The Best French Quarter Hotels to Stay While You’re in New Orleans

To experience that Laissez-faire lifestyle in the soul of New Orleans, look no further than the historic and famous French Quarter. The French Quarter is the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans, vibrant with history and excitement, known as the Vieux Carre. 

A visit to the famous French Quarter offers all the excitement of New Orleans. It is the home of iconic attractions such as Bourbon Street, Harrah’s Casino, Café Du Monde, House of Blues, and so much more. It’s the “place to be” when it comes to the heartbeat of New Orleans.

A luxurious stay in one of the hotels in the French Quarter will place you steps away from the history and architecture, renowned jazz clubs, street performers, famed restaurants, fine art galleries, and, of course, the street performers and nightlife. What could be better?

In this guide, you’ll find a list of the French Quarter’s best 10 hotels and a trip you’ll never forget.

Our Top 10 List of Hotels in the French Quarter

Where do we begin? There are so many fantastic places to stay in New Orleans offering luxury and rest after a long day of vacationing. That is why we have narrowed the search down to those hotels within walking distance of the excitement of the French Quarter.

These top 10 hotels listed (not in any order) were chosen for location and their flair for all things New Orleans. Stepping out of any one of the 10 will put you right in the heart of the French Quarter Festivities and all they have to offer.

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans | 300 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130

This award-winning 4.5-star hotel located on Bourbon Street boasts “timeless elegance” and “southern refinement,” and we agree. Visitors can Eat, Drink, Stay, and Play all right there at the Royal Sonesta. Sonesta’s on-site dining and entertainment include prime venues such as The Jazz Playhouse, Le Booze, Desire Oyster Bar, PJ’s Coffee Café, and the Restaurant R’evolution. Check out their rates & discount packages listed on their site.

Omni Royal Orleans Hotel | 621 St. Louis Street New Orleans, LA 70130 

Get a feel for the Jazzy Elegance at the Omni Royal. For 31 years, the hotel has received the Four Diamond luxury award. The hotel is conveniently located at the intersection of Royal and St. Louis Streets in the French Quarter. Home of the Rib Room Rotisserie and 3 on-site bars; enjoy drinks and dining at its finest. You can’t go wrong with the modern amenities and classic design of the Omni Royal Orleans.

Bourbon Orleans Hotel | 717 Orleans St. New Orleans, LA 70116 

For a truly memorable experience, visit the Bourbon Orleans. This historic French treasure was once a high-society ballroom and is rich in history. Located beside the St. Louis Cathedral and Jackson Square in the French Quarter, you are never far from the activity. If you’d like to stay in for dinner, you can enjoy an authentic Creole meal at Roux on Orleans restaurant on property. Bourbon Orleans is a unique New Orleans experience.

Hotel Mazarin | 730 Bienville St. New Orleans, LA 70130 

A French Quarter “Wrought Iron Luxury” accommodation, the Hotel Mazarin captures the spirit of Crescent City in grand style. It is located centrally in the French Quarter near Canal Street, Royal, and Bourbon streets. Hotel Mazarin is the home of Patrick’s Bar Vin and the famous 21st Amendment at La Louisiane, where they serve Prohibition-era cocktails. Stop in for a uniquely crafted drink and stay for an exceptional night.

Place d’Armes Hotel | 625 St. Ann Street New Orleans, LA 70116 

Located just steps from Jackson Square and Bourbon Street, the Place d’Armes Hotel is in the heart of the French Quarter. Its historical charm offers the best of the Big Easy. Located a block away from the famed Café Du Monde, guests will enjoy a relaxing walk through the courtyard, past the fountains, and under the magnolias. Getaway packages offered on their website provide an experience for everyone.

French Market Inn | 509 Decatur St. New Orleans, LA 70130 

With its prime location seated on the Mississippi River banks in the French Quarter, guests can watch the sunset or take a stroll alongside one of our countries’ most famous rivers. On property, you will want to see the beautiful wandering garden and stone-paved courtyard. The rich history and haunted mystery make this a prime location for excitement and fun.

Hotel Provincial | 1024 Chartres New Orleans, LA 70116 

Upon arrival in the hotel’s inner courtyard, you will see why this French Quarter Hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Hotel Provincial boasts hospitality at it’s finest with their intimate surroundings and desirable proximity to all the New Orleans fun. Be sure to stop by the cozy Icehouse Bar on the Lobby floor for one of the best Bloody Marys in NOLA.

Hotel Le Marais | 717 Conti St., New Orleans, LA 70130 

In the heart of the French Quarter is a luxury Boutique Hotel, Hotel Le Marais. For a chic modern feel in the rich historical downtown French Quarter, this is the place to stay. The Special Offers provide for the perfect vacation stay for anyone. After check-in, don’t forget to visit Vive! Bar for two complimentary drinks before you step out into the Big Easy nightlife.

Dauphine Orleans | 415 Dauphine Street., New Orleans, LA 70112 

This quaint Creole-style Boutiques Hotel is also conveniently located in the French Quarter. Its cottage-style guest rooms give that quiet, restful feel after a fun-filled day packed with activity. With three buildings to choose from, the Main House, Carriage House, and Hermann House, you are sure to be transported to the Southern lifestyle. Escape to the Dauphine, a real Southern treat.

And last but certainly not least…

Bienville House | 320 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130

Stay in this modern and elegant boutique hotel in the historic French Quarter. As a member of Historic Hotels of America, you will learn the deep history of this family-owned building of humble beginnings. Complimentary breakfast is served each morning, and dinner is just a reservation away at the Latitude 29 restaurant. Experience old-world charm and modern comfort at Bienville.

In Conclusion

If it is the full New Orleans experience, you desire… then get ready for the time of your life. Or as they say… 

Let the Good Times Roll!

Staying in one of the historically luxurious and architecturally elegant hotels of the Quarter will transport you to the soul of New Orleans. Feel the vibrant lifestyle that is iconic to NOLA. 

French Quarter nights are filled with shows, music, and nightlife.

Fill your days with activity, like a sightseeing tour or a classic Louisiana style Cajun Swamp Tour.

Just a short ride from the French Quarter are the various New Orleans swamp tours. Book one of these tours in advance to go on an exhilarating outdoor experience filled with wildlife, thrills, and adventure. Staying in the French Quarter puts you in the right place for tour pick up. 

The native captains that guide the swamp boat tours are as passionate about the awareness and conservation of the wildlife in the swamps as they are of the adventurous and thrilling airboat rides. Swamp tours are a welcome getaway from the busy and bustling French Quarter life.

On a Swamp Tour in New Orleans, you can take a break from the music and entertainment to commune with nature and balance your vacation. Take photos of live raccoons, herons and egrets, wild boar, and yes, alligators in the marshes of New Orleans. Experience the exhilaration of a fast airboat ride with one of Louisiana’s entertaining Cajun Captains.

To sum it all up… pack your clothes and fill your vacation plans to Eat, Drink, Stay and Play in the French Quarter and the Swamps of New Orleans, Louisiana.

Your Adventure Awaits!

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