Henry Howard Hotel
Historic Southern charm meets New York-polished boutique sensibility. Think antique armoires, custom iron beds, musical instruments mounted on walls, and Haint blue porch ceilings. Feels more like a well-heeled friend's townhouse than a hotel.
Book the King Balcony room if you're visiting during Mardi Gras — the walk-out balcony sits directly on the St. Charles parade route
Why It Matters
One of the few genuine adaptive-reuse boutique hotels in New Orleans that sits outside the French Quarter circus. Named a Top New Hotel in North America by Tablet Hotels in 2018 and has appeared in the New York Times, Condé Nast Traveler, Vogue, GQ, and AFAR. The building itself was designed by the 19th-century architect Henry Howard, a prolific figure in New Orleans architectural history.
Built in 1867 by the architect whose name it now carries, the Henry Howard Hotel is an 18-room boutique tucked into the Lower Garden District's Prytania Street. The Greek Revival double-gallery townhouse got a full overhaul at the hands of a pair of New York hotel developers, pairing original crown molding, red-pine floors, and 12-foot ceilings with custom beds, vintage furniture, and local art. No pool, no spa, no restaurant — but The Parlor, which doubles as a lobby bar, makes a strong case for staying in.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Double Queen
Sleeps four in two custom iron Queen beds with ultra-comfortable linens and antique armoires. Described as among the more generous rooms in the building. A good option for families or two couples traveling together.
Two Queens
Edward Conery Suite
The whole third floor is yours. A private suite comprising two European-style rooms (one Queen, one King) sharing a full bath in a connecting hallway, plus a third room with an open floor plan, its own Queen bed, en-suite bathroom, and a spacious lounge area. Sleeps up to six. Requires a call to the front desk to check availability — it's not bookable online.
King Balcony
The showpiece room. Sculptural custom King bed dressed in luxurious linens, a relaxing seating area with custom antique furnishings, and 12-foot floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto a walk-out balcony overlooking Prytania Street. The balcony sits half a block from St. Charles — prime territory for parade-watching.
KingKing Orleans
Relaxed and well-styled with a sculptural custom King bed, luxe linens, and a seating area. Interior feel is all Lower Garden District elegance — vintage furniture, local artwork, and the hotel's signature music-influenced decor touches.
King
North Millie Rooms
Three individual guest rooms sharing a common secured hallway. Includes two Queen Efficiency rooms and one King Orleans room. Each room is individually secured. Best suited for groups traveling together who want connected but private spaces.
Queen Efficiency
The most budget-friendly option in the building. Smaller square footage than the Orleans-category rooms, but the same custom Queen bed and quality linens. A smart pick if you plan to spend most of your time out in the city and just need a great place to sleep.
QueenQueen Orleans
All exterior-facing rooms in this category. Custom four-poster Queen bed with luxurious linens. Floor plans vary across the 18-room building — some have more generous layouts than others — but all share the same quality bedding and design approach.
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Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The front desk staff doubles as bartenders in The Parlor each evening, mixing handcrafted New Orleans classics. The Sazerac has drawn specific praise from multiple guests. Wine and beer also available.
The hotel sells its own curated self-guided walking tour of the Garden District for $18, giving guests a structured way to explore the neighborhood's historic mansions and streetscapes on their own schedule.
The balcony patio sits half a block from St. Charles Avenue, the main parade route. During Mardi Gras season, it's one of the more coveted spots in the city for watching parades roll by without the French Quarter crowds.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site elevator serving all three floors.
Front-of-house common room with 12-foot ceilings, original crown molding, and red-pine flooring. More like a fancy living room than a lobby. Serves as the hotel bar in the evenings. Rentable for private parties.
Free high-speed WiFi throughout the property for all guests.
No on-site gym. However, the hotel has arranged discounted day passes to a local boutique gym — ask at the front desk.
Pastries, coffee, and juice served every morning in The Parlor. Fresh cookies in the evening as well. Free for all guests.
Complimentary luggage storage available for early arrivals and late departures.
Front desk staffed around the clock. Staff can assist with tour bookings, restaurant recommendations, and streetcar directions.
Plush bespoke robes provided in all rooms.
All rooms stocked with Beekman 1802 Fresh Air products. Paraben-free, no mineral oil, no paraffin, no banned phthalates.
Flat-screen TVs with premium/satellite channel packages in all rooms.
Upper-level balcony patio positioned half a block from St. Charles Avenue. The go-to spot during Mardi Gras parade season. Outfitted with black and white décor and string fairy lights.
Private courtyard at the back of the hotel offering a quiet oasis away from the street. Small furnished seating areas tucked throughout the property.
Classic columned veranda with Haint blue ceilings and plenty of seating. A favorite spot for morning coffee or evening cocktails. Traditional New Orleans-style gallery porch.
100% street parking only. No private lot on property. Free street parking available on Prytania Street and surrounding blocks, but competitive during Mardi Gras and festival weekends.
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