Welcome to Hotel Storyville from the Owner.

But a hotel, as any business in the service industry, requires the owner’s constant care and attention to operate efficiently and effectively. That is my goal – constantly strive to maintain and improve Hotel Storyville for the enjoyment of my guests. I love my job!
– Barbara Ann Locklear

I moved to NOLA 16 years ago from St Thomas, USVI, where I owned a graphic design studio there for 14 years.

Soon after moving to New Orleans, I met a sweet, elderly couple that needed my design talent…they owned Hotel Storyville. As they were resident Inn Keepers, it was necessary for one of them to stay and mind the Inn while the other would travel. Later, they asked if I would ‘babysit’ the property so they could vacation together. I said yes.

In 2005, Katrina devastated much of New Orleans, although there was no flooding on the Esplanade Ridge where the hotel is located. The wife soon passed away and the remaining owner offered to sell the hotel to me.  I readily said yes and began my new career as an Innkeeper.

In operating the hotel, I brought my love of the ocean and islands [décor wise], and a much needed renovation began.

Today almost a decade later, visitors look around and in a sense feel as if they are in a relaxed tropical garden in the middle of a bustling city in general, and the historic French Quarter in particular.

This was my intent – to offer visitors the best of both worlds. They can enjoy the excitement of the French Quarter and then retreat to the quiet and charm of Hotel Storyville!

So – if there is anything we can do to make you more comfortable or anything in your room that may need our attention, please, please don’t hesitate to call.

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MEMBER OF:

– New Orleans Arts Council
– Louisiana Film Society
– Esplanade Ridge-Treme Civic Assoc., New Orleans
– Metropolitan Convention Visitors Bureau
– National Assoc. of Catering Executives
– New Orleans Chamber of Commerce
– National Assoc. of Women Business Owners
– French Quarter Business Assoc.
– Stay Local
– Louisiana Landmarks Society
– Friends of City Park
STORIES
  • Nikki
    A charming retreat near the French Quarter and close to the stadium. Plenty of street parking and personalized keyless entry into the hotel and room. Clean, small, intimate. I stayed in the Captain’s Quarters . I enjoyed a kitchen, dining table, living room and king bed bedroom. Plenty of space overlooking a large garden area. Definitely a place to come back to. Such a welcome change to the usual dime a dozen commercial hotels.
    Nikki
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  • Lizzie
    Easy check in, great location, clean & beautiful property. As a travel agent & event planner who owns a cleaning business as well- will definitely reccomend. The location is safe & convenient. You can street park or have private parking. Uber is easy to locate & it's central to most desired travel spots.
    Lizzie
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  • Jon
    Great place. The owner is incredibly friendly, but gives guests their space. Located on a quiet block within easy walking distance of the French quarter. The back yard is a very nice feature and the two bedroom apt was nice with all standard amenities. Stayed May 2011
    Jon
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  • Lisa Marie
    We have stayed at hotel Storyville multiple times & the quality of the hotel, staff, rooms, the garden, the distance between the hotel and downtown New Orleans is the EPITOME of our continued utilization of this prestigious Hotel.
    Lisa Marie
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  • Kelly
    Love this place! We love staying at hotel Storyville! Any trip to New Orleans requires a stay there for us! Conveniently located within walking distance (or a short uber drive) to our usual hot spots!! Owner is very accommodating and friendly! We have our favorite room and make the request to stay in it! Love it!
    Kelly
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  • Dan
    Beautiful place for an outdoor event! The owner, Barbara, was great to work with! We rented the courtyard for a rehearsal dinner. The courtyard is so beautiful! She set up a New Orleans themed menu and the food was delicious!! Although we did not stay at the hotel, we did peek at the rooms and they are very cute! I would definitely recommend this place for an event and plan on staying here next time we are in town.
    Dan
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