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Guesthouse in New Orleans
Bask in the Tranquil Courtyard of Bywater Guest House
Enjoy morning coffee on the leafy garden patio of this vibrant, Creole-style cottage nestled on a shady corner lot. Prep a meal within the funky-modern confines of the kitchen or wander the colorful interiors until you find a sunny spot on the couch. If you prefer to sleep in while on vacation, feel free to close all the wooden shutters to form a comfortable, dark cocoon in the bedroom and pretend like the rest of the world has stopped while you relax. When you are ready to get out and about, venture outside to explore the unique architecture of the Bywater and visit local dives and hangouts! This guest house is a creole-style cottage adjacent to a traditional shotgun (occupied by the host) on a shady corner lot in the Bywater Historic District. Originally built in the 1800s, renovated in 2007, and completely refreshed in 2017, guests will enjoy full, private access to this 600+ square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with a fully appointed kitchen. There is a queen bed in the bedroom plus a West Elm modular couch in the living room that comfortably sleeps one adult. Extra linens and pillows are provided. Flat-screen TV with DirecTV and DVD player. Washer/dryer in unit with supplies. Freshly-squeezed grapefruit and satsuma juice from trees in the courtyard, when in season (October - February)! Guests may feel welcome to sit in the courtyard, with a private patio just outside the living room door. We live on-site, and the door to our home is just across the courtyard from the living room or at the deck by your entry door. Should you need anything, we’re happy to be at your service. Otherwise, we'll leave you to the quiet enjoyment of the space and to enjoy your travels. The guest house is situated in the Bywater Historic District, a Creole neighborhood mostly known for its brightly colored architecture and creative community members. The neighborhood boasts easy access to dining and entertainment, and a number of hotspots are nearby including one of the city’s best brunches, a nano-brewery, and a wine bar with live courtyard jazz multiple times a day! The Crescent Park trail along the river is two blocks away and is a nice gateway to the French Quarter. The Crescent Park trail along the Mississippi Riverfront is two blocks from the house and offers easy bike/pedestrian/wheelchair access to the French Market (about 1.5 miles) along with the rest of the French Quarter beyond (Jackson Square is about 2 miles from the house). Multiple bus routes are within 2-4 blocks of the house, including Bus Route 5 two blocks away that takes you to the Quarter. The Rampart-St. Claude Streetcar Route is approximately 1.6 miles away at the intersection of St. Claude and Elysian Fields. Several local businesses offer scooter and bike rentals within a couple miles of the house, and a bike share station (Blue Bikes NOLA) is located around the corner. Uber/Lyft/rideshares are readily available, typically in 5 minutes or less at most times of day, and cost around $7-$12 to the French Quarter/CBD (or Central Business District as we in New Orleans call our downtown), depending upon traffic, time of day, exact dropoff location, etc. If you are driving your own vehicle, apps like "Spothero" will help you find and compare options for private or paid parking lots and spaces at your destination. On-street parking is typically pretty easy to find and no permit is required/no time restrictions exist. J&J's Sports Bar is across the street. While it can be great for watching a game close-by or for a night cap before you hit the sack, depending upon the day, it can also create conversation noise into the wee hours. A white noise machine is provided in the bedroom, in case of sensitive sleepers. City of New Orleans Short-Term License Number/Type/Expiration: 17STR-16097/Accessory STR/16 August 2018
Jun 6 – 11
$91 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 380 reviews
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Apartment in New Orleans
Bright, Beautiful Apartment in Excellent Uptown Location
Open the yellow front door and enter an apartment that fuses traditional architecture with a modern Parisian vibe. Wake up in a light-filled bedroom and step through the floor-to-ceiling window to the gorgeous wraparound balcony. This adorable one-bedroom apartment features a brand-new kitchen and bathroom with a modern Parisian vibe. Open the yellow front door and enter a living room/kitchen combination that's got everything you need to relax comfortably after a long day riding the streetcar, strolling through Audubon Park and eating poboys and crawfish at Frankie & Johnny's. (See our complete list of the best neighborhood restaurants for more info.) A beautiful wood staircase leads upstairs to a light-filled bedroom, bath and tucked-away workspace. The cheery bathroom has subway tiles on the wall and penny rounds on the floor. There's a floor-to-ceiling window that provides access to a wraparound balcony with views of the St. Charles Avenue streetcar and the lovely neighborhood. Two giant oak trees in front of the house provide a leafy green canopy for most of the year. You have your own completely private apartment and your own balcony. We have a separate front door that leads to our side of the house. We will be happy to answer questions and help out whenever we're around. The home is in a beautiful neighborhood with a streetcar stop nearby that gets to downtown in just 20 minutes. Spend the day walking through the Audubon Zoo and explore the historic and exciting French Quarter at night. The apartment is a half block from a St. Charles Avenue streetcar stop. There is ample street parking in front of the house. You can walk to Magazine Street, Freret Street (also lots of restaurants and bars) and Audubon Park. Vacation or business, we expect you treat our home as if it were your own. No smoking indoors. No pets. No late night caterwauling. You must also acknowledge: Security Deposit - if you damage the home, you may be charged up to $200.
Feb 14 – 21
$117 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 478 reviews
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Condo in New Orleans
Stroll to Bourbon Street from an Elegant, Neutral Abode
If the location isn't enough, you can rest easy knowing that you'll be resting easy in our brand new King-sized bed, fitted with a new Robin Mattress and Pottery Barn sheets. The queen-sized pullout couch is also a Robin mattress with Pottery Barn sheets. The rest of the apartment is decorated with West Elm, Restoration Hardware and Pottery Barn furnishings. The kitchen is fully equipped, should you need a respite from all the delicious restaurants nearby. The foyer of the building and the hallway to the apartment are all indoors and are public space for the building's residents and guests. The inside of the apartment has everything you'll need for your stay, including a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious living room, a breakfast nook and a washer and dryer. We cannot stress this enough to our guests... please contact us if you need anything at all! We want to make sure your stay is as comfortable as possible. Also, we can answer any general questions about the neighborhood pertaining to restaurants, bars, etc. The apartment is just three blocks from the French Quarter and near to the Arts/Warehouse District. This neighborhood is riding the wave of gentrification that is spreading throughout the city, hosting many of the city's top restaurants and bars. For the parts of the city to which you can't walk, our building also enjoys the convenience of being located on one of the city's street car lines. Uber and Lyft are also available throughout the city and for airport transfers.
Jun 10 – 17
$97 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews

