The Olivier House Hotel

If you are looking for an authentic New Orleans Hotel then the Olivier House is it! Me and my friends had a great time at the Olivier House Hotel. The hotel is perfectly located in the center of the French Quarter. We enjoined the unique design of the hotel and the cats/staff. The room was ready and spotless when we arrived early to check in. We will definitely be back again!

The location can't be beat. You are just a block away from Bourbon Street but I never heard any noise from there. The hotel has a lot of historic charm, a beautiful courtyard and 3 resident cats. The staff was polite and helpful. The only thing is that being a historic building the walls are pretty thin. I could hear my neighbors. They weren't even being loud, just normal talking. I ended up buying earplugs to sleep. No magnetic locks. Doors have old-fashioned keys. There also wasn't a deadbolt on the inside. I would honestly rate this 4.5 overall.

We loved the French Quarter. The restaurants. architecture, music, and all the happenings and things going on in the streets, but when one enters the Olivier House it is like entering an oasis of calm, quiet charm away from the outside hustle and bustle. It is hard to believe you are only a block from Bourbon street because it is so quiet and relaxing. Better than that even, is that it does not shield you from New Orleans culture and feel, but really immerses you into it. It would be hard to find a place that feels more like old New Orleans than this hotel.
Couple that with the great staff, beautiful rooms and laid back vibe and it just made our time in New Orleans perfect. Thank you all at the hotel. We can't wait to come back.

My family and I just stayed 4 nights at the Olivier House Hotel. We chose Olivier for the charm, history & proximity to Bourbon and all the activities nearby.
Pros: Everyone was super friendly and check in went very smoothly. They have coffee, tea, hot chocolate, biscotti, cookies & water bottles all day for the guests. The atmosphere in the parlor & lobby is so calming with the decor, music and 3 resident kitties that were usually curled up in a ball sleeping in a chair or on the couch. We had a second floor street facing balcony room with 2 queen beds.
Everything was super clean!
Cons: Not many, but just a couple..I wish that the bathroom had grab bars and somewhere to put shampoo/conditioner & soap in the shower. The tile is beautiful, but got pretty slippery. Also, there are a few areas on the way to the room where there are a couple of stairs..no biggie, but I felt like one area in particular needed a small rail to hold onto. I had to concentrate really hard not to fall (recently had knee replacement surgery).
Balcony room was fun to people watch, but when I was ready for bed, the French quarter was ready to party. This isn’t the hotel’s fault.
Don’t get a street facing room if you want a quiet night. Loud cars, trucks & motorcycles parade through the street revving their engines and play LOUD music all hours of the night. Not to mention the people walking the street. The last 2 nights we had to use foam earplugs and white noise all night.
Overall a wonderful experience! I would definitely stay here again, but in a different room!

Sometimes when you return to a place it does not live up to your great memories, not so at the Olivier House. Just like our first stay here, we found it to be super clean, comfortable, having a truly nice staff, and packed with as much old New Orleans charm as one could possibly hope for. It is not just a hotel, but a whole New Orleans experience. One of the coolest places we have ever stayed in. If you want a mundane corporate experience, don't come here. but if you want to get immersed into New Orleans culture in the best possible way, this is the place for you. We cannot wait to come back again. As a tip. I might add that the first time we came, we stayed in a streetside room which was fun to see the goings on in the street and people watching, but those same people did make some noise at night. The second time we chose an interior room which was whisper quiet. Both were great, but different experiences. I would recommend both, just depending on what experience you wanted. Also I believe they are glad to let guest change rooms if available.

This hotel is adorable! So much charm. Every room is different, and the layout allows for sweet sitting areas and room entrances.

The great: The location - right in the middle of the Bourbon St action. Staff were helpful. Room was clean. Water, coffee, and snacks were much appreciated. They handled the parking. And we loved the resident cats.

Not so good: we were in room 101, and it’s NOISY. Kept us from sleeping well. Could hear the voices of people walking by on the sidewalk, plus the footsteps from the room above, plus the fans and the elevator noise.

I’d definitely stay here again, but not in room 101.

We arrived indecently early and were greeted by a hostess of luminous efficiency who — miracle of miracles — had our room ready. Her assistant, a grey feline of questionable professional urgency, was asleep on duty. Management may wish to review productivity standards. Adorable, though. Entirely adorable.

The lobby is a salon of historic gravitas — towering cathedral-height doors, a fireplace with matriarchal authority, antique portraits silently correcting your posture, and gilded mirrors that do not merely reflect you… they elevate you.

There exists what appears to be either a Narnia wardrobe or an ecclesiastical confessional, now transformed into a marbled lavatory so reverent I felt compelled to confess my French Quarter indiscretions. I left spiritually lighter.

The elevator? A jewel box. Barely wide enough for one person and a cooperative suitcase, complete with a sign reading “No ballroom dancing, please.” Sir. Survival itself felt ambitious. I adored it. My claustrophobic husband chose the stairs.

Our room — accessed through delightfully narrow double doors — felt like a refined gnome residence. Red floral rugs, low historic ceilings encouraging dignified posture, a repurposed antique sewing table holding the television, a marble bath with the tiniest sink, and a wrought-iron staircase spiraling to a lofted king bed beneath beautifully paneled ceilings (jumping not advised unless seeking structural consequences). The loft balcony overlooked the entry below — perfect for Shakespearean proclamations to one’s spouse.

