If you desire luxury in the Midwest, a hotel in the quiet calm of the backdrop of the Mississippi River sits the perfect place for you. The Charmant, with a name meaning “charming” in French, is an independently-owned, 67-room luxury boutique hotel in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Whether a Millennial, an architecture lover, or a couple seeking a romantic getaway, The Charmant is charming with impeccable design and a perfect setting to suit your needs. The hotel is a renovated candy factory that was originally built in 1898, appropriately named Charmant due to the premium line of chocolates they produced. The preserved architectural details of the building—maple wood flooring, wood beams, and exposed brick—provide character and history that no modern building can claim. It’s been said that the building emanates the sweet smells of the once made Charmant confectioneries.
Upscale amenities set the tone for a warm and relaxing stay at The Charmant. A special treat from Indulgence Chocolatiers greets guests upon check-in. The Sweets Bar quietly entices guests to generously treat themselves to the rich confectioneries that are edible works of art. Tokens are offered for complimentary cups of award-winning Kickapoo Coffee Roasters in The Parlour, alleviating the need for guests to have to brew their own.
Luxury continues in 6 room types featuring lofted ceilings, carefully-selected furnishings, retro-style lighting, 48-inch flat screen HD TVs, Bongo Bluetooth speakers, Euro-top mattresses, double vanities, rainfall showers, C.O. Bigelow toiletries, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms offer additional amenities such as sleeper sofas, sitting areas, private balconies, and views of the Mississippi. Each room is much like a museum with its unique and luxurious tapestries, framed prints, and custom lighting.
The Restaurant at The Charmant serves rustic French-inspired cuisine that utilizes the best of each season’s offerings. Dishes include lump crab cakes, decadent baked macaroni and cheese, ham and cheese Croque Monsieur, and tuna tartare. The Lobby Bar and Lounge offers a parlour-like setting offering coffee, wines, and remarkable cocktails along with an abbreviated French-inspired menu, which features delectable delights including parmesan-encrusted fried chicken, French onion soup, crispy aioli French fries, and classic coq au vin. The Rooftop Bar at the Terrace atop The Charmant, with its large outdoor patio, industrial edge and cosmopolitan flair, offers the perfect place for a celebration, intimate meet up, or lunch gathering. Guests can nosh on wood-fired pizza, pastries, and handmade confections while enjoying a spectacular view of the Mississippi River.
The details are absolutely exceptional at The Charmant. Planning your getaway to The Charmant in LaCrosse, Wisconsin is a great way to sweeten up any event you decide to throw this season. C’est si bon!