Popular places to visit
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Canal Street
Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Things to do
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Top hotels in Gentilly
The Westin New Orleans
Clean room, location, comfortable bed & pillows.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
New Orleans Marriott
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Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The staff was wonderful from the minute we drove up!. The hotel is beautiful and you still get that old world elegance . Our room was very comfortable and large however, the bathroom towels were like sandpaper! But I would most definitely stay there again. Oh and the location is perfect!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
This Wyndham location is located in the French Quarter just a block away from Bourbon Street. The staff are friendly. The rooms are nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The room was clean, quiet, and exactly as pictured. We slept very well.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Clean and very nicely decorated for Christmas. Staff very friendly and helpful. Pool area very nice but it was a little too cold to go swimming. Everything was walkable.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gentilly
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
Bywater
Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
French Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Mid-City
Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.
