:: INTRODUCTION :: In the heart of New Orleans is the Vieux Carre, The French Quarter, where New Orleans was born. The Hotel Maison de Ville and the Audubon Cottages lie right at the center of The French Quarter, just north of Jackson Square, a perfect location to experience all the Vieux Carre has to offer. Since the days when America was a British colony and New Orleans a French Territory, the buildings that make up the Maison de Ville and Audubon Cottages have been a part of the rich history of New Orleans. Guests of the Maison de Ville will experience all the charm and history of The French Quarter, both at the hotel and in the surrounding areas. From a stay in the room where Tennessee Williams completed A Streetcar Named Desire or in the Audubon Cottages where John James Audubon painted much of his Birds of America series to a meal at The Bistro, one of the finest restaurants in the country, it is easy to understand why some say it is worth a visit to New Orleans just to stay at Hotel Maison de Ville. :: HOTEL FACILITIES :: The Pool at the Audubon Cottages The pool at the Audubon Cottages is said to be the oldest in the French Quarter. Set in original brick, the pool is surrounded by lush foliage and offers seating in wrought iron chaise lounges. Services 24 Hour Front Desk breakfast/Continental concierge Services turn Down Service express Check out limited Room Service maid Service multilingual Services porter Bellmen secuirty shoe Shine tour Desk the Following Services Are On Request And/Or May Have A Fee airport Shuttle dry Cleaning coffee/Tea fax Service guest Services laundry/Valet room Service wedding Service banquet Facilities data Ports parking/Indoor translation Service :: RESTAURANTS & DINING :: On October 13, 1986 The Bistro at the Maison de Ville, located at 733 Toulouse Street opened. The atmosphere and decor are inspired by Parisian bistros with red leather banquettes, beveled-glass mirrors, natural wood flooring, and Impressionist-style paintings. Al-fresco dining is also available in the courtyard, weather permitting. This nationally recognized restaurant has become a favorite of both hotel guests and locals. It was recently named top “Haute Restaurant” by the Zagat Guide, along with a host of other awards and accolades. Chef Greg Picolo, a New Orleans native, has created a menu that pleases both diners and critics alike. Cooking in the Louisiana Creole style, different than the spicy Cajun style most people associate with Louisiana, Chef Picolo delivers sophisticated dishes that satisfy both body and soul. Adding to the dining experience at The Bistro at Maison de Ville, is Maitre d’ Patrick Van Hoorebeek. Mr. Van Hoorebeek, among other duties, guides diners through the intricacies of choosing wines, champagnes, beers, and a host of specialty drinks. Patrick is also a member of the Club de Sabreurs, preserving the Napoleonic tradition of opening a bottles of champagne with a saber. Be sure to ask for Patrick’s “Best Kept Secret” list of wines when you visit the Bistro. :: ROOM AMENITIES :: Each of the Hotel Maison de Ville rooms presents guests with a unique New Orleans experience. One room may have a courtyard entrance and an antique, wrought-iron, Queen bed. Another may have a four poster bed and balcony over looking Toulouse Street. All are beautifully appointed with comfortable beds, antique furnishings, and artwork. The Carriage House Suite and Audubon Cottages invite guests to enjoy the ultimate New Orleans experience. The Carriage House, which is on the main grounds, is a two-story suite overlooking the courtyard and The Bistro. The Audubon Cottages, located just around the corner from the main building, offer extraordinary privacy and luxury. French Quarter Rooms Be sure to explore each of the unique rooms at the Hotel Maison de Ville. French Quarter Rooms are 2-5 and 16. Courtyard Rooms are rooms 6-14 and 17. Room 1 is the Carriage House Suite and Room 15 is the Toulouse Suite. Don't forget to explore the Audubon Suites as well. Room 2 Just inside the main entrance to the hotel is a spacious King bedded room. The floor to ceiling windows in this room look out onto Toulouse Street. The marble bath has a vanity area and a shower. Room3 A spacious King bedded room on the second floor in the main hotel with a full marble bath and a shared balcony overlooking Toulouse Street. Room 4 A four-poster, canopied, Standard bedded room located on the second floor of the main hotel with floor to ceiling windows and a shared balcony overlooking Toulouse Street. The marble bath has a vanity area and shower. Room 5 A four-poster King bedded room in the main hotel on the second floor. The room has floor to ceiling windows and opens to a shared balcony overlooking Toulouse Street. Room 16 A spacious King bedded room with a private balcony overlooking Toulouse Street. The room offers a full sized marble bath and a wet bar. Room amenities include traditional items, such as complimentary daily newspaper, honor bar/ mini bar in the rooms, concierge service, valet parking. The Hotel Maison de Ville also provides unique amenities including: Gilchrist & Soames Bath Products, Feather Beds, Frette Sheets, and Plush Robes (2 per room). Courtyard Rooms Each room at the Hotel Maison de Ville has a unique personality. Courtyard Rooms are rooms 6-14 and 17. French Quarter Rooms are 2-5 and 16. Room 1 is the Carriage House Suite and Room 15 is the Toulouse Suite. Don't forget to explore the Audubon Suites as well. Room 6 Accessed through the courtyard on the second floor, this Queen bedded room offers spacious and quiet accommodations. The bed is an antique wrought-iron bed and the marble bath area offers a vanity area and shower. Room 