Le Richelieu Hotel
Located in a fairly quiet spot in the French Quarter, this classic hotel is just a short walk from all the major sites and hot spots of the district. Le Richelieu Hotel is rated as a three-star hotel. The owners live on the premises so it is kept clean. The building was originally built in the mid 1800s and has been kept in the classic New Orleans style both inside and out. The hotel also has a pool and no pets are allowed.
Le Richelieu Hotel
1234 Chartres St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
(800) 535-9653
lerichelieuhotel.com
Place d'Armes Hotel
The Place d'Armes Hotel is situated in 18th- and 19th-century brick buildings located in the very center of the French Quarter. A block away are Cafe du Monde and Jackson Square. Within the walls of this three-star hotel there is a courtyard as well as a pool. The distinctive decor and magnolias in the courtyard give the hotel an old New Orleans feel, while providing all the modern amenities.
Place d'Armes Hotel
625 St. Ann St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 524-4531
placedarmes.com
Hotel St. Marie
Much like the Place d'Armes, the Hotel St. Marie is centrally located in the French Quarter. Rated three stars, this hotel has a courtyard, pool and many of its rooms have balconies overlooking the street. There is a complimentary breakfast served every morning and free Internet access. All rooms are nonsmoking and there is a no-pets policy.
Hotel St. Marie
827 Toulouse St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
(800) 366-2743
hotelstmarie.com
Ritz-Carlton New Orleans
The Ritz-Carlton is the highest rated hotel in the quarter with its 4-1/2 star rating. This big-name hotel located off Canal Street offers a spa, restaurant and all the amenities that come standard with the Ritz-Carlton name. The only drawback is its distance from local attractions, as it is located on the edge of the French Quarter. Most of these attractions can be reached after a walk of about 15 minutes, depending on destination.
Ritz-Carlton New Orleans
921 Canal St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 524-1331
ritzcarlton.com
Other 4-star Hotels
There are four four-star hotels in the French Quarter beyond the Ritz-Carlton for those looking for upper-class lodging. However, there are no five stars in the district. The other four-star hotels include La Pavillon Hotel, the Roosevelt New Orleans, Iberville Suites and the Renaissance Per Marquette Hotel.
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