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A reception area with a counter, computers, a sofa, and a coffee table.

1. Motel 6 New Orleans, LA - Near Downtown

Motel 6 New Orleans, LA - Near Downtown
2.0 star property
Desire Area
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"My stay was straight"
United States
Jamarcus
The price is ฿1,812
฿2,117 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Motel 6 New Orleans, LA - Near Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and a large landscape painting above the beds.

2. Days Inn by Wyndham New Orleans Pontchartrain

Days Inn by Wyndham New Orleans Pontchartrain
2.5 star property
Desire Area
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Beds was comfortable and room was big"
United States
Etta
The price is ฿1,948
฿2,273 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham New Orleans Pontchartrain
A brick building with a black door labeled "4950".

3. Royal Inn of New Orleans

Royal Inn of New Orleans
2.0 star property
Desire Area
6.2 out of 10, (82 reviews)
"staff very friendly and responsive, brought us an extra blanket and pillow, quite promptly. Quiet, secure, close to downtown. "
United States
Steve
The price is ฿3,008
฿3,492 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Royal Inn of New Orleans
A spacious lounge area with a central bar, large windows, and a high ceiling.

4. The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans
4.5 star property
French Quarter, 5.7 km from Desire Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,122 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Camille
The price is ฿5,649
฿7,850 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Westin New Orleans
A hotel room with a patterned floor, a bed with white linens, a bench, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center

Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center
3.5 star property
Arts/Warehouse District, 6.8 km from Desire Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,284 reviews)
"It was perfect for stay over for cruise"
United States
shaquna
The price is ฿2,968
฿3,521 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center
A bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

6. Hyatt Place New Orleans Convention Center

Hyatt Place New Orleans Convention Center
3.0 star property
Arts/Warehouse District, 6.5 km from Desire Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,188 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Brittany
The price is ฿3,155
฿3,740 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hyatt Place New Orleans Convention Center
A high-rise Marriott hotel with a view of the cityscape and river at sunset.

7. New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott
4.0 star property
French Quarter, 5.8 km from Desire Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,977 reviews)
"The food was great staff was very friendly and helpful"
United States
Sandra
The price is ฿4,616
฿6,670 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
New Orleans Marriott
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by brick walls and greenery.

8. Best Western Plus French Quarter Courtyard Hotel

Best Western Plus French Quarter Courtyard Hotel
2.5 star property
French Quarter, 4.8 km from Desire Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,255 reviews)
"The location is great"
United States
Diana
The price is ฿3,274
฿3,799 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Best Western Plus French Quarter Courtyard Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, a parking lot, and a prominent building with a red facade.

9. Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans

Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
4.0 star property
Arts/Warehouse District, 6.2 km from Desire Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,215 reviews)
"Always awesome staying at this location."
United States
Craig
The price is ฿3,999
฿4,732 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
A modern hotel room with a round dining table, bar area, and large windows offering a city view.

10. Hilton New Orleans Riverside

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
4.0 star property
Arts/Warehouse District, 6 km from Desire Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,415 reviews)
"Recommended stay"
United States
Brandon
The price is ฿3,767
฿5,790 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
A bar area with ornate mirrors, a central bar counter, and bar stools with animal designs.

11. Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
4.0 star property
French Quarter, 5.6 km from Desire Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,752 reviews)
"Great hospitality, clean, good location and a historic structure!"
United States
Wayne
The price is ฿7,568
฿8,959 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
A row of wicker lounge chairs with green umbrellas, a pool, and a building with balconies in the background.

12. Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4.0 star property
French Quarter, 5 km from Desire Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,190 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Chris
The price is ฿4,771
฿6,615 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a bar in the background.

13. ONE11 Hotel

ONE11 Hotel
4.0 star property
French Quarter, 5.6 km from Desire Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,428 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
United States
Amber
The price is ฿4,616
฿6,685 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
ONE11 Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a covered entrance area, and a well-lit lobby.

14. Hyatt House New Orleans/Downtown

Hyatt House New Orleans/Downtown
3.5 star property
New Orleans Central Business District, 6.4 km from Desire Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,388 reviews)
"Nice place to stay 👌"
United States
Kevin
The price is ฿4,317
฿5,106 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hyatt House New Orleans/Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, blue lounge chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

15. Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4.0 star property
French Quarter, 5.7 km from Desire Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (5,401 reviews)
"Great stay. Nice room, friendly staff, very good location."
United States
Ben
The price is ฿2,893
฿4,442 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
A lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

16. Loews New Orleans Hotel

Loews New Orleans Hotel
4.0 star property
Arts/Warehouse District, 6.1 km from Desire Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,789 reviews)
"This is a wonderful hotel. Would stay here again."
United States
Michael
The price is ฿3,905
฿5,779 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Loews New Orleans Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings with a dome and a clock tower.

17. The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
4.5 star property
French Quarter, 5.5 km from Desire Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,576 reviews)
"Great stay!!!"
United States
will
The price is ฿4,616
฿6,460 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
An indoor courtyard with brick walls, white wicker furniture, and a central fountain.

18. Hotel Provincial

Hotel Provincial
3.0 star property
French Quarter, 4.7 km from Desire Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,460 reviews)
"The place was clean and comfortable. Staff was great! Would stay again!"
United States
Ashley
The price is ฿3,837
฿4,542 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hotel Provincial

19. Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter

Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter
3.5 star property
French Quarter, 5.2 km from Desire Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,790 reviews)
"The location was very good."
United States
Renee
The price is ฿3,900
฿4,615 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter
A modern bar area with seating, a counter, and a kitchen in the background.

20. Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center

Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
3.5 star property
Arts/Warehouse District, 6.7 km from Desire Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,228 reviews)
"I loved it the whole stay"
United States
Melanie
The price is ฿2,587
฿3,073 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
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Where to stay in Desire Area

Find the best Desire Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a red facade and ornate balcony railings.

French Quarter

One of New Orleans’ oldest neighborhoods is popular for an ecclectic blend of romantic history, stunning architecture, jazz and black arts.

A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".

New Orleans Central Business District

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.

The entrance to the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, featuring a large metal sculpture and the museum's signage.

Arts/Warehouse District

Get to the heart of modern New Orleans and explore renovated warehouses and modern galleries in this chic district.

A large, historic building with a red-tiled roof and white columns, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved walkway.

Garden District

This historic area was named to remember the plantation lands upon which the city was built.

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Lower Garden District

Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum.

Top Desire Area Hotel Reviews

The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

8/10 Good
"Our stay was great. The hotel is centrally located. Very pleasant stay"
Caryann 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Westin New Orleans

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Desire Area?
Travellers to New Orleans's Desire Area neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Desire Area?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Days Inn by Wyndham New Orleans Pontchartrain is the highest ranked property in Desire Area. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other favourite options in the area include Motel 6 New Orleans, LA - Near Downtown and Royal Inn of New Orleans.
How many hotels are there in Desire Area?
Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Desire Area and start exploring everything New Orleans has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Desire Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Desire Area.
What are the top things to see and do in Desire Area?
A few places to visit in the area around Desire Area include Musicians' Village, St Roch Cemetery & Chapel and Frenchmen Street. While you're out sightseeing in New Orleans, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Shadowbox Theatre or Porché West Gallery.