Henry Howard HotelvsThe Lafayette by LuxUrban
Henry Howard Hotel and The Lafayette Hotel are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Henry Howard Hotel ranks slightly better than The Lafayette Hotel. Henry Howard Hotel is ranked #21 in New Orleans with accolades from 10 publications such as Lonely Planet, Mr & Mrs Smith and Condé Nast Traveler.
Henry Howard Hotel
2041 Prytania St., New Orleans, LA 70130
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Family Friendly
- Kitchenette
Jetsetter
"Stately double gallery townhouse around the corner from humming Magazine Street that embodies the best of southern hospitality." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Boutique Henry Howard Hotel is a refreshingly unique owner-run hotel in the genteel Garden District of New Orleans." Full review
Bon Appétit
"New Orleans finally gets into the boutique hotel game." Full review
Fodor's
"A beautifully restored mansion with stylish Southern touches, it combines the best features of a a bed and breakfast and a boutique hotel." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This debonair townhouse is a welcome addition to the low-key Lower Garden District." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Henry Howard Hotel—the 150-year-old mansion designed by famed architect Henry Howard—has been restored and opened to the public as an 18-room luxury boutique hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Henry Howard Hotel is a refined upper-middle-range boutique hotel with 18 rooms featuring hardwood floors, vintage-inspired wallpaper, antique furniture, and custom beds. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"The Henry Howard is a relatively new hotel in the Lower Garden District, but it's already carving a name for itself thanks to the comfort levels of the rooms and the impressive levels of service." Full review
Frommer's
"A drop-dead gorgeous, super-stylish choice, where crisp, white-black-blue décor and sleek, custom touches meet classy antiques." Full review
Lonely Planet
"In a neighborhood dripping with historical accommodation, the Henry Howard is…well, historical." Full review
The Lafayette by LuxUrban
600 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Business Center
Frommer's
"This is the place for those who want something more than a B&B but dislike the generic quality that comes with a chain or business-oriented hotel." Full review
Fodor's
"For those who prefer a quieter neighborhood, the elegance of St. Charles Avenue is laid out before you in this small, chic hotel—plus, you're right next to the streetcar line." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Right on the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line, the Lafayette recalls the elegant residential hotels of an earlier era with its classic decor, friendly staff, and handsome Beaux-Arts building."
Gayot
"This 1916 Beaux-Arts building sits at the edge of Lafayette Square just outside downtown New Orleans. It is a small, nearly hidden jewel on the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line."
Zagat
4.3
"Everything you need" is on hand at this "beautiful" boutique, a 1916 landmark, done up in French Regency style with marble floors, antiques and mahogany."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers come standard in all rooms. Upgraded rooms feature balconies, and suites add living areas, mini-fridges, and microwaves." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A sense of quaintness as you walk in that immediately contrasts with the modernity of the surrounding area. It's a classy option that’s still decidedly affordable." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Service is excellent and the hotel (unsurprisingly) has a loyal following." Full review