Sully Mansion Bed & Breakfast

Awsome place to stay! Felt like I was at home for the one night we stayed. Great location near Magazine Street for all your shopping. Owners are very accommodating to your needs and are very helpful with any plans you may have or may be interested in. And we can’t forget about Gracie their dog, so sweet and so well behaved. Great place to stay — Home away from home!

Sully Satisfies
We were on a long road-​trip and we weren’t making plans too far ahead. We just needed to spend one night in New Orleans and we preferred it to be in the Garden or Uptown Districts and we prefer B&Bs.
The folks at the Sully Mansion (as do a lot of B&Bs) typically require a 2-​day minimum, especially on weekends. But they were willing to make an exception for us.
The home is in a great location in the middle of the Garden District, just a block from the St Charles Streetcar. It is a beautiful 1890 mansion house with a bit of funky flavor and a lot of artwork by New Orleans artists.
The rooms are thoughtfully outfitted and everything was quite comfortable. In the morning we had a delicious cooked breakfast with several items. We had a very nice conversation with the owners.
We would happily return to the Sully Mansion.

A place for people who don’t know better. Owners pretend to be native to the area and posses insight into all things New Orleans but they’re from New York and a good guide book would provide more info.
Sent us to a lunch only restaurant for dinner (it was obviously closed) and were both awkward and unfriendly throughout our stay. Wouldn’t provide any breakfast/​brunch suggestion because they «make the best in town» but it was not much more than toast and a single mediocre hot breakfast entrée.
They also act like their dog Gracie is some big perk to staying here. Maybe if you’re a dog person that impresses you, but I don’t need to be told each day how much I should appreciate being able to pat their dog.
Wish we’d paid more attention to the other reviews before deciding to stay here.

The only reason I’m giving this place 2 stars is because it’s in a good location (easy walking distance to Magazine St) and the rooms are nice.
I work in client service for a living and find their behavior appalling. My idea of a B&B (or hotel) is that the owners are the hosts and should be welcoming, warm, and eager to help. They acted like guests were an inconvenience and disruptive to their day and their space.
Specific examples: a guest asked for coffee and he said «I guess I could make more if we’re running out. It’s hard to figure out how much to make this late into the breakfast service.» It was 9am with breakfast being served from 8 – 10. They started clearing breakfast at 9:30 even though people were still coming down. We asked for some dinner recommendations since we haven’t stayed in the Garden District before and they said «I mean, there’s a list in the book. You can read it.» They had a coffee bar upstairs on the landing, which was annoying because you had to doctor your coffee and then try to walk it downstairs without spilling. Nancy openly scolded my mother in law for wearing pants she felt were inappropriate for hot weather. So bizarre.
The breakfast is boring. The same cereal, bread, bagels, and yogurt every day. Calling it a «cereal bar» doesn’t make it any more exciting. One hot entrée choice each day that was ok. Even switching from bagels to croissants or to a different type of bread would have been a nice change. I ate the same thing for four days.
We asked them ahead of time of we could bring a baby because they don’t usually allow kids younger than 10 years old. Our family booked half the B&B so they said it was okay because the only people near us would be family. But then they made us incredibly uncomfortable to the point that I told the baby they hated her. Seriously, just say no and don’t book our reservation.
They aren’t from New Orleans and give guests bad advice. My husband and I have been coming to the area for a decade and found the advice really weird. They told our family that the Sunday of Jazz Fest would be busier than the Saturday.
I would never stay there again.

