Orbitz

Bourbon Orleans

4 stars
717 Orleans Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
188 reviews
Definitely A Great Choice

We would definitely select to stay here on our on next visit to the Big Easy. It is right between... See full review

  • NOLA Festive
  • May 5, 2013
Bourbon Orleans: Right in the Heart of the French Quarter

Could not have been more pleased. This historic hotel (a former convent, amont other things) is... See full review

  • Funky Pirate
  • Apr 15, 2013
Enjoy the good times at this historic French Quarter hotel

The Bourbon Orleans was one of the city's grandest ballrooms in the 1800s and spent time as a convent and orphanage. Today, this French Quarter hotel offers visitors a glimpse into the past while offering contemporary comforts in 211 rooms (no two are alike). The peach and cream lobby with its Oriental rugs and Chippendale furnishings harkens to a more genteel time. Storied ghostly inhabitants include a confederate soldier, children from the Holy Sisters orphanage and a lone dancer twirling under the ballroom's glittering chandeliers.

Highlights
  • Rich New Orleans history
  • Courtyard pool and patio
  • Ballroom
  • Smoke-free
Rooms

None of the 211 rooms and suites are alike, but all offer ergonomically designed Hermann Miller desk chairs, marble baths, fine fabrics and Queen Anne-style furnishings. Irons and ironing boards, coffee makers and free local calls cover the details of a comfortable stay. Fees apply for high-speed Internet access. Twenty-eight suites provide a variety of options including some on two levels and others with balconies overlooking Bourbon Street. The entire hotel is smoke-free.

Features

The on-site Roux on Orleans offers Creole cuisine for breakfast and dinner and also supplies room service. Watch the street scene and enjoy an adult beverage at the open daily Bourbon Oh, accessible from the lobby. Napoleon's Itch is next door to Bourbon Oh! The swanky, New York style club, is a late-night hangout. Need a break from the fun? Try the courtyard pool. Brides can choose the intimate St. Ann Cottage or the opulent Bourbon Orleans ballroom for their wedding. There is valet parking (fees apply).

Transportation
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (12 miles)
Attractions
  • Bourbon Street
  • St. Louis Cathedral
  • Royal Street Shopping
  • Jackson Square and Preservation Hall
Business
  • Ballrooms, meeting rooms and courtyard dining for up to 180 people
  • Self-serve business center
  • Private St. Ann Cottage for small meetings and retreats

Bourbon Orleans Rooms

Non Refundable Two Double Beds
Two Double Beds. Bath amenities. Hair Dryer. Iron and Ironing Board. Non Smoking. Non Refundable
Non Refundable Deluxe King
One King Bed. Clock Radio. Bath amenities. Hair Dryer. Iron and Ironing Board. Non Smoking. Non Refundable
Deluxe 2 double beds -No Balcony
The room with 2 double beds or 1 king including alarm clock/radio, hair dryer, iron & ironing board, blow dryer,some rooms have in room safes and free local calls. All guest rooms are non - smoking. There are smoking areas by the pool and on Bourbon Street for people to smoke. Room type based on availability at check in and number of adults reserved in room.
French Quarter Queen-No Balcony
The room with Queen size bed including alarm clock/radio, hair dryer, iron & ironing board,blow dryer, some rooms have in room safes and free local calls. All guest rooms are non smoking. There are smoking areas by the pool and on Bourbon Street for people to smoke.
Deluxe King
One King Bed. Clock Radio. Bath amenities. Hair Dryer. Iron and Ironing Board. Non Smoking.
Deluxe Two Double Beds
Two Double Beds. Bath amenities. Hair Dryer. Iron and Ironing Board. Non Smoking.
Non Refundable French Quarter Queen
The room with Queen size bed including alarm clock/radio, hair dryer, iron & ironing board,blow dryer, some rooms have in room safes and free local calls. All guest rooms are non smoking. There are smoking areas by the pool and on Bourbon Street for people to smoke. Non Refundable.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Concierge
Activities
Pool
Health club
Dining
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

Hotel Map

29.9585 -90.0646
Area served
New Orleans.
Nearby airports
New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport.
Area description
Its central New Orleans location, just steps away from the famed St. Louis Cathedral, means you're never far from the best the city has to offer-from upscale shopping on Royal Street, to the local artists and performers of Jackson Square, to all of the restaurants, museums, galleries and nightlife in between.