Popular amenities for New Orleans vacation rentals

Stay near New Orleans's top sights

French Quarter790 locals recommend
Jackson Square477 locals recommend
Garden District260 locals recommend
City Park1,516 locals recommend
Bourbon Street347 locals recommend
The National WWII Museum804 locals recommend

New Orleans waterfront vacation rentals

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Home in New Orleans
Art & Location-Walk to French Qtr. & Frenchmen St!
Jul 30 – Aug 6
$132 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 370 reviews
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Home in Slidell
3 bedroom/2 bath with Water front views
Nov 2 – 9
$239 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
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Apartment in Saint Bernard
Studio Apartment in Garage - St. Bernard, LA
Feb 10 – 17
$84 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Modern Bywater House, Hot Tub, French Qtr in 5 min
Jan 18 – 25
$118 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Waterfront 2bd on Bayou St John w/Kayaks
Aug 27 – Sep 3
$135 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
River View Luxury & Ferry to FQ
Nov 13 – 20
$537 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Beautifully Updated New Orleans House *sleeps 6*
Aug 21 – 28
$209 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews
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Home in Slidell
Lakeview Oasis
Oct 18 – 25
$217 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
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Vacation home in New Orleans
Waterfront! Black Dog Lodge & Fishing Charter
Nov 8 – 15
$345 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews
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Apartment in Slidell
Canal Breeze Apartment - 30 mins. to New Orleans
Apr 10 – 17
$157 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Steve’s Sunrise
Jan 28 – Feb 4
$196 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
The perfect waterfront property
Jun 21 – 28
$277 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews

New Orleans fishing vacation rentals

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Apartment in Kenner
Close to Airport and Store
Aug 5 – 12
$116 per night
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews
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Apartment in New Orleans
Lemon Tree Manor in Bywater
Dec 16 – 23
$197 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
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Guest suite in New Orleans
A Sweet Suite on Bayou St. John
Jul 15 – 22
$79 per night
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews
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Condo in Slidell
La Belle Maison
May 15 – 22
$100 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews
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Home in Lakeview
Beautiful NOLA Lakefront Property on the Marina!
Jun 19 – 26
$149 per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews
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Home in Lakeview
Relax on Lake Pontchartrain
Apr 18 – 25
$302 per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews
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Home in New Orleans East
Big Easy Getaway
Sep 8 – 15
$199 per night
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews
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Apartment in Bywater
Modern Pop-culture 2bd/2ba Condo
Jun 2 – 9
$128 per night
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews
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Home in New Orleans East
The Purple Perch - Lakehouse
Jul 10 – 17
$360 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Gorgeous Lakefront Home! Private Pier & Boathouse
Oct 16 – 23
$275 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews
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Townhouse in Lakeview
Serenity at the Lake
May 5 – 12
$461 per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
REEL LUCKY Lakefront home 30 min to New Orleans
Nov 7 – 14
$286 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Vacation rentals with balconies in New Orleans

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Loft in New Orleans
In the Heart of French Quarter Steps Off Bourbon St
Apr 25 – May 2
$418 per night
4.72 out of 5 average rating, 310 reviews
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Apartment in Mid-City New Orleans
Private Apartment One a Half Blocks from the French Quarter
May 29 – Jun 5
$500 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 343 reviews
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Loft in New Orleans
Villa Vici Penthouse
Sep 7 – 14
$327 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Walk to the French Quarter from a Sophisticated House
May 8 – 15
$459 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
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Loft in Central City - Garden District
Bohemian Loft Off Magazine Street
Jul 23 – 30
$701 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
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Apartment in New Orleans
Amazing Condo with Balcony Steps from the French Quarter
Jan 28 – Feb 4
$473 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
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Condo in New Orleans
Re Imagined Chic Two Bedroom Condo in Treme
Jun 23 – 30
$222 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews
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Apartment in Central City - Garden District
Charming Condo w Patio off Magazine St 2br|1ba
Aug 19 – 26
$116 per night
4.74 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Walk to French Quarter 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Duplex
Jun 15 – 22
$179 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
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Home in New Orleans
Uptown Spacious 4BD/3BA with Historic Charm.
Sep 2 – 9
$435 per night
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews
Home in New Orleans
Beautiful Home in the Hippest Neighborhood in New Orleans
May 19 – 26
$285 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 239 reviews
Condo in New Orleans
Easy Living at a Downtown Penthouse with Private Terrace
Jul 29 – Aug 5
$468 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in New Orleans

Total rentals

8.1K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

4K properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

1.1K properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

2K properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

4.7K properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

490K reviews

Your guide to New Orleans

Introduction

New Orleans offers a round-the-clock festive spirit 12 months a year. Live music, particularly jazz, rings through streets lined with buildings dating back to the early 1800s. That’s when the city’s trademark Creole architecture, a mix of influences from the French, Spanish, and Caribbean was developed, adding a distinctly New Orleans touch. While the lively French Quarter gets all the attention, also explore the Marigny and Bywater, which have a more artsy vibe, and Audubon — surrounding Audubon Park — which is known as the University District thanks to Tulane and Loyola Universities. If you’re looking to visit more of the New Orleans metro area, Metairie is just to the northwest, Chalmette about 10 miles east, and Slidell about 34 miles northeast.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in New Orleans

February through May is prime time to stay in one of NoLA’s vacation rentals, when highs are in the mid-60s to mid-80s Fahrenheit and lows hover between the 50s to 70s — it’s also perfectly timed to celebrations such as Mardi Gras and the French Quarter Festival. December and January are also pleasant months — with the bonus of fewer crowds — when highs are in the 60s and lows typically don't fall below the mid-40s. Summer and fall can be more challenging, as stifling heat, mixed with humidity, reaches the 90s. June usually has the highest precipitation, and hurricane season lasts from June through November.


