While you probably won’t be spending much time in your hotel, you will need a comfortable, safe place to rest up between parades. Some of these properties are near the parade route, while others are closer to the French Quarter fun. All come highly recommended by the staff here at MardiGrasNewOrleans.com.
Hotels on or Near Parade Routes French Quarter Hotels More Vacation Rentals
Hotels on or near the parade route:

St. Christopher Hotel
Located at the foot of Magazine Street just steps from the hip Warehouse District and historic French Quarter, the Best Western Plus St. Christopher Hotel offers boutique luxury in an exquisite 1800s setting. Dig into a complimentary deluxe breakfast each morning of your stay, enjoy the free high-speed WiFi, and find everything you need in the St. Christopher's warm, inviting guest rooms, featuring exposed brick and other genuine New Orleans touches.
Hotels in the French Quarter:
Check out the following hotels for your Mardi Gras stay. All are close to the action and many offer Mardi Gras packages.

Hotel Provincial
Hotel Provincial is an exquisite luxury boutique hotel with beautiful accommodations, a large New Orleans style courtyard complete with a tropical patio and two refreshing pools. All of this is located in the heart of the French Quarter.

Best Western Plus French Quarter
Feel the atmosphere of the French Quarter when you step inside the Best Western Plus hotel. Within walking distance of the hotel, explore the historic, artistic and eclectic charms around you. Amidst the intriguing passages throughout the quarter, you'll find Jackson Square, Bourbon Street and the French Market.
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New Orleans RV Resort & Marina
Make this a Mardi Gras to remember with New Orleans RV Resort & Marina, a gated community offering waterfront views just minutes from the French Quarter. They offer 40 furnished villas (including 3 floating villas) and premium waterfront full-service RV sites to hook up to with a swimming pool, full bar, restaurant, fitness center, guest lodge, playground, Gray Line Tours pickup and more.