An atmospheric hotel in an 1883 St. Charles Avenue mansion, particularly appealing for its porch, interiors, drinks, dining, and Garden District setting.
Why We Chose It
The porch, historic interiors, drinks, and dining make The Columns worthwhile even for travelers staying elsewhere. As a small historic hotel, rooms and access differ; confirm stairs, elevator availability, noise, room layout, parking, and restaurant or event schedules directly.
What Stands Out
- 1883 Italianate mansion by Thomas Sully — National Register of Historic Places
- 20 individually decorated rooms with claw-foot tubs and 10–15 ft ceilings
- Mahogany staircase under domed stained glass skylight — finest architectural detail of any New Orleans boutique hotel
- Front porch on St. Charles Avenue — best hotel porch in New Orleans
- Streetcar to the French Quarter at the front door