New Orleans Gay and Lesbian Vacations
New Orleans
Your gay New Orleans vacation
The Crescent City’s unique blend of American, French, Creole, Cajun, Caribbean, Spanish, and African cultures parties on in New Orleans. Gay life is focused squarely on the most impressive part of town, the nearly 100-square-block French Quarter historic district. It’s home to the city’s best shopping and dining, along with most of its gay lodging and gay nightlife.
Featured Hotels
LGBT-welcoming New Orleans hotels
Renaissance Pere Marquette Hotel New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Stay at least 3 nights, get 1 free
Historic Southern elegance with contemporary boutique hotel twist Built in 1925, the Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette Hotel is a landmark building sitting proudly at the heart of the city. It is a stylish hotel set over 18 floors, where guests find a combination of Southern hospitality and comfort. A... More
Historic French Quarter boutique with free breakfast and free Wi-FiRich in Southern hospitality and New Orleans-style charm, the historic Place D'Armes French Quarter sets the tone with beautifully restored 18th- and 19th-century buildings and a lush tropical courtyard. The AAA 3-diamond hotel features guest rooms with... More
JW Marriott New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Stay at least 3 nights, get 1 free
French Quarter hotel on historic street with contemporary flair Guests of the JW Marriott New Orleans enjoy the comforts of an international chain with the convenience of a stylish French Quarter location. The hotel has a spa, gym and steakhouse, and the fun and excitement of New Orleans are outside the bright and... More
Intimate contemporary hotel with a boutique flavor The W New Orleans French Quarter hotel sits in the center of the action in the New Orleans entertainment district. Tucked away, a serene inner courtyard lies at its heart. Here guests can escape the excitement of the French Quarter and enjoy delicious New... More
Country Inn & Suites New Orleans French Quarter
New Orleans, Louisiana
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Our hotel's prime location on Magazine Street near the French Quarter, close to many nearby New Orleans activities and attractions including Bourbon Street. All Rooms Offer Free Wired and Wireless Internet Access, a programmable safe, a refrigerator and a microwave oven. Country Inn offers elegant sleeping... More
Stately elegance and vast accommodations in French Quarter This French Quarter landmark is a big convention destination, with 1,329 rooms and suites, vast meeting and banquet space and the amenities needed to support a thriving business and tourist clientele. The hotel soars 41 stories high and is headquarters to... More
Small, historic New Orleans hotel for budget travelersBroad, iron-lace balconies overlooking the French Quarter and two tropical brick courtyards give the St. Peter House Hotel an authentic New Orleans feel. Cozy rooms are individually decorated with exposed brick walls in this friendly, no-frills hotel. The St. Peter... More
Luxury and style at this convenient downtown New Orleans boutique hotelThe chic and contemporary W New Orleans hotel oozes style with bold colors, sleek decor, signature amenities and services. On-site entertainment includes Whiskey Blue, named one of the best new bars in New Orleans by Gambit newspaper, and the Southern... More
Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Downtown Near the French Quarter
New Orleans, Louisiana
Rate includes breakfast
Central hotel with Southern flavor, close to all Crescent City sights The Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Downtown near the French Quarter Hotel is an imposing corner building spread over six floors. The lobby area incorporates a stunning atrium containing a bistro and gathering area. Guests enjoy the successful... More
Spend your New Orleans getaway at Courtyard New Orleans Downtown/Iberville, a distinctive New Orleans French Quarter hotel. Located one block from Bourbon Street & Canal Street, the hotel is steps from the romance and energy of the French Quarter and in convenient proximity to the medical corridor & revitalized theatre... More
Best in Stay
LGBT Best in Stay New Orleans hotels
Grand Dame of the French Quarter central to area attractions In 1886, Italian shoemaker Antonio Monteleone bought the 14-room Commercial Hotel, starting a tradition of hospitality that continues at the Monteleone to this day. The vibe throughout is retro-European, from the guest rooms' rich fabrics and marble bathrooms... More
Most rooms at this French Quarter value hotel have scenic balconiesThe Hotel St. Marie appeals to visitors who are coming to New Orleans for fun but are also watching their wallets. This French Quarter value hotel has spacious and comfortable rooms. The music, bars and nightlife of Bourbon Street are a block away. ... More
