Desire Area Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit Desire Area
Things to do
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Top hotels in Desire Area
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"Very accommodated, great hospitality, nice hotel. Enjoyed chasing the ghost."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
"I do not want to post a review."
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026
Hotel Mazarin
"The Mazarin Hotel has the old charm and vibe of New Orleans and is conveniently located in the French Quarter. Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful and went out of their way to make our stay very welcoming and enjoyable."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans
"Room was clean and the front desk personnel were very helpful in getting us checked in early since we arrived by train early. Grateful for that."
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"We loved our stay, rooms were clean and spacious and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Definitely would recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Where to stay in Desire Area
- French Quarter
- New Orleans Central Business District
- Arts/Warehouse District
- Garden District
- Lower Garden District
French Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.
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 Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
Arts/Warehouse District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like National World War II Museum and Confederate Memorial Hall Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.
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.
