St. Louis

Right in the heart of the Quarter, the St. Louis is a small hotel that surrounds a lush courtyard with a fountain (wedding crashers note: many are held here). But it's somewhat disappointingly dull for what ought to be a charming boutique hotel. A few third-floor rooms have private balconies overlooking Bienville Street, and all open onto the central courtyard. The exterior is looking a little battered, but the standard quality of the rooms is justifiable if you get in at the low end of its rate card -- and we're told room renovations were on tap for 2011. King rooms are smaller than doubles, and there are far more of the latter (leaving queen-sizes for the single rooms). An additional wing with pricey units featuring parlors and kitchenettes has been added. The otherwise uninteresting bathrooms do have bidets. If the price holds, it's a great deal, especially considering the location.

Facilities:
Restaurant; concierge; pool use at nearby sister hotel

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