Our Neighborhood Faubourg Marigny & the French Quarter
“There’s certain things in life that I love. One is architecture. And music, culture, food, people. New Orleans has all of that.”
– Lenny Kravitz
New Orleans really is home to the best things in life. Iconic sites, storied history, breathtaking landscapes, romantic architecture, music legends, extraordinary food, professional football, very interesting people and a million other wonderful things that make NOLA, well, NOLA.
You won’t find a tapestry as rich and interesting as ours anywhere else in the world. So while you’re here, plan to see, taste, touch, listen, learn and enjoy the time of your life. It’s the only way to NOLA like a local.
Taste
“If there’s ever going to be a food world dream team, odds are it’ll come from New Orleans.”
– Food & Wine
If you like great food–and who doesn’t–you’ll fall in love again and again, over every taste that reaches your lips in New Orleans. We are home to hundreds of outstanding restaurants and bars, ranging from hip new trendsetting hot spots, to great local favorites,to world famous classics. Beignets and jambalaya are only the beginning.
And at Elysian Fields Inn, you’re in the perfect spot to enjoy it all. We’re only steps away from some of the best places to taste the real New Orleans.
Recuperate
“If there was no New Orleans, America would just be a bunch of free people dying of boredom.”
– Judy Deck
Elysian Fields Inn blends the classic touches of a AAA award-winning boutique inn with distinct modern amenities. From the moment you step onto the columned front porch, you’ll know you’re at home in New Orleans.
Soaring 14 foot ceilings punctuated with gorgeous deep mouldings, cooling ceiling fans and rich, mahogany floors are only the beginning of your Elysian Fields Inn experience.
Luxury Egyptian cotton bedding, fluffy towels, AVEDA bath products, and free WiFi are yours to enjoy while you’re here , not to mention delightful homemade breakfasts, fresh juices, and bottomless Cajun coffee.
Elysian Fields Inn wraps you in comfort and luxury, ensuring you’re rested and ready to take on all things NOLA while you’re here.
Take a look around our inn. Find your favorite room and book online or give us a call. You’re going to love it here.
Location
“The Marigny and Bywater are shining examples of how history and urban renewal can successfully merge together to create a funky harmony only found in New Orleans. A commitment to preservation and diversity along with a heavy influence from the arts makes for beautiful and vibrant neighborhoods.”
– New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau
If you haven’t experienced Faubourg Marigny, you’re in for a treat. This is the fastest growing spot to experience the best food, drink and fun in New Orleans. And Elysian Fields Inn is right in the heart of it.
Elysian Fields Avenue, named for the Champs-Élysées in Paris, is the main street of Faubourg Marigny, or what the locals call “The Marigny”. It was the first street in New Orleans to connect the Mississippi River to Lake Pontchartrain, and according to ancient Greek mythology, Elysian Fields is where the Gods go to play in their afterlife.
The Marigny is heaven on earth for architectural buffs, music lovers, and foodies. Just a short block from Elysian Fields Inn is festive and historic Frenchmen Street, home of over 60 fabulous restaurants and bars, and a delightful local artists’ market. Enjoy delicious local creole cuisine, quaint bohemian shopping, and live music every day of the week.
The famous French Quarter is just five short blocks up river as the locals say, or southwest to be clear. When you decide to venture out of the Marigny to experience the legendary sights, sounds and tastes of the French Quarter, Elysian Fields Inn is your perfect launch pad.
Want to know more about our neighborhood?
Give us a call or drop us a line. We love to tell our story and can’t wait to share it with you.