Perched on the shores of the Mississippi River, Natchez is one of Mississippi’s most vibrant and diverse communities, popular with partygoers, outdoorsy explorers and history buffs. Many of the best places to stay in Natchez are striking Greek Revival mansions, most of which were originally built as private homes. Book a room at a cosy B&B or an opulent boutique hotel, with appealing options catering to a range of tastes and budgets.
Natchez has a buzzing evening scene with live music, bustling bars and weekend parties spilling out onto the street. It’s a great destination for a relaxed weekend with friends, or for an epic cycling trip. The 444-mile Natchez Trace Parkway, popular as a travel route in the 1800s, is now a beautiful route for a cycle or scenic drive. The Mississippi River is also good for kayaking, there are walking and hiking routes along the riverbanks, and some excellent birdwatching.
Admire St Mary Basilica, the oldest-operating Catholic building in the state, and marvel at the quirky architecture of the Auburn Mansion. The city brims with hundreds of historic homes and heritage landmarks: no visit to Natchez is complete without taking the time to consider the sobering southern history of plantations and enslavement. Guided tours of Melrose Estate are impactful and informative, whilst the unfinished Longwood House and the Windsor Ruins, both dating back to the Civil War era, are also thought-provoking. William Johnson House, the home of a freed slave who became a diarist and community barber, is excellent.
Delve even further into the region’s history at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians, set on a 128-acre site, and at Emerald Mound, the site of the second-largest pre-Columbian earthworks in the country. This is also a brilliant spot for a walk or a tranquil picnic by the creek.
Whether you’re eager to dance the night away to cracking live music, to feast on delicious southern fare after days of cycling, or to unravel Mississippi’s tumultuous past, this is the place to do it. Expect a lively, fun-loving feel and a warm welcome at the best places to stay in Natchez.
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Victorian-era home with enviable Natchez bluffs location overlooking the Mississippi River. Set over 1.5 acres yet walking distance from downtown, enjoy the wrap-around porch and leafy garden. Rooms and two cottages offer contemporary comforts while public areas ring with authentic historic charm.
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Welcoming owner-run B&B situated in a Queen Anne-style main house & Victorian clapboard cottage. Rooms are decorated with antiques in a tasteful period-style. Enjoy charming and contemporary sit-out terraces and porches for outdoor relaxation. Great value and perfect for casual summer weekends away.
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Historic house tucked away on a quiet leafy street. Feel right at home with an expansive kitchen, dining & living rooms; there's also a lovely front porch & formal gardens famous in the area. Spacious musically-themed multi-room suites have been decorated in a cosy informal style. Restful residence.
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19th-century plantation home turned B&B on a 45-acre historic estate. Leading to a pillared wrap-around porch, rooms in the main house have 12 ft ceilings, grand fireplaces and antiques. More contemporary cottages in the wooded grounds come with kitchens, living areas and decks. Secluded serenity.
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Lovingly renovated Victorian home converted into owner-run guesthouse with courtyard, garden and concert hall. Period-inspired interiors combine antiques, draped curtains, decorative fireplaces and four-poster beds. There's a kitchen and walking-distance restaurants. Cosy with a sense of history.
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A pristine, Antebellum home filled with antiques. Romantic rooms & suites feature four posters and all have private balcony with views over the gardens. There's a formal dining room, library and several outdoor seating areas. A free guided tour of mansions and a full southern breakfast is included.
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Grand 19th-century mansion walking distance from the banks of the Mississippi. Immaculately restored, expect a red brick facade, pillared porches, plantation shutters & antique four-posters. Spacious high-ceilinged rooms, traditional decor & welcoming hosts give the feel of an upscale private home.
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Idyllic 19th century mansion with rich history set in expansive gardens. Rooms and suites with authentic period furnishings and decor are spread over the main house and cottage; expect four-poster beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, impressive antiques and silk damask curtains. Homely tranquil hideaway.
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Frilly, fancy & fantastic 19th-century antebellum mansion. Surrounded by 26 acres of picturesque grounds, expect opulent rooms with chandeliers and pretty colour schemes. The antique canopy beds are sensational, as is the painted wallpaper & historic porch. Experience the past with modern comforts.
