Dane Strom, Author at The Hotel Monroe — Tapestry Collection by Hilton

This Pioneering Gluten-Free Hotel Is Now Open In Louisiana

Traveling with gluten allergies can get tricky, especially in finding places for comfortably ordering food. A new hotel in northern Louisiana is helping not only with gluten-free dining but also by completing being gluten-free—and having the accreditation to confirm it. Read the story from Forbes.

The Hotel Monroe Is the First Completely Gluten-free Hotel in the U.S.

Traveling with an autoimmune condition like celiac disease can be difficult. Christie Echols, co-owner of The Hotel Monroe, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Monroe, Louisiana, knows this firsthand—that’s why she set out to make the hotel gluten-free since its opening in 2025. Read the full story from Travel + Leisure.

Treat Yourself Tuesday

On this week’s edition of Treat Yourself Tuesday, Jadyn Maloney spoke with Hotel Monroe Regional Culinary Director Karen Bennet about Heirloom Restaurant. Watch the conversation above for more information. Watch the story from Fox 14.

The Hotel Monroe Is the First Certified Gluten-Free in the US

The Hotel Monroe has been recognized as the first 100% gluten-free, full-service hotel in the U.S. by the Gluten-Free Food Program. The certification was endorsed by the National Celiac Association. Read the whole story from Newsweek.

Where to Stay: The Hotel Monroe

Located downtown, The Hotel Monroe is part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, blending historic character with modern comfort. The 69-room hotel celebrated its grand opening in May 2025, following three years of renovation and construction. It occupies two landmark buildings. They include the former Sugar Brothers Opera House, built in the late 1800s, and the Southern […]

Treat Yourself at Hotel Monroe

Hotel Monroe is hosting a festive holiday tinsel tea party on December 21, featuring family-friendly activities and special guests. Read the story from KTVE.

Old Walls, New Stories: The Revival of The Hotel Monroe

Some hotels are new builds, but The Hotel Monroe is more of a comeback story — where two historic buildings, old souls with stories to tell, are reborn as Monroe, Louisiana’s newest boutique stay. Read the whole story from Southern Hospitality Magazine.