Louisiana, New Orleans
17 Gorgeous Boutique Hotels in New Orleans + Bed & Breakfasts
Dec
Tucked away in some of the most vibrant and historic neighborhoods of Louisiana, are a host of stunning boutique hotels in New Orleans. Each has unique features and charming qualities that seep the Southern hospitality with a French/Creole touch that the area is well known for. Many of these New Orleans bed and breakfasts are just mere steps away from the best things to do in New Orleans. There’s so much to do in this fascinating city, and these luxurious hotels in New Orleans will help you to soak it all in.
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Best Boutique Hotels in New Orleans
Peter & Paul ★
Peter & Paul is a fascinating boutique hotel in a restored Catholic church and school, with multiple room and suite styles to choose from– not one like the other! The hotel offers a beautiful terrace for eating or sipping drinks with friends, a peaceful garden, the Elysian Bar restaurant, and a coffee shop/cafe. Several exciting events take place here, from pilates to yoga to live music, and you’re less than a 10-minute walk from the famous Bourbon Street– one of the best things to do in New Orleans and the heart of revelry and celebration. Only five minutes further, you’ll find the French Market, a flea market, and a farmers’ market with a variety of local vendors and cuisine.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 9.2/10 (Booking) & 4.8/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Historical District
Maison de la Luz ★
This romantic boutique hotel is ideal if you’re looking for a place to stay right in the heart of New Orleans. Maison de la Luz is a fairly new hotel designed to experience quiet inspiration, private sanctuaries, and concierge service. Guests here have priority access to several locations, such as Bar Marilou and Josephine Estelle, as well as access to the Alto restaurant and pool at Ace Hotel New Orleans. Within a 10-minute walk, guests can access shops on Canal Street and Harrah’s New Orleans Casino.
- Price: $$$
- Rating: 9.5/10 (Booking) & 4.9/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Central Business/Arts District
The Crab Shack ★
This unique two-level studio has stunning eclectic decor that embraces the rich spirit of New Orleans while featuring air conditioning, free wifi, a loft, and a courtyard patio. The Crab Shack is perfect for couples looking for privacy or visitors on a working vacation. There’s a sleeping space on the first floor and an open lounge with a workspace on the top. It’s just a short drive from Tulane University and close to some excellent restaurants on Oak Street and Carrollton Avenue, like Jacques-Imo’s, a quirky, lively restaurant serving authentic Creole soul food.
- Price: $
- Rating: 5 stars (Vrbo)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Marlyville-Fontainebleau
The Quisby (Hostel in New Orleans)
The Quisby is unlike any other boutique hotel in New Orleans, operating as a hostel and featuring a 24-hour on-site bar. Set in the city’s artery on St. Charles Avenue, the hotel is in both the Lower Garden District and Central City neighborhoods, just a short walk from some of the best bars, restaurants, and shops in the area. Look for an accommodation for Mardi Gras? The parades go right by the front door of The Quisby! Museum lovers will also love this spot, with the Louisiana Maritime Museum, National WWII Museum, and Louisiana Children’s Museum less than one mile away.
- Price: $
- Rating: 8.3/10 (Booking)
- Breakfast included? Yes
- Neighborhood: Garden District/Central City
Henry Howard Hotel
Henry Howard Hotel is an incredibly chic accommodation, with double-gallery mansion architecture fixed with Corinthian columns and intricately designed cast-iron balconies. This is a perfect spot for a quiet stay and grand views while you relax with a drink outdoors. Set in the Garden District, you can peruse some of the most charming neighborhoods and oak-filled streets in New Orleans. Explore the gothic mausoleums in Lafayette Cemetery No.1 and then grab a bite at Commander’s Palace for some of the best local Creole cuisine.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 4.7/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Garden District
Maison Pierre Bed & Breakfast ★
Maison Pierre is a historic New Orleans bed and breakfast from 1892! And by the same owner of the Jackson Brewing Company. So you’ll see decor and woodwork from the 1800s here! There is a homemade breakfast included every morning with both classic and healthy options. Yum. The popular Magazine Street is just 5 minutes walking from here.
- Reviews: 9.6/10 (Booking)
- Breakfast included? Yes
Rose Manor Bed & Breakfast
If you’re looking for a quaint and charming bed and breakfast in New Orleans, you must book a trip to Rose Manor. Guests are immediately greeted with elegance in this English country house turned boutique hotel, and you’re right near Lake Pontchartrain.
