Hotel de la Monnaie

Excellent Value

Because Hotel de la Monnaie is a "time-share" type hotel, I was a bit wary of wanting to stay here. I got it as a gift from a friend who owns one of the time-shares. What a surprise! The place is a gem, and for one who has stayed at over a dozen other N.O. hotels over the last 30 years, I and my friend were very impressed. We adventured around the back end of this hotel and discovered a thriving artist's community with many "secret" restaurants, bars and clubs with extraordinary talent and cuisine. Getting around was expedited by being just outside the Quarter and on Esplanade. With our car we were able to bolt out to wherever we wanted whenever we wanted. Definitely a keeper.

Unique Quality: Very recommended hotel for value, location and amenities. Located at the end of the Quarter's trolley, this hotel is ideally situated between the Quarter's attractions and the charming neighborhood arising to the East of Esplanade. It puts you in close proximity to N.O.'s true artistic soul and at distance from its gaudier tourist meanderings. At night, it is quiet and safe. With two internal courtyards, one with a serene fountain and the other with large palm trees, you feel like you have landed into a secret garden. The hotel staff is very professional and eager to accommodate your needs. With a parking garage located within the hotel that is free for its guests, it stands out from most other hotels that gouge you for parking. The rooms are well kept and maintained daily. The only odd thing was that they raised the bath tub up on an eight inch platform which made getting in and out somewhat difficult.