The courtyards were brick labyrinths of fountains, ivy, wrought iron, and — inexplicably but magnificently — a cannon beside the pool. It was freezing. We did not swim. We admired.

After dinner and a raucous sing-along at Pat O’Brien’s, we returned triumphant — and hungry. And there, waiting faithfully in the lobby, were our midnight saviors:

A biscotti.
Some Cheez-Its.

In daylight, quaint.
At midnight, transcendent.

The biscotti offered dignity. The Cheez-Its delivered fluorescent absolution.

Day One was an absolute success.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Would absolutely return — ballroom dancing optional.

We loved staying in this small hotel in the French Quarter. The furnishings are vintage/antique, and each room has a different vibe with little patios and gardens tucked throughout the property. We were told it was once a private residence and the current hotel incorporates that house plus 2 other buildings. If you want a "cookie cutter" room, I suggest you book a chain hotel. We loved having a balcony, a sitting area and a microwave, coffee maker and mini fridge. We felt surrounded by history. Our Petite Loft room was perfect for an 8-day visit as we were within walking distance of Bourbon, Royal, and other French Quarter streets, yet it was quiet inside our room. Each morning there were pastries, oranges, bottled water and coffee provided in the downstairs parlor. From this hotel we walked everywhere--World War II Museum, the French Market, Riverwalk outlets, Canal Street. Some of these day walking trips were 30+ minutes long but we enjoyed seeing the old New Orleans buildings as we strolled.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but our stay at the Oliver House in New Orleans was beyond disappointing. The price was great for the location. The noise level was not to bad, and the staff was great, very friendly; however, there’s a major difference between “vintage rustic charm” and simply being old, dusty, and poorly maintained and unfortunately, this was the latter.
Vintage should feel intentional, curated, and clean. What we experienced felt neglected. The space lacked basic upkeep, and the overall atmosphere gave more “forgotten storage attic” than “historic New Orleans character.” Dust, visible wear, and a general sense of uncleanliness made it difficult to relax or feel comfortable.
New Orleans is full of authentic, beautifully preserved historic properties that manage to keep their charm while still being spotless and welcoming. This was not one of them.
If you’re looking for true vintage elegance, I would strongly suggest exploring other options. Rustic charm should never come at the expense of cleanliness.

Amazing place!! The cleanliness is top notch and the entire hotel has such a beautiful and unique charm. Everything was of great quality and the service was excellent. My father and I were just passing through on a roadtrip and only intended on staying just a day or two but we loved the hotel so much we extended! We loved hearing about the rich history about this place during our stay and would absolutely recommend for any history lovers. All the rooms are so unique and beautiful and you can really tell this place is a labor of love. If you enjoyed the pirates of the Caribbean vibe at disney land then you're totally going to love this place!

This was my second time staying at this very unique and charming property and I really enjoyed my stay once again
The ambiance and old New Orleans feel are remarkable and something you’ll miss out on staying at basic chains like Marriott/Hilton
Had a great view from my balcony overlooking Dauphine Street
Room was very spacious with comfortable bedding
And really just walking around this property is awesome
Looking forward to coming back again
Highly recommended!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Olivier House in New Orleans! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel right at home — so warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. The hotel itself is stunning, full of character and charm. The courtyard is absolutely beautiful — a peaceful oasis right in the middle of the French Quarter. Every room is unique and full of personality, each one telling its own story.

Our stay here truly made our New Orleans experience unforgettable. We can’t wait to come back and stay again — it’s easily one of our favorite places we’ve ever been!

We go to New Orleans often, and my brother and his family kept saying we should try the Olivier House on our next New Orleans trip. Glad they mentioned it. We loved it and have stayed there twice now.
It is a beautiful old place fully restored in a perfect way that keeps its old New Orleans feel and charm. It is clean and comfortable to be sure, but beyond that, it is just such a unique and nice experience. It feels so genuine in every aspect, from the rooms and public areas to how the staff interacts with the guest.
I would only caution that if you are a corporate chain hotel kind of person, it may not be for you. This place is the real deal and is as old New Orleans as it gets, and that is the reason we return so often to New Orleans after all, to truly experience it.
We almost hate to let others in on the secret of this place, but none the less highly recommend it.

I loved everything, it was just different compared tp normal hotels. I needed that.

This was my fifth stay here and loved it!

Our one night stay was really nice.
Check-in, valet parking all smooth.
Location on Toulouse was excellent, yet the room was perfectly quiet all night.
Older home/hotel, but updated enough to be both NOLA charming and comfortable.
Valet rate was better than most and worth it, especially if you have driven a truck around town looking for parking!!
Shout out to Ian for sharing family maritime memorabilia- a great welcome aboard.
Beds were excellent-2 queen sized in our room.
We would stay at the Olivier House again.

The balcony room with loft bedroom was amazing. Quiet, cozy and the king bed was so comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Would def stay here again.

The location was perfect and the vibe was the vibe! Spent the time in the honeymoon suite which felt fabulously New Orleans. Such a quirky property! Will definitely come back

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Excellent hotel and staff. Rooms are very charming, comfortable with lovely high ceilings and cozy.
The hotel has plenty of nooks and spaces to relax throughout, both courtyard and lounge areas.
Chris was amazing, anticipating all questions we could possibly ask and very organized.