Explore Washington
Located in the center of Washington, Louisiana, Hotel Klaus is the perfect walking distance from wedding venues, a local restaurant, park, antique shopping, and more.
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This popular spot in a c. 1830 converted warehouse offers local seafood with a casual ambiance. Don’t miss their award-winning dish, Crawfish Palmetto.

Discover the rich history and culture of Louisiana’s third oldest European settlement.

Perfect for the kids to play or to enjoy native plants, this beautiful park is located just a few blocks southeast ofHotel Klaus, across the street from Washington’s Town Hall.

Located next door to Hotel Klaus. Features beverages, fine desserts, homemade ice cream, snowballs, and other items of interest such as children’s clothing.

A historic wedding and event venue, built in the 1840s.

A variety of antique treasures await you in this charming converted 1938 schoolhouse. Enjoy lunch at Duet’s Café on the ground level.

Located on the ground level of the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall. Enjoy a rotating menu of plate lunch dishes among eclectic retro décor.

A beautiful rebuilt church that was first established in 1854.

A restored historic Episcopal church originally built in 1874. It includes a dressing area, stage, and full kitchen. The church can be rented for weddings and other functions.
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Restaurant selling plate lunches, crawfish, and Louisiana classics. Stop in for live music on the weekends.

This historic cemetery was established ca. 1867 and was an exclusively Jewish place of burial.

This cemetery, established ca. 1700, was the first in Washington. It later became known as the Yellow Fever Cemetery for its use in the epidemics of the mid-1800s.

This historic cemetery was established ca. 1858. It is located on property donated by Judge John Moore. It was originally part of Oakland Plantation.

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Explore Washington
Hotel Klaus is a convenient location to visit many exciting places in St. Landry Parish. With quick access to I-49, it’s easy to explore not only Washington, but Opelousas, Sunset, and more. See below some of Hotel Klaus’s favorite destinations in Washington and the surrounding area.
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Located next door to Hotel Klaus. Features beverages, fine desserts, homemade ice cream, snowballs, and other items of interest such as children’s clothing.
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Restaurant selling plate lunches, crawfish, and Louisiana classics. Stop in for live music on the weekends.

This popular spot in a c. 1830 converted warehouse offers local seafood with a casual ambiance. Don’t miss their award-winning dish, Crawfish Palmetto.

Located on the ground level of the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall. Enjoy a rotating menu of plate lunch dishes among eclectic retro décor.

Located in Sunset, a 15-minute drive south on I-49. The restaurant is known for its local seafood dishes, including chargrilled oysters.

Situated on the banks of the Bayou Fuselier, it is known for its Saturday brunch menu. Be sure to make a reservation as it can fill up quickly.

This local brewery is known for their LA 31 brand beer. Have fun in the arcade or check their website for live local music times.

Enjoy coffee & tea specialties and sweets. Located in the courthouse square in Downtown Opelousas, a 10-minute drive from Hotel Klaus.

15-minute drive away in Grand Coteau’s National Historic District. Enjoy coffee & tea specialties along with sweets and baked goods made in-store. Also great for breakfast or lunch.

Discover the rich history and culture of Louisiana’s third oldest European settlement.

A variety of antique treasures await you in this charming converted 1938 schoolhouse. Enjoy lunch at Duet’s Café on the ground level.

Experience a plant tour of the local spice powerhouse, Tony Chachere’s. Gift shop available after tour.

St. Landry Parish is known for its equestrian sports. Experience gaming, dining, and horse races.

Take a walk through the many different habitats in St. Landry Parish and learn about the rich history and culture of the parish.

A historic wedding and event venue, built in the 1840s. The hall is 8,000 sq ft and can accommodate 400 guests.

A beautiful rebuilt church that was first established in 1854.

A restored historic Episcopal church originally built in 1874. It includes a dressing area, stage, and full kitchen. The church can be rented for weddings and other functions.

This cemetery, established ca. 1700, was the first in Washington. It later became known as the Yellow Fever Cemetery for its use in the epidemics of the mid-1800s.

This historic cemetery was established ca. 1867 and was an exclusively Jewish place of burial.

This historic cemetery was established ca. 1858. It is located on property donated by Judge John Moore. It was originally part of Oakland Plantation.

Perfect for the kids to play or to enjoy native plants, this beautiful park is located just a few blocks southeast ofHotel Klaus, across the street from Washington’s Town Hall.

A great starting point for birding in St. Landry Parish with a mile-long trail for nature strolls. Common birds to spot are hawks, owls, woodpeckers, and neotropical migrant songbirds.

Take a walk through the many different habitats in St. Landry Parish and learn about the rich history and culture of the parish.

A 30-minute drive northwest of Hotel Klaus, this superb state park offers 20 miles of hiking paths, 8 miles of kayak and canoe routes, BBQ pits, picnic tables, native plants and wildlife, and a water playground for the kids.

Located in Chicot State Park, enjoy 600 acres and almost 5 miles of trails. The welcome center is full of educational material on Louisiana’s array of flora and fauna.
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