I’m going to have to agree with Robert’s review of the Sully Mansion. I can’t speak on the previous reviews, but based on my stay this past weekend, my experience was quite the opposite. Upon check-​in, my girlfriend and I received a warm welcome from Guy. He was very kind, informative and professional. He gave some insight on the history of the mansion and even showed us around. Once we arrived to our room, which was clean and beautiful throughout, he gave us a map of the area and explained to us the hot spots, the sites to see, transportation options and even advice on how to tour the French Quarter. Although we were first timers to New Orleans, and had numerous questions to ask, he remained patient and attentive the entire time. I can’t stress this enough, my girlfriend and I felt welcomed and comfortable the entire time we were in the mansion. Nancy, whom we met the following morning during breakfast, was very kind and informative as well. She chatted at length with us, as well as with another couple at the table and always had a smile on her face with an upbeat manner. The items served at breakfast exceeded our expectations, with a variety to choose from, all of which were delicious and seemed to be health conscious as well. So bottom line: my girlfriend and I truly enjoyed our stay and will without hesitation return to Sully Mansion the next time we travel to New Orleans. Oh, I must not forget the honorable mention of Gracie, their dog. She was very sweet and always sought a little affection from us whenever we were downstairs. Such a good dog, it was hard not to pet her every time we saw her!

I’m writing this review to defend Guy and Nancy a little bit, not that they need it.
I’ve read below that some fellow Unilocalers have rated Sully Mansion poorly primarily because they found the owners to be somewhat rude and off-​putting. While I obviously don’t know what happened during their stays, I will say that my wife and I have stayed at Sully Mansion twice now and had a wonderful time both times. Nancy and Guy might come across as cold to some people, but they are a friendly and caring owners who will cater to their guests’ needs and offer friendly suggestions as well. For instance: 1) Guy was quick to help me with the lock on my door when I had a «brain freeze» and couldn’t figure it out; 2) when we needed a cab, Nancy suggested I go around the corner and find one near Commander’s Palace. Some might think that was rude, but it was actually good advice: you can walk to CP in literally under a minute and there were multiple empty cabs just sitting there.
All other aspects of Sully Mansion are top-​notch, be it location, beauty (both inside and outside the mansion), cleanliness, food and service. We also love Gracie the dog :).
I’m sorry some others had a bad experience, but we would gladly stay a third time.

At breakfast on our first day, nearly all of the guests were repeat visitors. I think this says something remarkable about the quality and generosity of Nancy and Guy, and the warmth of their home.
I stayed with my sister (we’re both in our early twenties), and we had a blast! Sully Mansion is in a perfect location, very safe and quiet, and ideal for long morning walks. We were within just a few streetcar stops of the Quarter, and only a few short blocks from Magazine Street. We had literally the best four days in New Orleans.
I don’t know where the negative reviews are coming from, but I never caught of whiff of anything but exceptional hospitality. The breakfast was great, the rooms well-​appointed, and the home gorgeous (not to mention how wonderful Gracie is).
Nancy and Guy are friendly and slightly reserved, which may be what others are interpreting as rudeness? It’s not — I had an engaging, extensive conversation with Nancy and she went out of her way to prepare take-​away breakfasts for us on the day we left.
Just a reminder: you are a guest in their home. Imagine that you’re staying with a distant aunt or cousin and I think you’ll probably be fine with Nancy and Guy. It’s a personal, unique experience but if you don’t want to eat at a breakfast table with strangers and then get a hotel. There are plenty in the city.

The family and I had an amazing experience staying at the Sully Mansion. Nancy, Guy, and Gracie were more than accommodating and welcomed us with open arms. Wonderful breakfast every morning, very clean, plenty of space for the family to gsther, great neighborhood, walking distance to magazine street and close to the trolley. I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay!

If you have options, don’t stay here.
Just got home from my weekend at the Sully. We are locals, but stayed here two nights as apart of the bridal party for a wedding and it definitely served our purpose, the gorgeous mansion. I think had we read the reviews beforehand, we would have taken our business (and tons of money spent) elsewhere.
I don’t need to go into a big explanation about my experience, because I think everyone on here has said it correctly. Whether you are from New Orleans or not, being in the city you expect warm & gracious southern hospitality. Not here.
Overpriced. Rude, overbearing, & unwelcoming owners. Gracie gets the star here.

