Central Louisiana tends to get overlooked, and that’s a shame. Also known as the Crossroads, this region of Louisiana tends to be a nature lover’s dream, and it’s home to some of the oldest attractions in the state, like Natchitoches. Next time you find yourself in “CenLA,” be sure to book a stay at the Hotel Bentley, one of the oldest and most haunted hotels in Central Louisiana.

Welcome to the Hotel Bentley, a premier luxury hotel right in the heart of Alexandria.

Hotel Bentley/Facebook Built in 1907, the history behind this hotel is rather fascinating.

Joseph Bentley, a Pennsylvania native who found wealth in the lumber industry in Central Louisiana, decided to build the hotel in the early 1900s.

Casey Morrisette/Google Legend has it that Bentley decided to build the hotel after being denied a stay at a nearby hotel.

Within the hotel’s construction plans, Mr. Bentley made sure to carve out a space for his own private residence.

Kristin Hawkins/Google He built a large apartment on one of the top floors and also had installed his own private elevator, both of which remain today. Bentley lived there until he passed away in 1938.

Over the years, the hotel has seen many guests come and go…but some never leave.

Hotel Bentley/Facebook In the 100+ years that the hotel has been in operation, there have been countless paranormal encounters by both guests and employees.

History and mystery combine when you visit this beautiful hotel.

Hotel Bentley/Facebook And you might just have a paranormal experience of your own, whether you want to or not!

The hotel is believed to be haunted by several spirits, including Mr. Bentley himself.

Hotel Bentley/Facebook He has been known to favor the fifth floor, but employees in the restaurant below have seen him, as well as in the Mirror Bar.

But he’s not the only ghost that’s been spotted within the hotel.

Hotel Bentley/Facebook Another spirit that has been seen by several people over the years is that of a young girl who fell to her death when she tripped down an elevator shaft. She is sometimes seen in random hallways when you step out of the elevator.

And if you glance up and see a figure on the staircase, you better look twice.

munjo/Trip Advisor A man fell down the stairs in 1985 and is believed to still haunt the hotel, and several people have seen shadowy figures on the staircase and along the rails.

Ready to book your stay? Visit the hotel’s website for rates and availability, and be sure to give them a follow on Facebook so you can stay up to date.

Hotel Bentley/Facebook

Built in 1907, the history behind this hotel is rather fascinating.

Casey Morrisette/Google

Legend has it that Bentley decided to build the hotel after being denied a stay at a nearby hotel.

Kristin Hawkins/Google

He built a large apartment on one of the top floors and also had installed his own private elevator, both of which remain today. Bentley lived there until he passed away in 1938.

In the 100+ years that the hotel has been in operation, there have been countless paranormal encounters by both guests and employees.

And you might just have a paranormal experience of your own, whether you want to or not!

He has been known to favor the fifth floor, but employees in the restaurant below have seen him, as well as in the Mirror Bar.

Another spirit that has been seen by several people over the years is that of a young girl who fell to her death when she tripped down an elevator shaft. She is sometimes seen in random hallways when you step out of the elevator.

munjo/Trip Advisor

A man fell down the stairs in 1985 and is believed to still haunt the hotel, and several people have seen shadowy figures on the staircase and along the rails.

Have you ever visited the Hotel Bentley? Did you have a paranormal experience? Share your experience with us in the comments below!

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Address: 200 Desoto St, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA