Find hotels in Labelle: history, river and nature

When searching for hotels in Labelle, the town’s themes can help structure your travel plans: historic architecture, river landscape, nature trails or rodeo. Which of these interests you most is a useful starting point for choosing the focus of your stay.

Historic Town Center and Architecture

The Downtown LaBelle Historic District comprises eight main buildings and two outbuildings. The district covers about three acres and is located in LaBelle’s original business district. It includes all the buildings in the 300 block of North Bridge Street as well as one building on the south side of Park Avenue.

The Arts of the Inland Gallery is located on the Caloosahatchee River, next to the drawbridge and opposite Barron Park. Another connection to architectural history is the Christie House: it was built in 1914, and much of it has been preserved in its original condition.

River Landscape and Nature Trails

Bob Mason Park is right on the Caloosahatchee River and is characterized by Live Oaks, Water Oaks and Southern Oaks. It also has docks for local and visiting boaters.

LaBelle Nature Park is one of the few nature trails in the heart of LaBelle and is right on the Caloosahatchee River. It has several trails and leads directly to the historic Captain Hendry House. This makes it a place that combines nature trails with a historic destination.

For a thematic comparison: Bob Mason Park is known for its oak trees and docks, while LaBelle Nature Park has several trails and a connection to the Captain Hendry House. These differences can help you choose the location that best suits your interests.

Rodeo and Local Tradition

The Rodeo Arena & Pavilion spans 15 acres. Its main hall covers 10,000 square feet and has covered grandstands. The two figures refer to different areas: the entire site and the main hall. The facility is used for 4-H, LaBelle Family Livestock, LaBelle Youth Livestock and rodeos. The entire site covers 15 acres, or about 60,700 square meters; the main hall measures 10,000 square feet, or about 929 square meters. The Downtown LaBelle Historic District, at about three acres, covers roughly 12,100 square meters. The arena site is about 48,600 square meters larger, or around five times the size of the historic district, which is located in LaBelle’s original business district.

The Swamp Cabbage Festival also connects LaBelle with a distinctive food culture. It celebrates the sabal palm and its edible core, known as swamp cabbage or heart of palm. LaBelle has hosted the festival since the 1960s, so its historic connection dates back to that decade.

Discover more destinations: Clewiston, Port Labelle

For the broader travel overview: Hendry County.