Overlooking the Red River and connected to the River Front Center, the seven-story Holiday Inn Alexandria Convention Center is approximately eight miles from Alexandria International Airport. This location is also next to the Rapides Regional Medical Center and Saint Francis Xavier Cathedral, two miles from the historical Kent House, three miles from Alexandria Zoo, six miles from the Rapides Parrish Coliseum, and 15 miles from Lloyd Hall Plantation. Hotel amenities include the swimming pool, fitness room, business center, gift shop, Beau's Restaurant, and Jackson Square Lounge. The hotel also offers room service, valet laundry service, laundry facilities, and complimentary shuttle service to and from Alexandria International Airport. Small pets are welcome (fee may apply). All rooms feature satellite TV, coffeemakers, microwaves, refrigerators, hairdryers, high-speed Internet access, free local calls, individual climate controls, irons and ironing boards, voicemail, and work desks.