Louisiana has a long list of best hotels. As it was home to some of the first luxury hotels in the USA. Even today it has the same legacy of in offering high-quality hospitality. Not only the superb outposts of major hotel chains. But there are a dozen of beautiful independent properties in New Orleans.
The French Quarter is a great place of lodging for all the tourists. But the nearby Central Business District has seen a wave of opening-up of new properties in recent years.
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Here are our picks for the some best Louisiana hotels New Orleans.

Henry Howard Hotel is in the Garden District. The hotel is in a quiet neighbourhood surrounded by beautiful historic homes. Hence is a great alternative to the French Quarter. This was re-imagined into an innovative, quality-based 18 room luxury hotel. Focusing on keeping the original double gallery townhouse authentic while adding modern touches.
The front parlour has an Italianate touch with a gold trim that makes its a hard place to leave after early evening aperitifs.
Large Rooms: 576 | Sleeping Rooms: 18 | Total SQFT: 1176 | Suites: 1 |
Distance From Main Locations
- Convention Center: 1 mile
- Superdome/Arena: 1.2 mile
- Airport: 11.2 miles
- French Quater: 1.9 mile
Location: 2041 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States
Phone: +1 504-313-1577

In comparison to all the boutique hotels that have arrived in New Orleans in past years, none matches the elegance of this one. The hotel is in the Faubourg Marigny district. It’s just is a 6-minute walk from a tram stop and a 17-minute walk from the French Market. The luxurious rooms feature vintage furniture, and free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Most have fireplaces, balconies and/or stand-alone tubs open. Built with the beautiful 18th-century concept this is among the best hotels in Louisiana New Orleans to stay.
Large Rooms: 4950 | Sleeping Rooms: 71 |
Total SQFT: 4950 | Max Theatre: 250 |
Distance From Main Locations
- Convention Center: 1.9 mile
- Superdome/Arena: 1.9 mile
- Airport: 12.2 miles
- French Quater: 0.8 mile
Location: 2317 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117, United States 
The Higgins opened in 2019 is a minute’s walk from the National World War II Museum. Located in the Convention Center Arts, Warehouse district it has 230 guest rooms. The exterior of the building has a contemporary Gothic look. The lobby is massive, with towering floor-to-ceiling mural over the reception room. The look is complete with period chandeliers and countless tastefully displayed artefacts. Even if you’re not taken back in time, you ‘re aware of the extreme value you offer.
Large Rooms: 6566 | Sleeping Rooms: 230 |
Total SQFT: 18000 | Meeting Rooms: 10 |
Distance From Main Locations
- Convention Center: 0.5 mile
- Superdome/Arena: 0.9 mile
- Airport: 11.5 miles
- French Quater: 1.1 mile
Location: 1000 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States 
A historic collection of seven Suites with one and two bedrooms. Guests can enjoy private and semi-private courtyards surrounding with heated saltwater pool. These 18th-century Creole cottages in a quiet stretch of the French Quarter. The cottages are a 6-minute walk from Bourbon Street and an 8-minute walk from Jackson Square.
Suites: 7 | Sleeping Rooms: 7 |
MAX FACILITY RECEPTION: 60 | Max Theatre: 250 |
Distance From Main Locations
- Convention Center: 1.3 mile
- Superdome/Arena: 0.9 mile
- Airport: 11.4 miles
- French Quater: 0.3 mile
Location: 509 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112, United States
Phone: +1 504-586-1516

#1 Hotel in New Orleans by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2018 and 2019 Reader’s Choice Awards 2020.
The Pontchartrain Hotel is a one-of-a-kind full-service luxury hotel. Situated in the Garden District, adjacent to the beautiful streetcar line. The hotel is less than a mile from The National WWII Museum and 4 miles from Audubon Zoo.
The suites are well furnished with new amenities and free Wi-Fi, TVs and minibars. Some of them also have seating rooms and/or kitchen facilities. There is a laundry room, as well as a wellness centre and a library/lounge with lending books.
There are 2 swanky restaurants serving Cajun food, and a coffee shop and a rooftop bar are also available. Hot Tin Rooftop Bar gives a 270-degree view of the Mississippi River and New Orleans downtown.
Large Rooms: 2790 | Sleeping Rooms: 106 |
Suites: 23 | Meeting Rooms: 60 |
Distance From Main Locations
- Convention Center: 1.1 mile
- Superdome/Arena: 1.1 mile
- Airport: 11.1 miles
- French Quater: 1.8 mile
Location: 2031 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

This modern boutique hotel in the Warehouse District. It is a 19-minute walk from Bourbon Street and a mile from Jackson Square and a minute’s walk from a streetcar stop.
The trendy rooms come with personalized bed linens and carved furniture. These do come with ample Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, and toiletries for models. Some suites have attached living rooms with turntables and electric guitars. While an updated bi-level suite includes a terrace and a wet bar. Room Service is available 24/7.
There are 5 restaurants and bars which are chic. Certain facilities include a rooftop pool, a 24-hour gym and a video booth for vintage viewing. Live entertainment is regular there. The hotel is pet friendly.
Large Rooms: 4000 | Sleeping Rooms: 234 |
Suites: 7 | Meeting Room: 12 |
Distance From Main Locations
- Convention Center: 0.8 mile
- Superdome/Arena: 0.6 mile
- Airport: 11.3 miles
- French Quater: 0.8 mile
Location: 600 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States 
Voted No. 1 Traveler Readers’ Choice Award 2017 by Conde Nast in New Orleans. A historic New Orleans hotel, the Former No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery. Centrally positioned to the most sought after sights and activities in the area.
It is a 3-minute walk from Harrah’s Casino and an 8-minute walk from the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
Rooms offering a combination of rustic and contemporary touches. Each room contains sophisticated antique furnishings, original hardwood floors and exposed bricks. All the rooms come with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen Television.
The free breakfast is available. Renowned dining is available, with a chic bar/cafe. There is also a meeting room, 24/7 gym, and valet parking (fee).
Large Rooms: 468 | Sleeping Rooms: 71 |
Total SQFT: 4950 | Max Theatre: 250 |
Distance From Main Locations
- Convention Center: 0.6 mile
- Superdome/Arena: 0.8 mile
- Airport: 11.6 miles
- French Quater: 0.7 mile
Location: 535 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States