What a relief reading these reviews I only wish I had read them before I booked 3 rooms and paid all that money. I am a very outgoing and pleasant person and when We came to the B&B we were running late because of weather, The owner Nancy called and asked when we were going to be there. I explained that we’re running late because the freeways were closed due to the weather very unusual situation when we finally did get there, She was very cold and impersonal., I assume she was angry because of our late arrival and perhaps being inconvenienced. We were shown the rooms we rented which were very nice and the mansion seemed clean and pleasant atmosphere. The location was wonderful a few blocks to St. Charles and the street cars and just around the corner from Commanders Palace where we could pick up taxis at night. The breakfasts were fine… not great but not bad… The husband Guy was in the dining room kind of glaring. certainly not friendly, Nancy was really outgoing and friendly to a couple that was there. Our group conversation was about why they didn’t like us and our friends who were a gay couple thought maybe they did not like Gays. When we checked out I gave her 2 keys and she asked me for the other keys, I told her all I had were 2 she Aggressively insisted that I had the other keys until her husband overheard and said he’d gotten the other key. Nancy started to act friendly after that and I got a glimpse of a dual
would I recommend The Sully Mansion B&B? Nooooo

My mother (mid 60s) and I (40) stayed here for a long weekend. The location is terrific, and we found the owners very helpful, though I can also understand how they could come across as standoffish. Nancy helped put my mom at ease about getting set for our flight back, and pointed us to some shops and restaurants we really enjoyed. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious, and hot coffee outside the room in the morning was very welcome. It was the right balance for me– I often feel like I’m intruding when I stay in b&b’s, but this worked well for me.
The dog, Gracie, gets her own star. She loves people, and if you love dogs she will be your best friend.

I got married in New Orleans last week, and my entire family took over Sully Mansion. It was a dream come true to be under one giant doll house roof with all the people I love. We were met by the sweetest pup Gracie, and each room had it’s very own distinct character. The grounds and house are impeccable, and every detail is done with care and taste. Gui and Nancy were very accommodating and sweet. They tended to us, and it felt like we made new friends over the three days. Nancy is a killer cook and does breakfast every morning (we got crawfish and eggs, waffles and bacon, tarts).
Upon check-​out, my credit card got locked because I didn’t tell my bank I was traveling. I was about to use my other one (without the points), and Gui really encouraged me to just sit on the phone with the bank until they cleared it. Super patience, super caring.
If you are staying in the Garden District, consider Sully Mansion for a sexy, quirky time.

Had the luxury of staying at the Sully Mansion for a friends wedding. Immediately greeted by the owner aka Gracie! The owners were extremely attentive to my needs as well as the entire party. Gave lots of suggestions of places to eat and soak up the local lifestyle that Momma Nola has to offer. Every morning there was coffee and some amazing southern hospitality breakfast being served. The mansion is walking distance to one of my favorite cemeteries as well as Magazine Street. I have been to NOLA many many times and I really enjoyed my room so much. The ladies who help take care of the mansion are also very sweet and nice. Again I really enjoyed all the atmosphere offered here from the gardens, to my big beautiful room, to the owners going so out of their way for us and of course GRACIE! Totally coming back in April to stay here again. Oh and real close to St Charles.
I love New Orleans.

Stopped in to get information on staying. The owner was very rude and not at all accommodating. Needless to say we did not stay, so I can’t say how the rest of the experience would be, but after the welcoming we received I wouldn’t want to

Just stayed here for the weekend to celebrate my mother’s 60^th birthday. We were the only guests in the house (my family, which took up basically every available room). The mansion is beautiful.
But as many of the other reviews have said before me… the owners are not so great. Nancy, the innkeeper, is bossy and rude. It’s a shame because the inn is so beautiful but the owners really seem not to like people, which is perplexing since they’re in the service business and run a B&B in a city like New Orleans.
As beautiful as the place itself is, I would advise against staying here. Not worth the hassle if you’re trying to experience New Orleans and want to stay out late or have the freedom of doing whatever you please as you would while staying at a regular hotel.

I can’t believe some of the poor reviews I’ve read on Unilocal about this place; Guy, Nancy and Gracie were wonderful hosts and the Mansion itself is magnificent.
Gracie is a sweet, well behaved dog and added immensely to our experience. If you don’t like dogs, you probably shouldn’t stay here (and you probably need therapy).
We would definitely return to Sully Mansion!

Lots of reviews about this place mentioned the wonderful owners and their amazing food. Unfortunately for us, we visited the one weekend when they were out of town. The food was basic. It included eggs, sausage, yogurt and fruit. It was nothing amazing. No homemade baked goods or breakfast items as advertised.
The location, however, is amazing. This place is 2 blocks from Commander’s Palace, about 5 blocks from Magazine Street, and a fun walk to either the French Quarter or the Audubon Park.
We were in the Tchoupitoulas room. The bed needs some serious attention. The one we slept in was well used and needed to be replaced. Also, the pillows were a step above sheets of cardboard. Also, contrary to the website, no coffee was brought to our door.
Maybe this would have been a different experience if the owners were there. When they did arrive late the night before we left, the wife was very friendly. She even offered to prepare an early to-​go breakfast for us for the next day. When we went to drop off the keys and pick up the breakfast, I ended up leaving it. There wasn’t anything in it that was appealing to me. Though that could have been because of the food that was available.

The owners are horrible.
And, you’re paying way too much for what you get. Location is pretty good. The ‘mansion’ is what you would expect in the district, but nothing special. You will pay top dollar for a «large» room that is actually tiny and cannot accommodate the number of people that they claim.
I am no local, but lived in New Orleans for 2 years. The owners of this place are from NY and know nothing about the area. They’re also rude and incompetent. INCOMPETENT. DISHONEST. Don’t trust their website.
If you have a chance to go to New Orleans, good stuff. Worst time is Mardi Gras, best time is Jazz Fest. And — without children, stay in the Quarter close to Royal if you’re young. With children, stay Uptown by Loyola and Tulane — close to St. Charles (where the trolley runs to downtown) and find another b and b — there are plenty — unfortunately, not many in NOLA or outside the SF bay treat Unilocal as the authority, so it’s hard to judge. I’m telling you though, this place sucks big time, sparing you the details.
Just don’t stay at this place.

The Sully Mansion in New Orleans’ Garden District has a lot to offer. It is conveniently located within a few blocks of the St. Charles street car — giving equal and easy access to both uptown and downtown. It’s a short ride to the French Quarter, an even shorter ride to Audubon Park and a short (and pleasant) stroll to the shops and restaurants on Magazine Street. The home itself is interesting — it even rates a place on the New Orleans city map — and the rooms are pleasant. Breakfast was bountiful, with hot and cold options, homemade pastries, and good coffee. A snack plate of cookies and brownies appears in the afternoon. There is even a broad veranda for lounging, with a blue ceiling to keep the bees away.
Staying at Sully Mansion gave us a feeling of the heart, and architecture, of New Orleans, something we would not have experienced in a commercial hotel.
B&B aficionados shouldn’t expect the warm fuzzies they receive from owners of other such establishments. The owners, who told us they bought the property after Katrina to embark on a second career as B&B owners, are efficient and competent, and take care of guests’ needs. But our experience was that efficiency, not warmth or a true «we love people» hospitality, largely informed their attitude toward guests. Whether this is their normal demeanor or something we (unknowingly) incited is the big question.
Prospective guests should also know that Sully Mansion offers lagniappe in the way of Gracie, a calm, well-​behaved dog the couple rescued. Gracie is given run of the property; great if you love animals, not so great if you’re allergic to them.

This place is an absolute gem. The location could not better in terms of atmosphere and proximity to the streetcar line and the beautiful Garden District. If you really want to feel like you are staying in historic New Orleans, stay here. There are a bunch of notable homes in the area including where Benjamin Button was filmed. The furnishings are antique but the rooms are very comfortable and pleasant. Breakfast is prepared by the owners and it’s great.
Nancy and her husband are excellent hosts; more than willing to provide any assistance you might need, but very laid back. I found them to be immensely welcoming and helpful. Their dog, Gracie, is a very sweet rescue dog who only adds to the charm.