Gentilly Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit Gentilly
Stay near popular Gentilly attractions
Things to do
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat
Top hotels in Gentilly
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"Nice hotel and nice lobby staff, one big complaint I have was how HOT our room was. It was 81 degrees day and night, called staff 3 times to get it fixed but nothing was done. Left a day early because we just couldn’t stand another night."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
"Amazing first time at The Roosevelt. Loved that the staff were very sweet and approachable. Wonderful guest amenities including a cafe, restaurant (the breakfast was absolutely fantastic with good southern and creole fare(, and of course the Sazarec bar! I came to celebrate my Mom's 60th birthday ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"Love Hotel Monteleone; great location, staff and atmosphere!!"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Hotel Mazarin
"Downtown historic district"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans
"Room 1321 Items left in the refrigerator from previous guest. The air conditioner did not work, it was cooler in the lobby than our room."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"the staff and customer services were amazing. i felt extremely comfortable traveling by myself. will be staying again every year for essence festival! rated 10/10"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Gentilly
- French Quarter
- New Orleans Central Business District
- Arts/Warehouse District
- Garden District
- Lower Garden District
French Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.
New Orleans Central Business District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
Arts/Warehouse District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like National World War II Museum and Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping Center are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.
Lower Garden District
Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and Magazine Street.