7 A four-poster Queen bedded room with a shared balcony overlooking the courtyard. The marble bath has a vanity area and shower. Room 8 On the second floor of the main hotel, this intimate room has a four-poster King bed with a shared balcony overlooking the courtyard. The marble bathroom has a full size bathtub and shower. Room 9 - The Tennesse Williams Room This room is know as the Tennessee Williams Room because it was the room of choice, at the Hotel Maison de Ville, for the playwright. Featuring a king bed, the room is located on the ground floor and is accessed through the courtyard. The marble bath has a full tub and shower. Room 10 A cozy standard-bedded room on the ground floor with French doors opening up to the courtyard. The marble bath has a full sized tub and shower. Room 11 A four-poster King bedded room with a balcony overlooking the courtyard. The marble bathroom offers a full sized tub and shower as well as a vanity area. Room 12 This cozy Standard-bedded room with a balcony overlooking the courtyard has a full sized tub and shower. Room 13 Accessed through the courtyard on the ground floor, this unique room has an antique Queen sized wrought-iron bed and a full sized marble bath area. Room 17 This spacious King bedded room on the second floor overlooking the courtyard offers a full sized marble bath and a wet bar. Guest amenities include traditionals items, such as complimentary daily newspaper, honor bar/ mini bar in the rooms, concierge service, valet parking. The Hotel Maison de Ville also provides several unique amenities including: Gilchrist & Soames Bath Products, Feather Beds, Frette Sheets, and Plush Robes (2 per room). Suites The Maison de Ville has two beautiful suites on the main grounds to choose from; the Toulouse Suite and the Carriage House Suite. The Audubon Cottages offer guests seven more suites to choose from, including the room in which John James Audubon painted much of his Birds of America series. Toulouse Suite A Deluxe King bedded suite makes up the entire third floor of the main hotel. It features a separate sitting area on the street side and a king bedroom with French doors overlooking the courtyard. Carriage House Suite This suite is a two-story carriage house at the foot of the courtyard with a sitting room downstairs and a bedroom and bath upstairs. The first floor parlor has hardwood floors, a loveseat and coffee table in front of the fireplace, a desk in front of the window looking out to the courtyard, as well as a wet bar. The cozy Queen Bedroom also has a fireplace and French doors, which open up to a balcony overlooking the courtyard and the Bistro. The white marble bathroom has a full size tub and shower. Amenities include traditionals items, such as complimentary daily newspaper, honor bar/ mini bar in the rooms, concierge service, valet parking. The Hotel Maison de Ville also provides unique amenities including: Gilchrist & Soames Bath Products, Feather Beds, Frette Sheets, and Plush Robes (2 per room). The Audubon Cottages The Audubon Cottages allow guests a unique New Orleans experience. The cottages, just around the corner from the main building, are a private, luxurious, urban oasis in the heart of the New Orlean's French Quarter. The Maison de Ville also has two beautiful suites on the main grounds to choose from; the Toulouse Suite and the Carriage House Suite. Cottage 1 A two-bedroom cottage with one Queen Bedroom and one King Bedroom, two baths, and a separate living room. This cottage is the former residence of John James Audubon, who lived there while completing his Birds of America series. Cottage 1 shares a courtyard with Cottage 7. Cottage 2 A two-bedroom cottage with one King Bedroom and one Four Poster canopied double bedroom each with private baths, one of which has a Jacuzzi tub. The large hardwood floored living room has plenty of seating and a dining room table. The private courtyard offers seating for 4 people. Celebrities such as Elizabeth Taylor have stayed in this cottage. Additionally, this is one of the cottages that is said to be haunted! Cottage 3 A two-bedroom cottage with a King bed in each bedroom and two baths. The separate living room has tile floors and antique furnishings. Cottage 3 has a large private courtyard with plenty of sunlight and seating for 6 people. Cottage 4 A two bedroom, two story cottage with one King bedroom and one Four Poster canopied Double bedroom, two baths, large living room and a large, shady, private courtyard. The bedrooms and bathrooms are upstairs and the living room is downstairs. Cottage 4 is said to be haunted by a country music loving soldier. Cottage 5 This two bedroom cottage offers one King bedroom and one Queen bedroom each with private baths, one if which has a Jacuzzi tub. The living area, seen in the photo at the top of the page, has hardwood floors and French doors that open up to the semi-private courtyard, which is shared with Cottage 6. Cottage 6 The first of two one-bedroom cottages, Cottage 6 has a four-poster king bedroom and bath. The semi-private courtyard is shared with Cottage 5. Cottage 7 This Slave Quarter cottage offers a King size bed and oversized Jacuzzi bath. The semi-private courtyard is shared with Cottage 1. Cottage 7 was used as a studio for John James Audubon while he lived in Cottage 1. Room amenities include traditionals items, such as complimentary daily newspaper, honor bar/ mini bar in the rooms, concierge service, valet parking. The Hotel Maison de Ville also provides other unique amenities including: Gilchrist & Soames Bath Products, Feather Beds, Frette Sheets, and Plush Robes (2 per room). :: HOTEL ADDRESS :: :: Hotel Maison De Ville :: 727 Rue Toulouse New Orleans, LA 70130