915 Royal Street
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| The early 1800's home of
Judge Francois Xavier-Martin, first Chief Justice of the Louisana Supreme
Court and author of the first history of Louisiana, where Harriet Beecher
Stowe stopped and was inspired to write Uncle Tom's Cabin from the
sights at the nearby slave markets. Surrounded by a unique and intricate
165 year-old "cornstalk" cast iron fence, it is now a lovely hotel in the
Victorian tradition of elegance.
Location is central to the sights, sounds, gourmet foods and night life of old New Orleans. In perhaps the most distinctive and most photographed of the small inns of the French Quarter, you will have a unique experience of Victorian charm in the Vieux Carre'. The Cornstalk has been seen in many movies. |
Brilliantly glowing
crystal chandeliers reflected in lovely antique mirrors greet you from a
bygone era as you enter the lush quiet of the grand entrance hall lobby.
Antique furnishings, beautifully set off by the high vaulted sleeping room
ceilings, set the mood of quiet comfort found during your stay with us.
The rosette scrolls, cherubs and medallions are relics of Louisana sugar
plantation home craftsmanship. Stained-glass windows, fireplaces, oriental
rugs and canopy beds are among the many amenities.
You may enjoy your complimentary continental breakfast and morning newspaper in your room, on the front gallery, balcony or patio. The real Southern tradition of hospitality and New Orleans chicory coffee are yours as our guest. |
| We are in the heart of the Vieux Carre', with the sights, the sounds, gourmet foods and night life of old New Orleans. Our location on the Rue Royale, one block over from Rue Bourbon, affords you the closeness of antique and gift shops, riverboats, etc. during the day and the jazz and entertainment of the night life. Tours of all kinds are available at the hotel desk and your hotel is conveniently located to the Convention Center, Superdome, and bustling heart of the City. |  |
| The famous Cornstalk
Fence is truly a landmark that in itself has helped make the old French
Quarter famous. Natives and tourists alike never cease to wonder at its
beautifully ornate and delicate iron lace handicraft. Ripe ears of corn
a-shucked on their stalks are seemingling ready for the harvest, each
kernel a work of art. Pumpkins form the base of the massive iron columns
around which are entwined the pumpkin vines and the leaves and morning
glories.
There is a lovely old story of an early owner who brought his young bride to live here far from her native Iowa. To soften some of her loneliness for the waving fields of corn back home, he caused this replica to be made in graceful iron so that from her front gallery should could forever see something of her native land. |
Schedule of Daily Rates Complimentary Continental Breakfast Rates: $75-$185 Note: Rates For Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest and other Special Events Available Upon Request Check out time: 12:00 noon A two-day stay is required for Friday and Saturday reservations. We have parking, porterage and 24-hour clerical staff to assist you. |
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