guests typically pay a daily fee.
- Spa facilities: multiple treatment rooms (including couples rooms), saunas, whirlpools, vanity areas, full salon
- Spa hours: vary by day (example hours listed Monday–Sunday with later weekend hours)
- Fitness center access: complimentary for registered guests and spa clients; a daily fee is charged for others
| Service | Age policy / access |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments (massages, facials) | Guests must be 18+ to book |
| Fitness center | Complimentary for hotel and spa guests; non-guests pay a fee |
| Salon services | Available on site (Azalea Spa & Salon name listed for salon services) |
Dining and on-site bars
The resort lists six on-site restaurants and bars, covering a range from casual to fine dining. Notable outlets include Ember Grille and Wine Bar (steakhouse), Drago’s Seafood Restaurant, Asia (Asian fusion / Vietnamese quick bites), Daiquiris and Dogs, Modern Pantry and The L Bar.
Hours and availability vary by restaurant; reservations are recommended for Ember Grille and Wine Bar and for busy times. Poolside and seasonal venues may open on a seasonal schedule.
- Ember Grille & Wine Bar — Contemporary American steakhouse; reservations recommended
- Drago’s Seafood Restaurant — Cajun/Creole seafood; hours vary by source
- Asia, Modern Pantry, Daiquiris and Dogs, The L Bar — casual to lounge options
| Restaurant | Type / Notes |
|---|---|
| Ember Grille & Wine Bar | Steakhouse; dinner hours, reservations accepted |
| Drago's Seafood Restaurant | Seafood/Cajun restaurant; menu includes charbroiled oysters |
| Modern Pantry / Asia / Daiquiris and Dogs | Casual, quick-bite options and poolside service |
Location, transport and nearby attractions
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles sits at 777 Avenue L'Auberge along Contraband Bayou and occupies large grounds with an on-site Tom Fazio–designed golf course (Contraband Bayou Golf Club). The resort is minutes from other casinos such as the Golden Nugget and is a short drive from downtown Lake Charles attractions.
The nearest airport is Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH), about a short drive away; rideshare and taxis are common ways to reach the resort. The area is best navigated with a car if you plan to explore the Creole Nature Trail, nearby beaches or state parks.
- Address: 777 Avenue L'Auberge, Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601
- Nearby: Golden Nugget, North Beach, USS Orleck Naval Museum, Creole Nature Trail
- Airport: Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) — short drive; on-site parking is complimentary
| Attraction | Approx. travel note |
|---|---|
| Contraband Bayou Golf Club (on site) | Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole course |
| North Beach | A short drive from downtown Lake Charles |
| Creole Nature Trail | Day-trip driving route with wildlife refuges and Gulf beaches |
