New Orleans East Area Travel Guide

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bridge over the Mississippi river
bridge over the Mississippi river
The Cajun Encounters tour took me to the Honey Island Swamp where I saw my first up-close, wild alligator. Not just one, but a whole bunch! Not to mention the turtles and local birds that are a lot different from the birds I'm used to in the north. 

Our tour guide, Bishop, was fantastic. He was funny, personal, and knew his stuff. He also managed to attract not just gators but wild pigs as well. 

If I go back to New Orleans--no--WHEN I go back, I fully intend on going on this tour again.
New Orleans East Area
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Top hotels in New Orleans East Area

City Express by Marriott New Orleans 1-10

City Express by Marriott New Orleans 1-10

3 out of 5
10100 I-10 Service Road New Orleans LA
The price is ฿2,299 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿2,299
฿2,675 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (128 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

City Express by Marriott New Orleans 1-10
Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans

Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans

2 out of 5
6322 Chef Menteur Hwy New Orleans LA
The price is ฿2,020 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿2,020
฿2,404 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
The rooms need to be painted and tubs replaced. Cleaning could be improved. Safe place to stay. Bed was comfy

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
The price is ฿2,981 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,981
฿4,477 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,077 reviews)
The door might as well have not been there because you could hear everything in the hall. The rest of the room was fine.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is ฿4,334 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿4,334
฿6,037 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,042 reviews)
Our room was clean, comfortable and quiet. The staff were all friendly and courteous. We had a lovely stay.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

4 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon New Orleans LA
The price is ฿3,008 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿3,008
฿4,503 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,486 reviews)
No room service kiosk was broken no water

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

4 out of 5
214 Royal Street New Orleans LA
The price is ฿6,184 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿6,184
฿7,328 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,192 reviews)
Amazing staff! The service is just above and beyond the moment you step out of the car. Sweetest Bellhops and Valet.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
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Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans East Area

New Orleans, LA. USA. December 2019. View of the famous bridge that gives entry to Crescent Park, a beautiful and scenic park in the Marigny / Bywater area outside the French Quarter.

Bywater

Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.

Bywater
Frenchmen Street featuring street scenes and night scenes

Faubourg Marigny

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.

Faubourg Marigny
Saint Augustine Church which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset

Tremé

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.

Tremé
French Quarter featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

French Quarter

4.5/5(151 area reviews)

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.

French Quarter
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Algiers

3/5(1 area review)

River views, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Algiers. Make a stop by Mississippi River or Algiers Ferry Terminal while you're exploring.

Algiers
A tour of St. Louise cemetery is a must , while in New Orleans.

Mid-City District

If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Mid-City District


New Orleans East Area Travel Guide