Top things to do in New Orleans

French Quarter

The legendary Bourbon Street is the most popular street in this historic neighborhood, and indulgence is a way of life here. But the district is also known for its majestic Jackson Square (where local artisans often display their work in an open-air market), jazz clubs, steamboat cruises, and fresh beignets with chicory coffee.

Garden District

A streetcar ride away from the French Quarter is a visual juxtaposition to the French Quarter — a chill suburban neighborhood dominated by grand mansions. Also stop at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, which houses the tombs of early settlers from Ireland and Germany, or opt for one of the city’s cemetery tours to learn more about the history of this great city.

Mardi Gras World

Experience New Orleans’ most famous festival any time of year at this facility, where 80 percent of the Mardi Gras floats are built.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How is the weather in New Orleans?

    New Orleans has a humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. Temperatures range from an average low of 43°F (6°C) in January to an average high of 91°F (33°C) in July. Rain is frequent throughout the year, with June being the wettest month.

  • What are some of the best things to do in New Orleans?

    Visitors to New Orleans frequently explore the historic French Quarter, enjoy traditional jazz music, discover Creole and Cajun cuisine, and ride the St. Charles Streetcar. Exploring the city's distinct neighborhoods and visiting its numerous museums are also popular activities.

  • What is the best time of year to visit New Orleans?

    Spring, particularly February through May, is often recommended as a time to visit New Orleans, coinciding with vibrant events such as Mardi Gras, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and French Quarter Festival.

  • What are the best places to stay in New Orleans?

    The French Quarter is the most popular neighborhood for visitors, known for its historic buildings, vibrant nightlife, and proximity to attractions. Other popular areas include the Garden District, known for its well-preserved antebellum mansions, and Uptown, home to Audubon Park and a variety of restaurants.

  • What are the best places to visit in New Orleans?

    Popular places to visit in New Orleans include the St. Louis Cathedral, the National WWII Museum, and the historic Garden District. The French Market, a traditional marketplace with food stalls and shops, is also frequently visited. City Park, with its picturesque lagoons and oak trees, is another popular spot.

  • What are some hiking trails in New Orleans?

    While New Orleans is not traditionally known for hiking, there are some trails within driving distance. The Barataria Preserve Trails, just outside the city, offer boardwalk and dirt trails through marsh and forest. The Tammany Trace, a 31-mile (50 km) rail trail, is also popular.

  • What are some family activities to do in New Orleans?

    Families visiting New Orleans often enjoy visiting the Audubon Zoo, exploring the interactive exhibits at the Louisiana Children's Museum, or taking a paddlewheel riverboat tour on the Mississippi River. The city also has many family-friendly parks, such as the City Park and Audubon Park.

  • What are some of the best day trip ideas in New Orleans?

    Day trips from New Orleans often include visiting the historic plantations along the Great River Road, exploring the marshes and bayous of the Louisiana swamps on a boat tour, or visiting the artsy town of Covington across Lake Pontchartrain.

  • Are there vacation rentals near New Orleans's top attractions?

    You're in luck! Stay at the heart of it all with our vacation rentals near New Orleans's top attractions. We offer over 22,710 vacation rentals near French Quarter, and over 11,350 vacation rentals near Jackson Square, and so much more! Experience the best of New Orleans right on your doorstep.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in New Orleans?

    Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in New Orleans. From over 3,610 house rentals, over 890 condo rentals to over 1,990 apartment rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.

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