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Affordable Hotels in New Orleans

Finding a cheap hotel in New Orleans doesn’t mean compromising on style or location. This city is known for its vibrant culture, historic architecture and lively nightlife, and there are plenty of budget-friendly options that let you enjoy all of that and more.

From historic properties with charming courtyards to modern boutique hotels offering chic, contemporary amenities, there is a wide range of affordable accommodations to suit your needs. Whether you’re looking for a central location or unique character, New Orleans has it all.

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Inn on St Ann

New Orleans (French Quarter)

A historic boutique located near Bourbon Street in the French Quarter. Quirky rooms keep the building's original features but are now simply styled with polished wooden floors and crisp white linen. A central courtyard is a perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee. A well-priced and atmospheric stay.

  • Local exploring - Set in the French Quarter, you are right in the throng of it all with restaurants, historic buildings, and music venues galore
  • Value chic - With rooms starting at just $75 dollars per night this is a very reasonably priced option for a central stay
  • Quirky - Pick a room in the Marie Laveau Annex, once home to renowned voodoo priestess of New Orleans Marie Laveau
  • Sights nearby - Visit Jackson Square and the neighbouring St Lois Cathedral
from $75 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Inn on Ursulines

New Orleans (French Quarter)

An 18th-century Creole cottage occupying an enviable spot in the French Quarter. Refurbished rooms feature polished wooden floors, crisp white linen, and marble bathrooms. With a large terrace complete with a hot tub - this is a perfect base to hop in and out from when exploring the city.

  • Local exploring - Set in the French Quarter it doesn't get much better than this for accessing attractions, restaurants and music venues
  • Historic - An 18th century Creole Cottage set in the French Quarter - a great option for an authentic stay
  • Sights nearby - Visit Jackson Square and the neighbouring St. Louis Cathedral
  • Boutique
from $89 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Moxy New Orleans Downtown

New Orleans (Central Business District)

A hip downtown offering from the Marriott's Moxy brand. The design has a youthful feel with large graphics, simple contemporary furniture, and all the mod cons. The bar is a lively affair with a good selection of cocktails. A great choice for a reasonably priced stay in the heart of the city.

  • Local exploring - Set in the Central Business District meaning all of downtown's attractions are easily accessible
  • Value chic - The hotel has a young feel with hip design all offered at very reasonable rates
  • Sights nearby - Head to Jackson Square to view the St Louis Cathedral
  • Lively
from $118 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Inn on St Peter

New Orleans (French Quarter)

A historic property located in the heart of the French Quarter. The building's design is influenced by the Spanish style of architecture which means there are lovely hidden courtyard areas and a large wrap-around terrace. Rooms are well-appointed and feature hardwood floors. A chic central stay.

  • Local exploring - Walking distance from nearby Jackson Square and Bourbon Street - ideal for exploring the city on foot
  • Value chic - With rooms starting at $89, this property is very reasonably priced for such a central location
  • Sights nearby - Visit Jackson Square and admire the St Lois Cathedral
  • Boutique
from $119 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Place d'Armes Hotel

New Orleans (French Quarter)

A historic 18th-century building set in the heart of the French Quarter. This is a charmingly traditional stay - rooms have exposed brickwork, heavy drapes and quaintly mismatched furniture. Hiding a tranquil inner courtyard complete with a well-proportioned pool - this is a perfect central base.

  • Local exploring - Set in the French Quarter, locations don't get much better than this for discovering the city by foot
  • Value chic - With double rooms starting from around $70 this is a great option for a good value central stay
  • Families - Well placed to access family attractions plus children under 12 stay for free
  • Sights nearby - A trip to Jackson Square to view the magnificent St Louis Cathedral is a must
from $119 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Drifter

New Orleans (Mid-City)

This motel has been transformed into New Orleans' most desirable boutique for the young artistic crowd. An ultra cool hotel offering simple chic rooms overlooking the central pool courtyard, complete with lively bar and hip coffee house. Come here for vibrant weekend parties and live music.

  • Groups - A fun weekend with friends- think fresh frozen cocktails, craft beers, a rotation of food trucks and live music by the pool
  • Local markets - The hotel hosts an ever changing rotation of food trucks at the weekends, bringing the market to you!
  • Restrictions on children - The atmosphere is very adults only with loud music and young crowds
  • Boutique
from $135 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Troubadour

New Orleans (Central Business District)

The facade of this converted office block may be somewhat subdued, however, interiors are bright and fresh while a chic restaurant and roof terrace bar make this a real hotspot. Spacious rooms are decorated with bright local art and offer wonderful city views. A well priced central stay.

  • Local exploring - Well placed in Central Business District with the French Quarter just two blocks away and great access to streetcars
  • Value chic - Rooms starts at just over $100 in the low season making this a reasonably priced stay for such a central location
  • Sights nearby - Explore Tremé, known to be the oldest black neighbourhood in America and the birthplace of jazz
  • Restaurant - Modern European fare at restaurant Petit Lion
from $139 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Canal Street Inn

New Orleans (Mid-City)

Majestic 1912 Greek Revival mansion converted into a friendly owner-run inn. Large, airy rooms range from traditional to contemporary; all feature wooden floors and period-style ceiling fans. The tree-lined plot boasts a large garden, two porches plus there's a gym and limited spa services.

  • Local exploring - Canal Street is one of the city's major thoroughfares and has good transport links to all of New Orlean's interesting areas
  • Value chic - A great value option with plenty of space - in rooms, common areas and outdoors - and well-connected location
  • Sights nearby - Visit Pitot, a historic Creole country house, or Long Vue House, one of the last great houses to be custom-built in America
  • Great walks - Walk to nearby City Park with its sculpture garden, New Orleans Museum of Art, Botanical Gardens and golf course
from $140 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Hotel Le Marais

New Orleans (French Quarter)

Modern and centrally located in the historical French quarter, this chic boutique property offers comfortable, contemporary rooms as well as a pool and fitness centre. Vive! Bar boasts a good wine list and signature cocktails. Perfect location both for New Orleans nightlife and sight seeing.

  • Sights nearby - Jackson Square and many other sights make up New Orleans city.
  • Boutique
  • Swimming Pool
  • Romantic
from $185 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

New Orleans (French Quarter)

A grand hotel set in the heart of the French Quarter. Elegant interiors feature chandeliers, marble pillars, and lofty rooms. A classic restaurant serves Creole dishes and the bar slings an excellent cocktail. With a pretty courtyard pool, this property is unbeatable for its style and location.

  • City Style - The building was once a ballroom & then a convent - its grand proportions make it really stand out
  • Local exploring - Set in the heart of the French Quarter, locations don't get much more convenient than this
  • Fishing - The property has partnered with Marsh & Bayou so guests can take advantage of professional fishing trips at special rates
  • Restaurant - Roux on Orleans serves classic Creole dishes
from $187 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees