Antebellum Guest House

I couldn’t speak highly enough of this incredible establishment. My wife and I have both been to New Orleans once before and the experience of staying in a Hotel pales in comparison to being hosted by the Antebellum Guest House.
The proprietors Keith and Art love what they do, and it shows. They keep a beautifully appointed home that makes you feel like you’re stepping into a time capsule from the 1830’s. The guest rooms and common areas are filled with restored antiques, art, and vintage curiosities.
As for our guest room, The Rococo Room, the photos that I saw online could not do it justice. It’s a high ceilinged chamber with a grand bed that has a crown that stretches up high above it. It’s quite impressive looking and rather comfortable. There is a small restroom area with a toilet and shower, as well as a large sink/​makeup area out in the main room, partially concealed by a stylish room divider. There is a small television in the room, but we had our computers, and we didn’t have much down time to watch it anyway.
The hot breakfasts are prepared and served by Keith, who welcomes you at a pre-​arranged time in the main dining room. The meals he prepared during our stay were inspired (historic) 3-​course creations, consisting of a fruit course, a pastry course, and a main entrée. He does take dietary restrictions into consideration and adjusts the recipes where possible, so you should let him know if you have specific needs. Overall, he aims to create a historic experience with specific regional dishes from New Orleans’ flavorful past. The meals are incredibly crafted, both beautiful and delightful to the palette.
While we were dining, Keith explained to us the history of the home and the local area. There are some incredible stories that he has to share, but I would rather not give them away here, you will have to stay there to find out! In addition, he is very knowledgeable about the local attractions and tours, and is able to offer some excellent suggestions to make your visit more enjoyable. One particular decision where he offered us helpful advice was in deciding which plantation we should visit. He was very familiar with several of the properties, and was able to figure out which would be best suited for us, based on what we were looking to see.
The location, which is several blocks away from the French Quarter, felt safe, and far enough away from the hustle and bustle for our tastes. It was a brisk walk or a very short cab ride to the Quarter, and easy access to the freeway and main avenues.
Couple the impeccable service and attention, with the flavor and flair of this home, and you will understand why we believe that staying at Antebellum is a far better option than a hotel. We already have begun to recommend staying here to our family and friends, and will certainly be coming back in the future. In our opinion, staying at this establishment is the best possible way to immerse yourself in a true New Orleans experience!

Rooms we’re clean and period perfect. Breakfast was «out of this world!» Keith was the perfect host preparing period breakfasts from old family recipes. The antiques were splendid and the home is In a great location, convenient to the French Quarter.