Nearby points of interest

  • Preservation Hall: 0 mi
  • Bourbon Street: 0.1 mi
  • New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum: 0.1 mi
  • Jackson Square: 0.1 mi
  • Crescent City Brewhouse: 0.2 mi
  • Musee Conti Wax Museum: 0.3 mi
  • Folklife and Visitor Center: 0.3 mi
  • Storyville: 0.6 mi
  • Aquarium of The Americas: 0.6 mi
  • Entergy IMAX Theater: 0.6 mi
  • American Aquatic Gardens: 0.6 mi
  • New Orleans School of Glass Works: 0.7 mi
  • Riverwalk Marketplace: 0.7 mi
  • Algiers Point: 1 mi
  • Louisiana State Museum: 1 mi
  • Preservation Hall: 0 mi
  • Bourbon Street: 0.1 mi
  • New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum: 0.1 mi
  • Jackson Square: 0.1 mi
  • Crescent City Brewhouse: 0.2 mi
  • Musee Conti Wax Museum: 0.3 mi
  • Folklife and Visitor Center: 0.3 mi
  • Storyville: 0.6 mi
  • Aquarium of The Americas: 0.6 mi
  • Entergy IMAX Theater: 0.6 mi
  • American Aquatic Gardens: 0.6 mi
  • New Orleans School of Glass Works: 0.7 mi
  • Riverwalk Marketplace: 0.7 mi
  • Algiers Point: 1 mi
  • Louisiana State Museum: 1 mi
  • Contemporary Arts Center: 1.1 mi
  • Louisiana Superdome: 1.1 mi
  • New Orleans Arena: 1.2 mi
  • Port of New Orleans: 1.6 mi
  • Bywater Historic District: 1.8 mi
  • East Tennessee Historical Center: 1.9 mi
  • Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden: 2.6 mi
  • New Orleans Museum of Art: 2.6 mi
  • Carousel Gardens: 3.2 mi
  • City Park New Orleans: 3.5 mi
  • Amistad Research Center: 3.5 mi
  • State Capital Publishing Museum: 3.9 mi
  • Riverbend: 4 mi
  • Audubon Zoo: 4.8 mi
  • Six Flags New Orleans: 10 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (188)

Ratings and reviews for Bourbon Orleans

Overall score

3.9 / 5
188 out of 188
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
4.8
Value:
3.9

86% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Irving
Sep 1, 2008

Right on Bourbon Street

The hotel is right in the middle of bourbon street. It was so convenient. I will definitely stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Drinks and fun all around.

Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Nov 2, 2008

Big Bang For The Buck

My wife and I have stayed at a number of hotels in and around New Orleans and I can honestly say that the Bourbon Orleans is one of the very best. The location is fantastic...on Bourbon but away from the noise. The staff is polite, professional and quick to meet whatever needs you might have. The restaurant more than adequately meets our needs in terms of staff, food & ambience. My only concern is navigating to some of the rooms. If you've stayed there, you know that it's quite a trek to reach some of the rooms. That aside, I highly recommend the Bourbon Orleans to anyone who visits New Orleans. I know it's the first hotel I look at when making plans to visit. Keep up the good work.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Decatur
Sep 1, 2008

Warm and inviting

The staff was very nice and always available to answer our questions and concerns regarding the hurricaine that was approaching New Orleans. the Hotel was very well located and perfect for us. The room was warm and inviting. The beds were comfortable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Elmwood Park, *
Jul 11, 2008

beautiful hotel...great location

The hotel was just beatiful and the location was fantastic. I can' wait to go again!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

