HOTEL VILLA CONVENTO, New Orleans – Your ideal downtown stay

Hotel Villa Convento - Budget family-run guesthouse near French Market

This three-story brick Creole townhouse was built circa 1833 and is rumored to be the legendary House of the Rising Sun. Located on a quiet street in the French Quarter, it is a block from the Mississippi River and the outdoor French Market. The property offers free Wi-Fi, a guest computer in the lobby, and a collection of books. The front desk is staffed by family and long-time associates. Complimentary coffee and tea are served in the lobby throughout the day. Jimmy Buffet was a former tenant.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary offsite parking for 10 vehicles (first-come, first-served)

Free street parking nearby and a paid city lot within a 5-minute walk

A charming outdoor courtyard with patio furniture and lush greenery

Located next to the historic Ursulines Convent

A 5-minute walk from Cafe Du Monde and Bourbon Street

4 blocks from Frenchmen Street live music scene

Accommodation Options

Suites on the fourth floor offer a king-size bed, separate sitting room with daybed, and views of the Mississippi River and Vieux Carre rooftops. Balcony rooms overlook Ursulines Street with views of carriages and ships. Loft rooms on the third floor feature split-level layouts with a king-size bed on the lower level and three twin beds in a loft area. Courtyard Queen rooms provide views of the courtyard. Multi-bed rooms offer Queen and Twin beds or Queen and Full bed configurations for families.

Other conveniences

All rooms include air conditioning and heating

Mini refrigerator in every room

Full private bathrooms with hairdryers

Cable/smart TV and alarm clocks

Iron and ironing board

Free Wi-Fi access

Windows for natural light