New Orleans hotels
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Low season | August | Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price. |
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High season | February | Most expensive month to stay with an average 46% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | $138 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | $207 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
When to book a hotel in New Orleans
Top tips for finding the perfect New Orleans hotel
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in New Orleans, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in New Orleans in August and June.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in New Orleans if you stay on a Monday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your New Orleans accommodation.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in New Orleans found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $85, while the most expensive was $496.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in New Orleans for 3 days.
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in New Orleans that is near the city’s major attractions, try looking in the neighborhoods of Marigny, which has a few more budget-friendly options, such as the Olde Town Inn.
- If you’re looking for pet-friendly accommodations in the heart of the city, you will find more choices in the French Quarter, like the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel.
- Business travelers who need accommodation near the airport can try neighborhoods that border Louis Armstrong International Airport. You’ll find the Wyndham Garden New Orleans Airport Hotel in Westgate or the Days Inn New Orleans Airport in South Kenner.
- The Warehouse District is convenient if you want to stay close to the Convention Center. The Omni Riverfront Hotel is a great hotel nearby.
- For those looking to stay near the cruise port, the Hilton New Orleans Riverside is a good option right on the waterfront.
- In town for an event and looking for hotels near the Superdome? The Holiday Inn New Orleans-Downtown Superdome in the Central Business District provides one of the closest options.
- Antique lovers and history buffs will find plenty of choice in the Garden District, but for those who want to stay right in the middle of the action, there’s the Four Points by Sheraton French Quarter on Bourbon Street. Budget-friendly options such as Place d'Armes Hotel can be found just a short walk away.
- If you’re at one of the hotels on St Charles Avenue, like the Best Western Plus St. Charles Inn, then it’s only a short walk to the RTA bus Magazine Street line, which runs from downtown to uptown and is a cost-effective way to see all the attractions along the way.
FAQs when booking a hotel in New Orleans
Hotels are safe environments for travelers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in New Orleans. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
We've recorded a higher demand for hotels in French Quarter, Garden District, and close to Bourbon Street.
Travelers who like staying near Bourbon Street recommend Harrahs New Orleans Casino & Hotel, AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter and The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
KAYAK users have found double rooms in New Orleans for as cheap as $44 in the last 3 days. The average price is $233.
The Homewood Suites by Hilton in the French Quarter is a good pick for families. The property has plenty of family-friendly amenities, with suites and kitchenettes. The Blake Hotel on St Charles Ave is located close to public transportation and is another convenient option for families or groups traveling together.
Canal Street was once the main street of New Orleans, and many of the old buildings have been repurposed by luxury hotels, so there are 5-star options aplenty. The Ritz Carlton in the French Quarter is located close to all of Canal Street’s popular shopping areas, while the nearby New Orleans Marriott is a cheaper choice in the same location.
The La Quinta Inn in the West Bank/Gretna area has free parking and is close to attractions like the Manhattan Plaza shopping center and the German-American Cultural Center. For those who want to stay a bit closer to the nightlife but are trying to keep costs down, The Garden District House is a budget-conscious option in the Garden District.
If you’re looking for peace and quiet, then it’s best to avoid picking a hotel along the main tourist strips. The InterContinental New Orleans in the Central Business District is a nice, quiet choice away from the bustle of Canal Street but still within walking distance from the major attractions on Bourbon Street. The Best Western Plus French Quarter Landmark Hotel is another good choice.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighborhood, which allows you to pick the central New Orleans districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like New Orleans city center.
Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.
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Accommodations
Airports in New Orleans
Landmarks in New Orleans
- Canal Street
- Harrah's Casino
- The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk
- Jackson Square
- Le Petit Theatre Du Vieux Carre
- New Orleans Station
- Saint Louis Cathedral
- Ogden Museum of Southern Art
- Old Ursuline Convent
- Louisiana Children's Museum
- New Orleans City Hall
- Musee Conti Wax Museum
- The Shops at JAX Brewery
- The National WWII Museum
- Veterans Affairs Medical Center
- French Market
- Contemporary Arts Center
- Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
- Beauregard-Keyes House