Behind the white columns of a New Orleans landmark
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The approach is unmistakable. A row of grand Ionic columns rises from a wide veranda, framing one of the most recognized facades on St. Charles Avenue. Built in 1883 as a private residence and later home to a celebrated restaurant for over a century, Columns is a property whose architectural presence carries the weight of New Orleans history without being burdened by it. Step inside and the mood shifts from monument to living room. Original hardwood floors, period millwork, and stained glass windows share space with an atmosphere that feels genuinely warm, unhurried, and free of pretension. This is a hotel that has absorbed the character of its city rather than performed it.
The property offers nineteen individually appointed guest rooms spread across the main house and an adjacent annex. No two rooms are alike. Some feature soaring ceilings and ornate mantels original to the 1880s structure, while others take a quieter, more intimate shape. The aesthetic throughout leans into the building's Victorian bones, layered with comfortable furnishings and a sense of personality that avoids the expected tropes of Southern grandeur. The Pretty Bar, a beloved neighborhood gathering place long before it was a hotel bar, occupies the ground floor with its dark wood, low lighting, and an easy energy that draws locals and guests alike. It is the kind of room where conversations stretch longer than planned, where a well-made cocktail feels like an invitation to slow down.
The wide front porch may be the property's most iconic space. Rocking chairs line the veranda beneath the columns, looking out over the live oaks and the streetcar tracks of St. Charles Avenue. It is a vantage point that places you squarely inside the rhythm of Uptown New Orleans, where the rattle of the streetcar and the canopy of ancient trees create a pace that the rest of the city seems to orbit around. The Garden District and its historic homes sit within walking distance. Magazine Street's shops, galleries, and restaurants unfold nearby. And the streetcar itself connects directly to the French Quarter and the central business district, making Columns a rare property that feels both embedded in a residential neighborhood and effortlessly connected to everything beyond it.
What stays with you is the texture of the place. Columns does not attempt to be everything. It is not chasing trends or engineering moments. It is a hotel that trusts its own history, its own proportions, its own neighborhood. The light through the stained glass in the late afternoon, the clink of ice at the Pretty Bar as evening settles in, the particular stillness of the upstairs hallways. These details accumulate into something that feels less like a stay and more like a return.
The approach is unmistakable. A row of grand Ionic columns rises from a wide veranda, framing one of the most recognized facades on St. Charles Avenue. Built in 1883 as a private residence and later home to a celebrated restaurant for over a century, Columns is a property whose architectural presence carries the weight of New Orleans history without being burdened by it. Step inside and the mood shifts from monument to living room. Original hardwood floors, period millwork, and stained glass windows share space with an atmosphere that feels genuinely warm, unhurried, and free of pretension. This is a hotel that has absorbed the character of its city rather than performed it.
The property offers nineteen individually appointed guest rooms spread across the main house and an adjacent annex. No two rooms are alike. Some feature soaring ceilings and ornate mantels original to the 1880s structure, while others take a quieter, more intimate shape. The aesthetic throughout leans into the building's Victorian bones, layered with comfortable furnishings and a sense of personality that avoids the expected tropes of Southern grandeur. The Pretty Bar, a beloved neighborhood gathering place long before it was a hotel bar, occupies the ground floor with its dark wood, low lighting, and an easy energy that draws locals and guests alike. It is the kind of room where conversations stretch longer than planned, where a well-made cocktail feels like an invitation to slow down.
The wide front porch may be the property's most iconic space. Rocking chairs line the veranda beneath the columns, looking out over the live oaks and the streetcar tracks of St. Charles Avenue. It is a vantage point that places you squarely inside the rhythm of Uptown New Orleans, where the rattle of the streetcar and the canopy of ancient trees create a pace that the rest of the city seems to orbit around. The Garden District and its historic homes sit within walking distance. Magazine Street's shops, galleries, and restaurants unfold nearby. And the streetcar itself connects directly to the French Quarter and the central business district, making Columns a rare property that feels both embedded in a residential neighborhood and effortlessly connected to everything beyond it.
What we love about this stay
You feel it the moment you step inside — time doesn't freeze, but it loosens its grip, and the 1883 mansion receives you with the quiet authority of a place that has never needed to try too hard. The heart-pine floors, the grand staircase, the rooms furnished with antiques that feel genuinely inhabited rather than staged — none of it reads as preservation for its own sake. It reads as character. The wraparound porch facing St. Charles Avenue is the kind of place where a Sazerac and a rocking chair turn an evening into something you'll reference for years, and where the line between local and visitor dissolves entirely. This is a hotel that belongs so completely to its city — to the streetcar rattling past, to the jasmine in the air, to the Garden District unfolding beyond its gate — that staying here feels less like checking in and more like being let in on something.
Signature Outlets & Experiences
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Member rates
Public rate vs published member rate
Columns in New Orleans, LA publishes distinct room types below. The public rate is the live cash price anyone can see. Journey publishes an entry-tier member rate for this stay — a catalog offer, not a personalized quote. Journey members get member-only rates and unique custom benefits at Alliance properties. Join on journey.com to unlock the published member rate, then check dates to book.
- What is the public rate vs the member rate at Columns?
- The public rate is the live cash price anyone can see. Journey publishes an entry-tier member rate for this stay — a catalog offer, not a personalized quote. Join on journey.com to unlock the published member rate, then check dates to book.
- Is the member rate at Columns a personalized quote?
- No. Before you connect or sign in, Journey only shows the published entry-tier member rate for this stay. It is a catalog offer, not a personalized quote.
- How do I unlock the member rate at Columns?
