French Market Inn

3.0 star property
Historic hotel near Bourbon Street

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Courtyard
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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509 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA, 70130
  • Place, Jackson Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bourbon Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mardi Gras
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(174 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(137 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Interior Room, No Windows)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(175 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Petite)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(158 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

New Orleans

Heart of New Orleans.At this French Quarter hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Bourbon Street and Mississippi River, both within a 5-minute walk. Canal Street and Caesars New Orleans Casino are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jackson Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bourbon Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mardi Gras - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Bienville Station - 4 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 11 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crescent City Brewhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Beignet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Napoleon House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Maspero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tujague's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

French Market Inn

Historic hotel near Bourbon Street
As a guest of French Market Inn, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The historic French Market Inn also features a picnic area, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this New Orleans hotel.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1832
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
French Market Inn offers 120 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This New Orleans hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 52.10 per day)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 52.10 per day (30 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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French Market Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2191 out of 2650 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 2650 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 2650 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 2650 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 2650 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Very safe area, so easy to walk to anything and friendly staff! Would def go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Prairieville

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rose Ellen, Ocean Springs

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to Sephora Jax Brewery shops Short walk to Jackson Square
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying there when we come to the city. Parking is available close by, which is so convenient. We love to park and walk to anything we plan to do, so this is the perfect place. Restaurants are nearby, the area is quiet but not abandoned or scary, so we always feel safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent & charming hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay in New Orleans

Hotel was perfectly situated for a French Quarter stay. Far enough to be away from the noise and bustle of Bourbon Street while easy to walk to everything. Staff was absolutely fantastic, had a small issue and they resolved it before we could even ask. Amazing stay, thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great and the room was lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a hidden Jem ! the property has old world charm central to the French quarter. excellent room, staff very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Good service well kept
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in center of french quarter. Amazing experience and friendly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katavia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donovan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so kinda and accommodating! Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothée

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, central place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was excellent and the hotel is gorgeous! Very clean and well kept!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the motel ooses old world charm with modern conveniences. in the heart of the entertainment precinct however rooms were very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Magaly

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

augie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just like the previous reviews. Had a great time there and my friends said I picked a home run
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025