New Orleans has it all within a short walk from the Bourbon Orleans

Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Valencia
Oct 25, 2008

Great Location; Great Staff

Just far enough off of Bourbon Street and yet just a 1/2 block walk. Nestled between Bourbon Street, party central, and Royal Street, antique alley. And, Jackson Square and St Louis Cathedral at the end of the street, both great places to visit with good museums (two) of New Orleans on each side. The staff could not have been better. The room was very clean, but new carpeting should not be far away. I ate dinner at the restaurant one evening, with the french doors open to Orleans Street and with a visit to my table by the chief. Both the food and ambiance were exceptional. I plan on making this my place to stay when in New Orleans. And, I plan on visiting New Orleans as often as possible.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Oct 19, 2008

Friendly staff

This hotel was an awesome choice for a weekend stay in the French Quarter. The staff were very friendly and helpful. This location was the best that I had ever stayed in out of the many visits that I have made to New Orleans in the past. Both issues were associated with valet and hotel parking. After paying an unexpected $30 a night for hotel parking, I was not so excited. Add insult to injury, Sunday morning retrieval of the cars event was less then unpleasant. It seemed to be an unwishful event for everyone. Obviously everyone was planning to checkout Sunday morning as tho should have been expected by the Valet guys. They first told me that my car would arrive in ten minutes. After 45 minutes or so of several groups waiting, I go to the main valet guy and asked what was taking so much time. He then stated that he could not find my keys and no records of my car. Finally, about an hour and 15 minutes they pulled my car around. Overall, the stay at the hotel was awesome. But expect an un organized group of valet guys which will lead to long wait times for you to get your vehicle.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

It's on Bourbon Street. Not much more to say to that. Awesome location. Has a great party bar at the front of the hotel in itself.

Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Indianapolis, IN
Apr 11, 2008

Extremely nice hotel

The Bourbon Orleans was a very nice hotel, which had a desk area. Their was coffee and tea available in the room. They had an adequate closet and 2 small dressers for your clothes. The location was just a block from Bourbon Street, anothe block from Jackson Square. It was in the middle of everything on Bourbon Street so you can go in either directions to get to a nice restaurant. I would stay there again on my next visit. I've been to New Orleans four times and I would stay at this hotel the next time I come back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

There's a great cafe a few blocks away that have their famous beignets. There is access to carriage rides within a 2 block distance. All restaurants are nearby with in a few blocks. The shopping mall is about 3 blocks away.

Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
MSpookshow
Orlando, FL
May 9, 2009

Charming hotel with a great location!

Fantastic location! We were able to walk to everything in the French Quarter, and stumble back after a trip to Bourbon St. Room was very nice, although a bit small, and noise from the hallway could be a bit disturbing, but definitely a great experience. Will stay there again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Shannon D.Ph
Baton Rouge, LA
May 25, 2009

Reservation never received...

Hotel was wonderful. However, the reservation I booked with Orbitz never got to them. The clerk held on the phone for 15 minutes trying to get the billing information but the attendent on the line was VERY slow and would not speak up when asked several times. I was put on the phone to confirm my information and could not hear a thing. At one point the hotel clerk suggested I just cancel the reservation from Orbitz because of the trouble and he'd give me a better rate, when I tried the Orbitz attendent stated I'd still owe 100% of the reservation, THE ONE THAT NEVER GOT THERE!! The Orbitz attendent kept putting us BOTH on hold for 5 minutes at a time! The hotel clerk was by himself and was trying his best to get the information to bill Orbitz, meanwhile, there are 6 people in line behind me EXTREMELY upset because MY ORBITZ RESERVATION never got to the hotel!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Everything is right outside the front door!!! Perfect location for a hotel!!

Review of Bourbon Orleans

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Washington DC
Aug 24, 2009

Excellent Stay

Spectacular location directly behind St Louis Cathedral. Hotel also has a corner on Boubon St. Lovely wind bar with outdoor seating directly across the street. Huge rooms, good beds, marble bath and very kind and helpful staff. Valet parking is great. I've stayed at many hotels in the quarter. Best location and amenities yet.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
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