There are tons of great seafood restaurants nearby, such as Deanie’s Seafood, Station 6 Seafood & Oyster Bar (closed Sundays and Mondays), and Landry’s Seafood House, with stunning views of the water. This is the place to be if you want to stay off the beaten path of downtown but still within a 15-minute drive of all the action.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 9.4/10 (Booking)
- Breakfast included? Yes
Inn at the Old Jail ★
This boutique hotel is one of the city’s most luxurious Queen Anne Victorian homes, built in an old jail! Inn at the Old Jail is a perfect stay for history buffs who want to sleep in a national historic landmark with modern features and a touch of creepiness. The suites here are gorgeous and spacious, with the smallest accommodation (The Cage) in the former solitary confinement room. Nestled in the heart of Tremé, guests are surrounded by historical sites like Claiborne Circle and Gayarre Place Monument.
Terrell House Bed & Breakfast
Terrell House Bed and Breakfast is another spectacular stay on Magazine Street, built in an 1850s brick mansion with porches, galleries, and balconies to enjoy. This is one of the best boutique hotels for guests who love elegant Queen Anne decor and courtyard gardens with a relaxing fountain and lavish flora. There’s a delicious buffet breakfast here every morning to help you jumpstart your day. Right down the road, you can stroll through Coliseum Square Park (a scenic space with beautiful fountains) or try some local brews at the first nano-brewery in New Orleans, The Courtyard Brewery.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 9.4/10 (Booking) & 4.8/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? Yes
- Neighborhood: Lower Garden District
Hotel St. Vincent
The rooms at Hotel St. Vincent are eclectic and colorful, perfect for art lovers. Couples and small groups love this spot for the amazing hospitality, cozy balconies with city views, and evening entertainment at The Chapel Club. This club venue is exclusively for hotel guests and hosts several events, from live music and jazz performances to burlesque shows and gumbo cookoffs. Families also love St. Vincent for the outdoor pool and free kid admission!
- Price: $$
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Lower Garden District
Hotel Provincial
Hotel Provincial is a secluded, intimate hotel within close proximity to all the best tourist and historic attractions in downtown New Orleans. (It’s also listed on the National Register of Historic Places!) This is a very romantic escape, tucked in a private, residential section of the French Quarter, with guest rooms filled with exposed brick walls, Southern antiques, and floor-to-ceiling windows for spectacular views of the city. Guests here are super close to the St. Louis Cathedral (one of the most notable landmarks in New Orleans), the French Market, and Bourbon Street. Explore the city’s jazz culture by catching live music and a bite to eat at Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro or sit down for fine French cuisine at Antoine’s Restaurant.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 8.6/10 (Booking) & 4.1/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: French Quarter
Pontchartrain Hotel ★
The charming rooms at Pontchartrain Hotel are super comfy with a deep South/European flair. While there’s no complimentary breakfast, the hotel has a fantastic café and restaurant on site. A lively roof-top bar at this hotel (Hot Tin) gives you spectacular views of the Garden District below. The club is first-come, first-serve and offers inside and outside areas for drinking craft cocktails and meeting other travelers.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 8.9/10 (Booking) & 4.0/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Garden District (St. Carles Avenue)
The Chloe ★
The Chloe is a modern 14-room hotel in a 19th-century mansion that values the old-world glamour and hospitality of its Southern roots. This hotel has a creative culture and charming aesthetic with two bars, a cozy outdoor pool, and a delicious onsite restaurant. The Chloe hosts fun wine events such as Bottomless Bubbles and Wine Wednesdays. Staying here puts you only a 10-minute drive from the world-renowned Magazine Street, a six-mile-long stretch in the French Quarter filled with antiques, art, and outstanding eateries.
- Price: $$
- Breakfast included? Yes
- Neighborhood: Uptown
Soniat House Hotel
Soniat House Hotel is one of the best luxury hotels in New Orleans, sporting time period decor from it’s debut in the 1800s and offering 30 unique rooms with heavy romantic vibes. This building was the former family residence of Joseph Soniat Dufossat and has an exclusive onsite antique shop that you must make an appointment to visit! Located right on Chartres Street, guests have a host of art galleries, historic sites, and world-famous restaurants to try. I suggest hitting up spots like Crescent City Books (an old-school bookstore) and Laura’s Candies or visiting a gastro pub like Sylvain, a former carriage house with the best pork belly.
