A stately presence and storied past meet at the Watermark where guests will find the richest and most eclectic hotel experien ... ce in downtown Baton Rouge. Our story began nearly a century ago, high on a bluff overlooking the majestic Mississippi River, when intrepid financiers built our iconic skyscraper as the headquarters of Louisiana Trust & Savings Bank. Today, echoes of that era remain, in hand-painted ceiling murals, carved marble walls and staircases, and old bank vaults converted into dramatic meeting and dining spaces. Walk through our resplendent lobby and enter a world unlike any other. The inspired Art Deco design artfully updated with a sophisticated edge is just the beginning. Our restaurants and social lounges are vibrant enclaves for business travelers, pleasure seekers and locals. Exquisitely appointed rooms and suites welcome you with a stunning fusion of luxurious decor and industrial accents that together offer a mildly rebellious approach to ambiance. And when you are ready to explore, the best of the city awaits just outside your doorstep at our iconic downtown Baton Rouge hotel. read more