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
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Top hotels in Desire Area
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The Westin New Orleans
"House keeping was a little slow with cleaning the rooms. It could have been a busy weekend."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"I really enjoyed myself at the hotel. It was clean. The staff was very nice. I love the drinks. I would stay there again."
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
"I absolutely loved the vibe and atmosphere of the No. 77 Hotel! It has a really cool, unique feel and is in a great location. However, if you’re a light sleeper, I would definitely recommend requesting a room away from the first floor and the street. There was construction nearby, and I could hear ..."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
"Location was central to everything. Facility was very clean and the staff was absolutely wonderful. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who is planning to visit."
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"Highly recommended. Clean and staff was extremely kind"
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
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 Bourbon Street, 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 Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping Center 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 Magazine Street or Lafayette Cemetery 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.
