Review: Place d'Armes Hotel In New Orleans

Place d'Armes Hotel
625 St. Ann Street, New Orleans between Chartres and Royal

We paid $480 before taxes for four nights ($160/Friday; $169/Saturday; $67/Sunday; $84 Monday) for two queen beds and were in Room 506. Warning: car parking charge of $25/day could add up. Better to take a cab ($30+tip) or shuttle from the airport and walk around town.

Pros: Location is close to everything; inexpensive rate; quick check in/out and friendly staff; continental breakfast included.

Cons: No windows in this particular room; others had balconies overlooking quaint courtyard.

The beds were comfortable, linens clean, and a 21" TV with basic cable. There was a closet and iron/ironing board in the room. There was Ethernet access but I don't know if that service was free. There was no safe or mini-bar in the room although ice, cheap drinks and snacks were available in vending machines near the elevator.

The bedroom area was quite large. I have to say that staying in a room with no windows took some getting used to...it was good in the sense that it was quiet and no sunlight allowed us to sleep in; it was bad in that we didn't know the weather outside until we went down for breakfast. Breakfast was croissants, fruit filled danishes, OJ and coffee. Not a large spread but there was plenty.

The bathroom was basic with a single sink, toilet, and shower/tub. There was plenty of clean (medium thick) towels and hot water. Only the basics of shampoo, lotion, and soap were provided.

Location, Location, Location
• Centrally located within French Quarter
• 1 block to Jackson Square
• 1 block to St. Louis Cathedral
• 2 blocks to Cafe du Monde
• 2 blocks to Moonwalk
• 2 blocks to Bourbon St

The desk help and bell captain were always smiling and friendly. We're outgoing folks and always engaged them in some chat as we passed through the lobby.

This plaque hung on the outside of the hotel. It's long so I decided to post it rather than re-type it.


From what I observed, many of the guest had been here before so they have a nice repeat business. If you're looking for an inexpensive, clean place in the middle of the action, this is a great option. I would stay there again.

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