ALEXANDRIA

Description:

Alexandria is situated on the south shore of the Red river and its location is almost in the geographical center of the state. It is a town in County Rapides, Louisiana. Besides, Alexandria- is the main city of the metropolitan area Rapides, and Grant (the total number of people living in the area is about 154 000 people). The nearby city of this town is Pineville. In 2010 the population of Alexandria was equal to 47 723 according to official population estimates, which are held, in turn, by Technical University of Louisiana. Originally, this area was the home of a community that has supported the action by the Spanish outposts du Rapida. The first organized settlement appeared in 1785, when business man from Pennsylvania named Alexander Fulton received a land grant from Spain. In addition, the name to this city was given in honour of the daughter of Fulton. Thus, as the city of Alexandria was registered in 1818.

Climate

The type of the climate on this area is humid subtropical with some continental influence, which, in turn, is especially pronounced in winter. Summer in the city is hot and humid, and winters are mild with occasional cold snap. The area receives plentiful rainfall throughout the year, snow is rare, but, nevertheless, sometimes happens. Tropical storms and hurricanes occasionally affect Alexandria, but rarely cause serious damage, unlike areas closer to the coast. Total area is 27.0 square miles (69.9 km2). 26.4 square miles (68.4 km ²)-it is land and 0.6 square miles is covered by water.

Transport

Alexandria International Airport - the closest and the main airport of Alexandria.

Find hotels in ALEXANDRIA

Hotels in ALEXANDRIA


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Days Inn Pineville

Address: 11 Lord Of Lords Avenue, Pineville

$66 - $116

Days Inn Pineville
Days Inn Pineville
Days Inn Pineville

Days Inn Pineville

The Days Inn Pineville, LA is a Chairmans Award winning property for quality, as well as having a 5 Sunburst rating. Located only 4 miles from Alexandria, LA. We are located near the Veterans Affairs Hospital and Camp Beauregard. We offer Complimentary DayBreak breakfast including fresh Belgian... more

Sleep Inn Inn And Suites

Address: 3411 Us Highway 165, Pineville

$70 - $130

Sleep Inn Inn And Suites
Sleep Inn Inn And Suites
Sleep Inn Inn And Suites

Sleep Inn Inn And Suites

All rooms have free high speed internet, microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker, iron, and board. Hotel also features indoor heated pool, whirlpool, meeting space, exercise room, guest laundry, and business center with free high speed internet. A cash deposit of 50.00 USD required for cash paying and... more

La Quinta Inn Alexandria

Address: 6116 West Calhoun, Alexandria

$84 - $110

The La Quinta Inn & Suites Alexandria features all-new rooms with free high-speed Internet access and more! This hotel is only three miles Northeast of the Alexandria International Airport. From here, it is easy to reach all area attractions, such as the Arna Bontemps African American Museum,... more

Baymont Inn and Suites Alexandria

Address: 2301 N MacArthur Dr, Alexandria

$80 - $103

Baymont Inn and Suites Alexandria
Baymont Inn and Suites Alexandria
Baymont Inn and Suites Alexandria

Baymont Inn and Suites Alexandria

Location. Baymont Inn and Suites Alexandria is located in Alexandria and local attractions include Kisatchie National Forest. Hotel Features. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool and a fitness facility. This hotel has a business center and offers small meeting rooms, audio visual... more

Comfort Inn Alexandria

Address: 2001 N Bolton Ave, Alexandria

$100 - $102

Location. Comfort Inn Alexandria is located in Alexandria and local attractions include Kisatchie National Forest. Hotel Features. Recreational amenities include a fitness facility. Complimentary wireless and wired high speed Internet access is available in public areas. The hotel serves a... more

Super 8 Alexandria I 49

Address: 6017 Old Boyce Rd, Alexandria

$50 - $80

Location. Super 8 Alexandria I 49 is located in Alexandria and local attractions include Kisatchie National Forest. Property Features. The motel serves a complimentary continental breakfast. High speed Internet access is available in public areas. Guestrooms. Wireless Internet access is... more

La Quinta Inn & Suites Alexandria

Address: 6116 West Calhoun Drive, Alexandria
La Quinta Inn & Suites Alexandria

La Quinta Inn & Suites Alexandria

Location The hotel lies within easy reach of all area attractions, such as the Arna Bontemps African American Museum, the Alexandria Museum of Art, Lloyd Hall (about 5 km) and Kent House Plantations, and the Louisiana Maneuvers Museum (roughly 8 km). It is some 12.8 km to Alexandria Zoological Park... more

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

Address: 2716 North Macarthur Drive, Alexandria

$64 - $75

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

At the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Conference Center in Alexandria each room has Free Wireless High Speed Internet. All rooms have a Mini Refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, iron & ironing board and hair dryer. There is a complimentary Hot Breakfast for all our guests. We have interior... more

Quality Inn Alexandria

Address: 3010 N Macarthur Drive, Alexandria

$74 - $88

Location. Quality Inn Alexandria is located in Alexandria and local attractions include Kisatchie National Forest. Hotel Features. Quality Inn Alexandria features a restaurant. The hotel serves a complimentary full breakfast. This hotel offers small meeting rooms and business services.... more

La Quinta Inn and Suites Alexandria

Address: 6116 W Calhoun Dr, Alexandria

$94 - $116

Location. Located in Alexandria, La Quinta Inn and Suites Alexandria is in the business district. Hotel Features. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a health club, a spa tub, and a fitness facility. This hotel has a business center and offers audio visual equipment and business... more


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