We went to NO for a weekend getaway. Have not been since Katrina. We were pleasently suprised at how well the downtown/French Quarter faired. Nice Hotel if you want to do a lot of French Quarter shopping. A little distance from Riverwalk and Harrahs but we made use of the streetcar and it was great. Had a great time in one of my favorite cities again. Look forward to returning soon.

In 1994 when driving accross the U.S. I happened upon this wonderful hotel. I felt like I was in a place that was "Very French Quarter" and very comfortable. It still is today and the value is enormous. The hotel is pretty, comfortable rooms and a wonderful helpful staff. Close to everything to make your adventure happy and memorable.

Well here's a taste of the old French history of New Orleans. This historical hotel kept its chique and is still reasonably priced. Where else can you find a pool in little garden with free parking space?
But the best is the view from the balcony downwards the business district; you can see the cathedral at Jackson square and the skyscrapers of downtown. Some of the best restaurants are just around the corner!

Le Richelieu is a hotel that's at least two classes higher than you are paying for. Oh and the staff... They are so helpful you don't need a tourist office!

The hotel is excellent for price and location....just outside of main Bourbon streed noise, but close enough to walk.

Le Richelieu is a nice, intimate hotel located in a quiet area of the French Quarter. It is near some of my favorite places -- Irene's Cuisine, the Croissant d'Or, and Tujaques (all reviewed in my Another Side of New Orleans journal).

The most unique feature of Le Richelieu is the free parking. This is the only hotel in the French Quarter that offers free self-parking and easy access to your car. If you've visited New Orleans before, you know that paying a $20 to $35 a night to park your car is not unusual, so this was a great plus.

Since we were in town during an off time, we got a good rate on a suite -- $175. When we arrived, we were upgraded to the Paul McCartney Suite (he stayed here several years ago), which was very nice. We had a full kitchen (but no microwave or coffeemaker), a separate bedroom, and a great balcony overlooking Chartres Street. If it hadn't been so cold and windy, we would have spent a lot more time out there, watching the horse-drawn carriages go by and enjoying the great view. A little table and a couple of chairs would have been nice, though.

The staff was friendly and helpful, and room service (mostly breakfast items and sandwiches), was reasonably priced and good. The bar downstairs was nice and cozy, and the lobby is lovely. Our suite was clean and nicely furnished, although there was no place to work. To use my laptop, I had to sit on the edge of the bed and balance it on one knee.

I really enjoy this location, near some of the oldest restaurants and sites in the French Quarter. The Old Ursuline Convent is down the street, and the French Market, Cafe Sbisa and Central Grocery are right around the block on Decatur. Irene's is nearby, and the Croissant d'Or is near enough to grab some great pastries for breakfast. Bourbon Street is far enough away not to be annoying, yet close enough to get to if you want. Royal Street, with its great shopping and restaurants, is a block away.

We really enjoyed our stay here, but I would have appreciated a little more. Since we were in the hotel's premier suite, it was disappointing not to have a microwave, coffeemaker, or work desk. And the carpeting was a little too grimey to walk around in our socks. Maybe we were spoiled by our stay at the Windsor Court last year, but I'll probably not stay at Le Richelieu next time. Still, the location is great and the free parking is a bargain, so give it a try if you can get a really good rate.