Hotel St. Marie

Hotel St. Marie is a moderately priced hotel at 827 Toulouse Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, about a block from Bourbon Street and a short walk from Royal Street, Jackson Square, Canal Street and the riverfront. The position is convenient for first-time visitors who want to walk to the Quarter's main sights, restaurants and live music without paying for a premium address. Toulouse Street is a mixed commercial and residential block with a quieter feel than Bourbon Street, though evening noise can carry from nearby bars. The hotel is organized around a courtyard with a swimming pool, with rooms arranged to overlook the pool or the street, in a style typical of mid-sized French Quarter hotels with brick, balconies and tropical plants. Room types include Double, Queen and King rooms, and nightly rates generally fall between about US$100 and US$220 depending on season and demand. The courtyard pool is the main amenity and a practical advantage in the long hot New Orleans summer, and free Wi-Fi is included. There is no large restaurant on site, so guests usually eat at nearby Creole, Cajun and seafood restaurants, oyster bars and cafes, many of which are within a few minutes' walk. The service character is straightforward and friendly, aimed at leisure travelers, couples, families and small groups who want a central base at an economical price, and the front desk can help with tour bookings and transport. The hotel is not a luxury property and does not offer a spa or on-site fine dining, but it provides the essentials in a location that makes the rest of the Quarter easy to reach. Visitors who value quiet should request a courtyard-facing room, while those who want to be close to the nightlife may prefer street-facing rooms. Its price point and location make it a popular choice for weekend breaks and festival visits, so advance booking is wise for busy periods such as Carnival and Jazz Fest.