Sharing some of the best New Orleans Airbnbs today!
From Canal Street, Bourbon Street, and the Irish Channel, New Orleans has it covered when it comes to an iconic and vibrant destination.
This Louisiana city is also famous for Mardi Gras and FOOD! So much good food.
With so much heritage and history to discover, the best way to spend time in New Orleans is to stay in one of its historic buildings. That way, you get to feel the atmosphere of the past twinned with modern luxury.
If that sounds good to you, then take a look at my list of choices for the best Airbnbs in New Orleans. You’ll be bound to find something you like.
The Best New Orleans Airbnbs
This historic Airbnb is a 100-year old renovated shotgun home filled with rustic charm and contemporary polish.
With the French Quarter within easy walking distance of here, this apartment is ideal for a couple who want to be where all the action is in Downtown New Orleans, but still stay somewhere relaxing.
One of my favorite things about this one-bedroom property is its courtyard, making it feel like a home away from home. The guest reviews are amazing and the host is super friendly too, which always makes a difference.
Up to 2 guests // 1 bedrooms // 1 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $95 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
This Victorian-era shotgun home comes equipped with all the historical features you'd expect—parlor doors, high ceilings, multiple fireplaces, wood-paneled walls, and huge windows.
It's beautiful, but it's not like staying in a museum. It's been amazingly renovated, so it feels like you're staying somewhere super high-end, and with a whole lot of character.
Staying here means sitting on the front porch watching the world go by, or hanging out in your very own backyard. It also means being just a short walk from the French Quarter—minus the noise and crowds!
Also, you could bring a whole gang of people; there's enough room in this guest house for a family or group of friends to stay.
Up to 6 guests // 3 bedrooms // 4 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $174 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Stylish and sleek with a location right near the French Quarter, this hip loft space is a fusion of modern minimal and vintage furnishings.
Think high ceilings, large windows, and Insta-worthy houseplants dotted around the place. I'm into it!
While there may not be a rooftop pool here, there IS a rooftop patio, which is perfect after a day exploring the city.
Added bonus: you get access to a gym!
Up to 2 guests // 1 bedrooms // 1 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $95 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Historic 1830s house anyone?
Um, YES! Sign me up right now!
This New Orleans Airbnb is a beautiful place to stay. It's been lovingly renovated to keep it up to date, with clean modern touches alongside its historic features. But on the outside, this is a classic New Orleans building.
There's a blissful courtyard to relax in here, too.
Up to 4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 baths. Prices from $274 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
This is one of my favorite vacation rentals in New Orleans! Especially if you're in town for the Mardi Gras.
It's an entire apartment located in a historic 1820s mansion, which is cool enough.
But this place is all about that balcony—and the location.
Set on Bourbon Street, you'll be right in the middle of all the action staying here, with a prime view of the French Quarter from the balcony.
Inside, there are marble countertops, exposed brickwork, and wooden floors for that extra-luxe feel.
Up to 6 guests // 1 bedrooms // 2 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $256 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Cute, colorful, beautifully decorated, this 1856 Creole cottage has got to be one of the most charming Airbnbs New Orleans has to offer.
Located on a corner in a laid-back neighborhood near coffee shops and live music venues, staying here also means being just a short drive from Magazine Street, among other hotspots.
It's the perfect location for a more chilled stay in the city, away from Bourbon Street and its partying.
Up to 4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 4 beds // 2 baths. Prices from $175 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
With City Park on the doorstep, as well as the French Quarter, this top Airbnb in New Orleans has a great location.
It's got a super reasonable price per night (especially if you've got all eight available guests staying here), which is handy if you're on a budget.
There's a charming courtyard, there are high ceilings with whitewashed walls and houseplants, and plenty of natural light to boot. It's a cool spot.
Up to 8 guests // 3 bedrooms // 4 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $118 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Set in the Lower Garden District, just one block from Magazine Street, this hip apartment first of all has a pretty awesome location.
Second of all, it's historic and super stylishly decorated.
You should totally go ahead and book this place if you want to stay somewhere that has modern feels mixed with original features.
It's got a cool living room with plush furnishings (chandelier included!). But the best thing about this place is its outdoor pool. Hands down.
Up to 8 guests // 3 bedrooms // 4 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $118 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Ok, so New Orleans might just have some of my favorite Airbnbs in the United States, I think! The history, the decor, the amazing locations—not to mention the prices—all add up to a great way to experience the city.
While you’re in Louisiana, I would recommend going on some Louisiana Road Trips. There are definitely a lot of great places to check out in the Pelican State!
Tag me in your Insta stories and pics when you travel to New Orleans and show me what awesome place you end up staying in! Also, don’t forget to go on some of the most fun New Orleans Tours!
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FAQs
It is recommended to spend at least 3 days in New Orleans to really explore the city.
The best months to travel to New Orleans is from February to May when the weather will be at its best.
Overall, New Orleans is not a very expensive place to visit. There are a lot of fun and low cost activities to do around the city!
Elise Armitage is an entrepreneur and founder of What The Fab, a travel + lifestyle blog based in California. At the beginning of 2019, Elise left her corporate job at Google to chase her dreams: being an entrepreneur and helping women find fabulous in the everyday. Since then, she’s launched her SEO course Six-Figure SEO, where she teaches bloggers how to create a passive revenue stream from their website using SEO. Featured in publications like Forbes, Elle, HerMoney, and Real Simple, Elise is a firm believer that you can be of both substance and style.