- Join on journey.com, then check dates on this hotel page to book a room.
Room types
Catalog room types at this hotel. Choose dates below for the public rate and the published entry-tier member rate. Those dated totals are not a personalized quote.
Deluxe Chambre – Classic Southern Elegance
Sleeps 3 · 1 × 1 King Bed · regular
Timeless elegance meets contemporary comfort in the Deluxe Chambre, where high ceilings and historic architectural details create a warm and inviting ambiance. A plush king-sized bed, dressed in luxury linens, ensures restful nights, while the beautifully designed ensuite bathroom features a sleek, separate shower and plush bathrobes for added indulgence. Blending Southern grandeur with modern amenities, this exquisite retreat offers a serene and sophisticated stay in the heart of New Orleans.
Grand Chambre – Timeless Southern Retreat
Sleeps 3 · 1 × 1 King Bed · regular
Experience the grandeur of a bygone era in the Grande Chambre, where high ceilings and historic architectural details create an atmosphere of effortless sophistication. A plush king-sized bed with luxury linens invites deep relaxation, while a cozy sitting area offers a refined space to unwind. The ensuite bathroom, featuring a classic clawfoot tub with a shower, adds a touch of vintage indulgence. Blending Southern charm with modern comforts, this suite is a sanctuary of elegance in the heart of New Orleans' Garden District.
Double Queen Chambre – Grand Southern Comfort
Sleeps 4 · 2 × 2 Queen Beds · regular
Experience refined Southern hospitality in the Double Queen Chambre, where high ceilings and historic architectural details create a timeless ambiance. Two queen beds, draped in luxurious linens, provide a restful escape, while the elegant décor evokes the charm of a classic New Orleans estate. The well-appointed ensuite bathroom features a vintage clawfoot tub with a shower, perfect for relaxation. With its blend of old-world elegance and modern comfort, this room offers an inviting retreat in the heart of the Garden District.
Petit Chambre – Intimate Southern Retreat
Sleeps 2 · 1 × 1 Queen Bed · regular
The Petit Chambre offers an intimate yet refined retreat, where high ceilings and historic architectural details evoke the timeless charm of New Orleans. A plush queen-sized bed, dressed in luxury linens, ensures restful slumber, while soft natural light enhances the warm, inviting ambiance. The ensuite bathroom features elegant finishes and a refreshing shower, completing this sophisticated hideaway. Ideal for those who appreciate Southern elegance in a cozy and stylish setting.
Premier Avenue Suite – Southern Elegance on Saint Charles
Sleeps 3 · 1 × 1 King Bed · regular
Step into timeless elegance in the Premier Avenue Suite, where high ceilings and historical architecture create an atmosphere of classic Southern charm. A plush king-sized bed draped in luxury linens invites restful slumber, while a stylish sitting area offers a perfect place to unwind. Gaze out at the historic Saint Charles Avenue from your private balcony, or refresh in the well-appointed ensuite bathroom. This suite seamlessly blends old-world grandeur with modern comfort in the heart of the Garden District.
Premier Double Suite Chambre
Sleeps 6 · 3 × 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds · regular
Our Premier Double Suite Chambre combines our prestigious Avenue Suite with Our Double Queen Chambre with a connecting door. Our Premier Avenue Suite provides a luxurious stay featuring a King size bed, sitting area, view of the historic Saint Charles Ave. Our luxurious Spacious Double Queen Room features a two Queen beds and a well appointed ensuite bathroom with shower. The historical architectural elements and high ceilings offer Southern elegance and charm in the heart of the Garden District.
Deluxe Daybed Chambre
Sleeps 3 · 1 × 1 King Bed · regular
Our luxruious Deluxe Daybed Room features a King size bed, a a daybed in an adjoining area, luxury linens and a well-appointed ensuite bathroom with shower. The historical architectural elements and high ceilings offer Southern elegance and charm in the heart of the Garden District.
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Guest
FEB 2025We just had the drinks. But the drinks are very good. It was a nice change from the French Quarter. It was nice to just sit outside on the balcony, enjoying some drinks with nice weather.
Guest
FEB 2025Absolutely beautiful hotel with a friendly staff and a great location that's close, but not too close to the fun of the French Quarter. Can easily take a tram back and fourth. Food is great and the drinks were tasty. Only downside is that stairwell and no functioning elevator, yet. But it otherwise is a must-see hotel and well worth the cost.
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FEB 2025Incredible experience watching live jazz. Food was delicious, great cocktails and service. We didn’t stay in the rooms but the decor is quintessential New Orleans quirky vibrant luxe.
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FEB 2025Absolutely stunning !!!! You don't have to stay there to stop in at the beautiful bar. When it cools down, it's wonderful to sit outside on the veranda or courtyard. Parking is tough sometimes because it's on St. Charles. There are live Jazz concerts in one of the main rooms. You have to purchase a separate ticket. However, you can sit at the bar and hear them playing.
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FEB 2025I visited the Columns, the week of Thanksgiving. It was about three o’clock. We wanted to sit on the porch and all the tables were empty. We were told no, a large party MIGHT come in. We sat inside. We did have great service. When we left, all the tables on the porch were empty. Yesterday at three, I called to see if we could be seated at the inside bar or even outside. I called and left the message with restaurant and bar. There was no response. I called again, pressed two, no response. I called again, pressed one, spoke to the person at the front desk. She did not know if there was availability and I needed to call back and leave a message for the restaurant and bar. I told her I already did. She offered no other assistance. The Columns is a landmark in New Orleans. Your “rules” and some staff, makes it impossible to enjoy this venue.
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