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Southern Hotel

4.7(1,007)
Hotel

About

The Southern Hotel, a refined Mission-style landmark since 1907, blends historic charm with modern comfort in downtown Covington. Its elegant rooms and suites feature deluxe pillow-top mattresses and custom decor, creating a welcoming retreat for business travelers and event guests alike.

Event spaces include four distinctive rooms across the hotel and the adjacent Garden House, a renovated 1937 post office with original New Deal-era murals. The stylish bistro and lively bar offer southern-inspired food and cocktails, making the Southern Hotel a convenient hub for meetings and gatherings with local character.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with historic charm
  • Client dinners in stylish bistro
  • Multi-night group stays downtown

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture & History
Refined Mission-style hotel since 1907
The Southern Hotel embodies over a century of southern charm with its Mission-style architecture and historic presence in downtown Covington, blending heritage with modern comfort.
Event Spaces
Four unique meeting and event venues
Offers diverse spaces including the Camellia Ballroom, Sunroom, and an outdoor courtyard, each infused with southern character to elevate business gatherings and celebrations.
On-site Dining & Bar
Stylish bistro and lively ground-floor bar
Features a well-regarded restaurant serving hearty southern meals and a bustling bar with live piano music, creating a warm atmosphere that complements the hotel’s hospitality.

At a glance

Rated 4.7 on Google · 1,007 reviews