Hotel MazarinvsBienville House
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel Mazarin ranks marginally better than Bienville House. Hotel Mazarin is ranked #24 in New Orleans with recommendations from 9 reviewers such as Star Service, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel Mazarin
730 Bienville St., New Orleans, LA 70130
From $109/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Fitness Center
Frommer's
"Right in the heart of the Quarter, the St. Louis is a small hotel that surrounds a lush courtyard with a fountain." Full review
Fodor's
"The former St. Louis hotel is now a boutique lodging with an enviable French Quarter location and loads of charm." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Hotel Mazarin is an upscale boutique located in the heart of the French Quarter." Full review
Star Service
"Hotel Mazarin is a delightful period piece that wraps around a pair of courtyards." Full review
Gayot
"Prepare to be pampered at this charming boutique property just off of storied Bourbon Street."
Jetsetter
"Sleepy French Quarter boutique hotel with rooms and suites wrapping around a leafy brick courtyard." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The 102 rooms of this charismatic French Quarter property surround an impressive modern courtyard, regularly abuzz with a function or wedding." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The relatively luxe design touches combine with a host of complimentary amenities that make for a great value downtown choice." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A red brick-lined inner courtyard with a bubbling fountain and wrought iron balustrades, and handsome leather armchairs for reading in your room." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Whether you're in town for general French Quarter pleasure-seeking or for a gathering like the annual Tales of the Cocktail conference, this historic hotel makes for a terrific central home base." Full review
Bienville House
320 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $129/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Located near the Mississippi River, the Bienville's guest rooms are furnished with antiques, and attractions in the Quarter and the CBD are nearby." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Straddling two busy French Quarter streets, the historic Bienville House is as an urban oasis, with tropical rooftop terraces and a soothing courtyard." Full review
Star Service
"These units are just as lovely as the other digs, and they are also some of the quietest rooms in this part of the city.
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Gayot
"Well located a few blocks into the French Quarter, the Bienville offers good access to the convention center, Harrah's casino and the CBD."
The Telegraph
8.0
"There’s an intimate yet stately feel to this low-profile property on the edges of the French Quarter, and the historic tradition of hospitality in this location shines through despite its modest size." Full review
Frommer's
"This boutique hotel, owned by the Monteleone, injects a touch of class here and there...rooms are showing their age, but have high ceilings and French reproduction furnishings" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Bienville is the definition of a well-executed historic French Quarter hotel." Full review