MARKSVILLE, LA – Paragon Casino Resort received Gold for Best Casino and Bronze for Best Hotel in The Acadiana Advocate’s 2026 Acadiana Choice Awards.
The annual readers’ choice awards recognize businesses and destinations across Acadiana, with winners selected by community vote.
“Being recognized by the people who visit, stay and spend time with us makes these awards especially meaningful,” said Marshall Ray Sampson Sr., General Manager of Paragon Casino Resort. “Our associates work every day to create an experience that brings together exciting gaming, comfortable accommodations and genuine hospitality. We are proud that Acadiana continues to choose Paragon and grateful to our guests for making us part of their getaways, celebrations and entertainment.”
Paragon has served as a gaming and entertainment destination in Central Louisiana for more than 30 years. In addition to its casino, the resort features three hotel towers with more than 500 rooms and suites, a full-service spa and salon, an indoor tropical pool, two outdoor pools, Tamahka Trails Golf Club and a variety of dining and entertainment options, including the new Club Pelican 777 nightclub.