- Price: $
- Rating: 4.6/5.0 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: French Quarter
The Old No. 77
There is a rotating art gallery at Old No. 77, and an artistic design art enthusiasts will devour. You can choose from three different size rooms, all well-lit, with exposed brick walls and stylish features. This is another charming spot to stay near Canal Street, within walking distance of popular restaurants such as Chophouse New Orleans and Emeril Lagasse’s restaurant, Meril. I highly recommend visiting New Orleans Artworks at the New Orleans GlassWorks & Printmaking Studio to book a class or shop around, just a 4-minute walk away.
- Price: $
- Rating: 7.9/10 (Booking) & 4.0/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Art/Warehouse District
BONUS: Unique Big Hotels in New Orleans
While we wouldn’t consider these hotels ‘boutique,’ they have some stellar attributes and charming features that are highly alluring to New Orleans guests.
Hotel Monteleone
Hotel Monteleone is a historic hotel in the heart of the French Quarter that is all about French luxury and timeless style. This hotel has been serving guests of New Orleans since 1886 and offers spectacular refined Southern dining at the Criollo Restaurant and is home to the historical Carousel Bar & Lounge, once voted among the top 20 bars in the world! This is an actual revolving bar, the only one in New Orleans, and has been immortalized by authors such as Ernest Hemingway in their writings.
Virgin Hotel
While, yes, this is a chain, the Virgin Hotel in New Orleans has some fantastic amenities worth exploring. Right onsite, guests can enjoy The Pool Club and rooftop bar, The Commons Club (a restaurant serving exceptional local cuisine), and The Funny Library– an eclectic coffee shop and lounge area perfect for starting your day. The service here is unbelievable, precisely the Southern hospitality you’re looking for, and there’s a bunch of room deals you can book depending on the season.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 9/1 (Booking) & 4.7/5 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Warehouse District
Ritz Carlton
Ritz Carlton in New Orleans is a grand escape built in the historic Beau Arts Maison Blanche building on Canal Street. The garden patio is spectacular, with overflowing greenery and flowing fountains. There are live jazz performances in the lounge from Wednesday to Saturday evenings. The Ritz-Carlton Spa allows guests to relax and reset between their lively New Orleans days, providing a unique Voodoo Ritual and a couple’s treatment that uses praline and coffee!
NOPSI New Orleans
This hotel may seep with modernized features, but the property is over 100 years old, built in the roaring Jazz Age by acclaimed local design firm Favrot and Livaudais. NOPI New Orleans suites offer luxury at its finest, with options for oversized soaking tubs, a rooftop pool, and a lounge area overlooking the city. Try out Henry’s Gin Bar, a vintage bar with traditional and specialty gin drinks, with an adjoining outdoor patio with lush flora. This is a great stay to be minutes away from Bourbon Street, with streetcars right outside.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 8.7/10 (Booking) & 4.5/5/0 (Expedia)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: Central Business District
Eliza Jane
Eliza Jane is a wonderful hotel for foodies and visitors who love rich and artistic aesthetics and is only 17 minutes from the New Orleans Museum of Art. Couvant, the onsite restaurant, serves unforgettable contemporary French dishes with a touch of Southern soul, or you can have a craft cocktail in The Press Room library bar and lounge area. Only a few minutes away, you can also dine at Café Amelie, the former home of a Princess of Monaco with lush courtyards for outdoor dining, or try some South American-inspired Spanish dishes at Pêche.
- Price: $$
- Rating: 8.9/10 (Booking)
- Breakfast included? No
- Neighborhood: French Quarter
FAQ Boutique Hotels in New Orleans
- What are the best boutique hotels in New Orleans? We love The Chloe; it has everything you need, from Southern charm to intimacy, location to attractions, and free breakfast! The Inn at the Old Jail is probably the most unique of the bunch, followed by Peter & Paul, which is such an incredible experience.
- Which boutique hotels in New Orleans are the most romantic? Soniat House Hotel has a very romantic vibe and aesthetic. Maison de la Luz has a quiet and serene ambiance for couples to enjoy alone time, or you can book The Crab Shack for the utmost opportunity for privacy since you are the only guests!
- What’s the best time to visit New Orleans: If you want to join in the Mardi Gras celebration, you’re going to want to book in March. (Book early, this is a world renowned event!) If you’re just looking for good weather for your trip, anytime between February and May is a wonderful time to visit.
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