Vieux Carré – A Hotspot for Food and Jazz

Creole Menus, Piano Lounges and French Doughnuts

Pat O'Brien's Bar

World-famous food and music of the French Quarter has put New Orleans on the map. At Pat O’Brien’s, a staple of the Vieux Carré, it’s encouraged to enjoy both. This former speakeasy is now home to the famed Hurricane Bar, and is the meeting place for the Scandalous Cocktail Hour Tour. The Hurricane cocktail was created here in the 1940s, and visitors can’t leave without trying one or two…or three.

Enjoy the mellow atmosphere of the Courtyard Restaurant – and try anything on the menu. Order the New Orleans Trio, allowing you to choose between Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice, Jambalaya or Crawfish Etouffée – or snack on some Alligator Bites. Surround yourself in the ambience of the Piano Lounge, and lose yourself in the soft jazz piano for the rest of the evening. Take a little bit of New Orleans home with you by picking up a Pat O'Brien's Hurricane glass – or take it to your room at the Best Western hotel in the French Quarter. One thing to remember – and it’s actually been the motto at Pat’s since 1933 – have fun!

The Market Café

The best place to go for lunch in the French Quarter is The Market Café – an ideal stop for Cajun and Creole Cuisine. Nestled across from the Mississippi River neighboring the French Market, this café is a terrace setting often accompanied by a live jazz combo. Watch the people of the Vieux Carré walk past you as you enjoy Crawfish Etouffee, or the Muffaleeta – New Orleans’ spin on the ham and cheese sandwich. This little stop on Decatur Street has been around since 1982, serving up gumbo, jambalaya and catfish ever since. Order their famous Bloody Mary, and sit back while the band pumps out the sounds of the French Quarter. Top off your visit with homemade bread pudding with rum sauce – you’re now ready for a day in the Quarter.

Café du Monde

Running out of steam while trekking through the Vieux Carré? Try the Café du Monde – a famed coffee bar in the French Quarter ready to serve you 24 hours a day. Originating in 1862, this café is perfect for a quick pit stop, or a little sobering up after a night on Bourbon Street. Fill up on tasty Beignets – square, French doughnuts sprinkled with powdered sugar – or decide upon traditional New Orleans coffee flavors. Choose Chicory blended, or a dark roast, served black or Au Lait style – meaning half hot milk. You’ll also love the option of chocolate milk and orange juice, as well as soda and iced coffee. Start your day in the French Quarter right, following a comfortable night at one of two Best Western hotels in the Vieux Carré.

Not staying in the French Quarter? Get jazzed up any time of night for your trip back to the Best Western hotel in Donaldsville, Hammond or Harvey.

What To See and Do in the French Quarter:

French Quarter & Nightlife: The French Market, Jackson Square and Bourbon Street

Mardi Gras & Other Festivals: Satchmo Summerfest and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival

Tours & More: Historic New Orleans, Haunted History and Cocktail Hour

Food & Music: Pat O'Brien's, The Market Café and Café du Monde

New Orleans Best Western Hotels:

Covington Hotels

1

BEST WESTERN Northpark Inn

625 N Highway 190, Covington LA 70433-8961
Phone: (985) 892-2681  |  Fax: (985) 893-0115  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary breakfast

Outdoor pool

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum.

Exercise gym

Donaldsonville Hotels

2

BEST WESTERN Plantation Inn

2179 Highway 70, Donaldsonville LA 70346-8860
Phone: (225) 746-9050  |  Fax: (225) 746-1304  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary breakfast

Outdoor pool

Gonzales Hotels

3

BEST WESTERN Inn

1918 W Highway 30, Gonzales LA 70737-5111
Phone: (225) 647-2001  |  Fax: (225) 647-7604  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

Outdoor pool

Hot tub - Whirlpool

Hammond Hotels

4

BEST WESTERN Hammond Inn & Suites

107 Duo Drive, Hammond LA 70403-6131
Phone: (985) 419-2001  |  Fax: (985) 419-8001  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast, hot southern breakfast

Outdoor pool

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum. If damage occurs or excessive cleaning is needed, the deposit can become non-refundable and the hotel may charge additionally to cover the costs of repair/cleaning.

Exercise facility

5

BEST WESTERN University Inn

46053 N Puma Drive, Hammond LA 70401-7026
Phone: (985) 345-0003  |  Fax: (985) 345-0023  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast, hot southern

Outdoor pool

Harvey Hotels

6

BEST WESTERN PLUS Westbank

1700 Lapalco Boulevard, Harvey LA 70058-3027
Phone: (504) 366-5369  |  Fax: (504) 262-0949  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Catering, continental breakfast, nominal fee lunch, nominal fee, dinner, nominal fee

Outdoor pool

Fine dining on premises

Exercise facility, open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Cardiovascular work-out room

Luling Hotels

7

BEST WESTERN River Region Inn

12215 Highway 90, Luling LA 70070-3001
Phone: (985) 331-0064  |  Fax: (985) 331-0460  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

Outdoor pool

Exercise facility

Metairie Hotels

8

BEST WESTERN PLUS Landmark Hotel

2601 Severn Avenue, Metairie LA 70002-5934
Phone: (504) 888-9500  |  Fax: (504) 889-5793  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

The Grotto Café, on premises, full service, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Exercise facility, open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Outdoor pool, heated, seasonal

New Orleans Hotels

9

BEST WESTERN Avalon Hotel

10100 I-10 Service Road, New Orleans LA 70127-2746
Phone: (504) 378-7000  |  Fax: (504) 378-7800  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast

Outdoor pool

Exercise facility, open 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

10

BEST WESTERN PLUS French Quarter Landmark Hotel

920 N Rampart Street, New Orleans LA 70116-3011
Phone: (504) 524-3333  |  Fax: (504) 523-5431  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast served 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in dining room

The Jazz Alley Lounge, on premises, cocktails limited hours

Exercise facility, open from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. free

Outdoor pool, seasonal

11

BEST WESTERN PLUS St. Christopher Hotel

114 Magazine Street, New Orleans LA 70130-2421
Phone: (504) 648-0444  |  Fax: (504) 648-0445  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary breakfast

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum. A refundable cleaning & damage deposit of $50 is required upon check-in. If damage occurs or excessive cleaning is needed, the deposit can become non-refundable and the hotel may charge additionally to cover the costs of repair/cleaning.

12

BEST WESTERN PLUS St. Charles Inn

3636 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans LA 70115-4690
Phone: (504) 899-8888  |  Fax: (504) 899-8892  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $50 per week maximum.

Exercise gym

Slidell Hotels

13

BEST WESTERN PLUS Slidell Inn

120 Taos Street, Slidell LA 70458-3158
Phone: (985) 781-5655  |  Fax: (985) 781-0077  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast served daily from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Exercise facility 24 Hour

Outdoor pool Heated

Westwego Hotels

14

BEST WESTERN Bayou Inn

9008 Westbank Expressway, Westwego LA 70094-3734
Phone: (504) 304-7980  |  Fax: (504) 304-7987  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Outdoor pool

Exercise facility 24 hour cardiovascular equipment, elliptical and stationary bike