Hotel Villa ConventovsHotel Mazarin
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Hotel Mazarin scores significantly higher than Hotel Villa Convento. Hotel Mazarin scores 80 with positive reviews from 7 publications including The Telegraph, Fodor's and oyster.com.
Hotel Villa Convento
616 Ursulines Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
From $79/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Fodor's
"This intimate, family-run villa exudes history and local flavor." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This is a family-owned inn of the old school: modest in amenities but rich in service and ambience."
Gayot
"This family-owned guesthouse is the sort of cozy, unpretentious place that is becoming a rarity in the French Quarter."
Oyster
Budget
"The historic Hotel Villa Convento is a budget, family-run guesthouse conveniently located... this quirky property is charming and full of character." Full review
Frommer's
"It’s not luxurious...the family-owned Creole townhouse boasts balconies with views, guesthouse warmth, and captivating history—all of which infuse it with a slightly sexy vibe." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Classic New Orleans in every sense, the Villa Convento occupies an 1833 town house in the residential part of the Lower Quarter." Full review
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