Hotel St. Pierre,
French Quarter Inns
New Orleans, Louisiana
Local Attractions
History
of Jazz and
Hotel St. Pierre |
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| From the earliest days of slavery, African-Americans
congregated at Congo Square every Sunday to dance and sing to an African
drumbeat - the only place in the South where this was permitted. Eventually Marie Laveau
would transform these gatherings into her unique form of Voodoo. During
its heyday, the great priestess Marie Laveau came often to Congo Square and lucky were
those who witnessed the great Queen dance with her snake! Quite appropriately, The
New Orleans Jazz Museum, the first Jazz Museum in the world,
opened at the Hotel in 1961. It was a success from the start! Louis Armstrong
stayed at the Hotel and a plaque in the main cottage marks this occasion. The hotel has,
throughout its history, regularly hosted musicians, bands as well as artists and writers.
In fact, Tennessee Williams, lived across the street from the Hotel, at
1014 Dumaine Street. He would stop in at the front desk quite often. Late in his life, Tennessee
was frequently spotted the Hotels many courtyards visiting with friends who frequently
stayed at the hotel. |
Make voyages! Attempt them... there's nothing else.
Tennessee Williams
“In New Orleans I found the kind of freedom I’d always needed. And the shock
of it against the Puritanism of my nature has given me a subject, a theme, which I’ve
probably never ceased exploiting.”
Tennessee Williams
“There it is, a proper enough American city, and yet the tourist is apt to see
more nuns and naked women than he ever saw before.”
Walker Percy |
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A multitude of shops, restaurants and New Orleans entertainment are just outside your
door. Our staff is at your service and are pleased to assist you in making the most of
your stay.
Attractions
and Activities |
- French Quarter (Vieux Carre National Historic Landmark District) -
- Esplanade Ridge Historic District
- City Park (fifth largest urban park in the U.S.)
- New Orleans Museum of Art
- Rose Garden
- 18th Century French Colonial Pitot House
- Historic Bayou St. John
- Walking, Jogging, Golf and Tennis
- Restaurants, Bistros, Natural Foods Market,Shops and Shopping
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What some of our guests are saying:
“We felt your hotel was the best value in the French Quarter. The
personal attention the staff showed us was superb! We wanted to stay in a hotel located in
the heart of the French Quarter and we found it! We will stay with you again and bring our
friends.”
Lisa and Molly, San Antonio, TX
“We so much enjoyed our stay at The Hotel St. Pierre. Why anyone
would come to N'awlins & stay at one of the chain hotels, when there are unique,
historic inns such as yours. You immediately get a taste for the unique atmosphere of the
French Quarter as soon as you walk through the door.”
Sam & Tina B., Rockport, MA
“We enjoyed our visit to New Orleans and our time at The Hotel St.
Pierre! Our visit was truly improved by the service and great dedication exhibited by the
hotel staff… We look forward to our next visit to New Orleans for Papa Noel…and
to another stay at the Hotel St. Pierre.”
Carlos L., Barcelona, Spain
“Lovely historic Inn! The Hotel St. Pierre’s service can't
be beat; the staff is attentive and full of local information. In the heart of the French
Quarter, so close to all the wonderful shops and great restaurants. We highly recommend
it!”
Tim and Brad, San Francisco CA
