The 186-room hotel sits on the corner of Bourbon and Toulouse streets, in the heart The French Quarter.
Built in 1859, the Inn On Bourbon is on the former site of one of America’s first opera houses, a spectacular venue designed by noted architect James Gallier. The opera house burned down in 1919 and was replaced by its current structure.
Owned by prominent New Orleanian Robert T. Tonti since 1989, the hotel closed temporarily due to Katrina but shortly re-opened with a $6 million renovation and a strong commitment to the city.
Denine Genin, the Inn On Bourbon’s director of sales, reflects the staff’s passion for this quaint property tucked away in the heart of the French Quarter: “Located on world famous Bourbon Street, The Inn On Bourbon provides our guests an up-close-and-
The Inn On Bourbon’s balcony suites, overlooking Bourbon and Toulouse Streets, are among the most sought-after suites in the French Quarter.
The hotel’s newest addition is a 2,300-square-
The Inn on Bourbon has a large swimming pool and spacious, lush courtyard, offering a perfect spot for a tranquil cup of New Orleans café au lait or the Inn On Bourbon’s signature cocktail, the French ’75.
"A lot of people say, "Wow, we didn't even know you were here, you're the best-kept secret in New Orleans." Genin says. "Well, we don't want to be the best-kept secret. We want to burst out into the world."
The Inn On Bourbon’s location, friendly personal service and easy parking make it the best value and the in place to stay.
For more information about The Inn on Bourbon, go to www.innonbourbon.com or call 1-800-535-7891.
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