Audubon Cottages - New Orleans

4-star boutique inn in the French Quarter offering private cottages and personalized butler service

Accommodations

Audubon Cottages provides one and two-bedroom suites with private courtyards, each cottage having its own entrance and outdoor space. The suites come with modern décor, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with a wine/champagne amenity. Cottage #3, where Elizabeth Taylor once stayed, offers a two-story layout with a balcony overlooking the communal pool and courtyard.

Service

The property offers personalized butler service, with Sean and Anthony noted for their attentiveness and local recommendations. Guests receive complimentary breakfast and refreshments, including bottled water and sodas available daily. The staff handles valet parking and luggage service, and the check-in process begins at the sister hotel Dauphine Orleans Hotel before walking to the cottages.

Location

Audubon Cottages sits one block from Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, placing guests within walking distance of Jackson Square and the French Market. Despite the nearby nightlife, the gated property blocks street noise, creating a quiet environment. The Mercedes-Benz Superdome is 1.9 km away, and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is 22 km from the property.

Pool & Grounds

The heated saltwater pool, claimed to be the oldest in New Orleans, is open year-round and surrounded by well-maintained tropical gardens. Guests can relax in the pool house with complimentary drinks, and the courtyard features a bubbling fountain and antique furnishings. The property also has a garden and private parking, with the pool area providing shade from the sun.

Historical Significance

The cottages have historic roots tied to naturalist John James Audubon, who used them as studios and living spaces. The property maintains its original architecture with tall double doors, shutters, and brick pathways, set behind a discreet door on Dauphine Street. This history attracts travelers interested in cultural experiences, and the cottages are a registered historic site.

• Location: One block from Bourbon Street, walking distance to French Quarter attractions
• Rooms: Private cottages with one and two-bedroom suites, each with a private courtyard
• Service: Personalized butler service with daily complimentary breakfast and refreshments
• Pool: Heated saltwater pool, claimed to be the oldest in New Orleans, open year-round
• History: Original artist studios of John James Audubon, preserved as historic cottages