Romantic French Quarter boutique with award-winning restaurantThe AAA 3-diamond Prince Hotel Conti offers affordable luxury in the heart of the French Quarter. Owned by the Valentino family of New Orleans, the boutique hotel occupies a 19th-century building complete with dramatic windows and a carriageway. Guests are... More
Renaissance Arts Hotel New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Stay at least 3 nights, get 1 free
Boutique hotel at the heart of the famous New Orleans’ arts district and the French QuarterA historic warehouse that formed the basis of the Renaissance Arts Hotel provides a fantastic location and plenty of space for distinctive features in arts and furnishings. An art gallery and a top class restaurant are both... More
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
City Reconnect Package - Incl $50 hotel credit
Live a French-Quarter fantasy at 4-star glamour hotel with full spaLuxury is defined at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans, in the historic French Quarter. Stately and opulent both inside and out, The Ritz-Carlton provides first-class service and amenities to rival the best. Guest rooms and suites feature decor reminiscent of... More
Large New Orleans hotel with amenities for business, pleasure travelers Classic Crescent City charm invites guests to the Sheraton New Orleans conveniently located near New Orleans best attractions. The French Quarter, Harrah's Casino, Audubon Insectarium, Bourbon Street, Mississippi River, Riverwalk Marketplace and... More
Flights
| Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
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| New York | New Orleans | Mon, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 2 | $242 |
| Los Angeles | New Orleans | Wed, Jul 17 - Tue, Jul 23 | $374 |
| Chicago | New Orleans | Wed, Jun 5 - Wed, Jun 12 | $225 |
| Boston | New Orleans | Tue, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 10 | $236 |
| Washington DC | New Orleans | Tue, Jun 11 - Sun, Jun 16 | $253 |
| San Francisco | New Orleans | Wed, Jul 17 - Sat, Jul 27 | $418 |
| Philadelphia | New Orleans | Tue, Jun 11 - Thu, Jun 13 | $230 |
| Seattle | New Orleans | Thu, Jun 13 - Tue, Jun 18 | $364 |
| Denver | New Orleans | Tue, Jun 25 - Thu, Jul 4 | $194 |
| Newark | New Orleans | Sat, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 18 | $239 |
| Baltimore | New Orleans | Wed, May 22 - Wed, May 29 | $218 |
| Pittsburgh | New Orleans | Wed, Jun 26 - Tue, Jul 2 | $278 |
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New Orleans highlights
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Other gayborhoods
The adjacent Faubourg Marigny, the city’s first suburb, and the Bywater area also are gaining popularity as gay neighborhoods. New Orleans seems to be a perpetual party any time of the year.
LGBT events
But come for Southern Decadence around Labor Day weekend for the debauched street carnival atmosphere, and you’ll see how amazingly tolerant the Big Easy really is. There’s also gay parade on Easter Sunday in the French Quarter, and a three-day Halloween circuit party all around town, just before the actual holiday.
Gay Mardi Gras and more
Three days of parades, leather block parties, and masked balls mark the events of the Gay Mardi Gras (at the same time as the regular Mardi Gras). There’s a smaller celebration for Pride in June, and New Orleans is mellow during its annual Jazz Festival in late April and early May.
N’awlins attractions
New Orleans is filled with antique attractions, especially in the French Quarter. Jackson Square is presided over by the oldest cathedral in the United States and flanked by Spanish colonial buildings housing museums devoted to the history and culture of the region.
Historic landmarks
The French Market is the oldest working market in the United States. Any self-respecting queer will want to check out 632 St. Peter Street, where Tennessee Williams finished penning “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Also make time for a trip to the Garden District and its 19th-ccntury Victorian, Italianate and Greek Revival homes, and understand modern New Orleans by taking a tour of the Ninth Ward, which sustained the most severe damage during Katrina.
Insider tips for New Orleans gay travel
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Go ahead -- take your drinks with you
Ask your bartender for a plastic “geaux cup,” and you can take your drink to the streets or to the next bar. But taking any cans or glass on the streets is illegal. As you might have figured, bars in New Orleans are open 24 hours, and some even have a second happy hour from 5 to 9 in the morning!
Aim for spring
The best time to visit New Orleans is in the spring, when the temperatures are mildly warm and the humidity is low.
Book very early for Mardi Gras
Some French Quarter and Central Business District hotels may require four or five-night minimums and are often sold out by December. The hotels on the actual parade routes are usually lower-priced because they’re not in the French Quarter.
