
The Pontchartrain Hotel
Best for adults who want Garden District character, a rooftop cocktail scene (Hot Tin), and easy streetcar access to downtown.
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The Pontchartrain Hotel is a circa-1927, adults-oriented boutique on St. Charles Avenue with a 21+ rooftop bar and streetcar access; read this if you want a Garden District base with distinctive on-site dining and bars. Bourbon Orleans Hotel is a historic French Quarter property steps from Bourbon Street and Jackson Square; read this if you prioritize being in the heart of the Quarter and walking to the city’s main sights.
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Best for adults who want Garden District character, a rooftop cocktail scene (Hot Tin), and easy streetcar access to downtown.

Best for travelers who want to be steps from Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and French Quarter nightlife.
When The Pontchartrain Hotel wins: choose The Pontchartrain if you want an adults-oriented boutique stay in the Garden District, access to a 21+ rooftop bar (Hot Tin), and a streetcar stop directly outside for a scenic ride into the Quarter.
When Bourbon Orleans Hotel wins: choose Bourbon Orleans if you want to be within a very short walk of Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, Café du Monde and other French Quarter landmarks, and prefer a hotel with an outdoor pool on site.
Bottom line: Pick The Pontchartrain for a Garden District, bar-forward adult experience with convenient streetcar access; pick Bourbon Orleans for central French Quarter positioning and an on-site pool and fitness facilities.
| Category | The Pontchartrain Hotel | Bourbon Orleans Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic Garden District boutique; adults-oriented, nightlife-focused venues | Historic French Quarter hotel centered on Bourbon Street activity |
| Location | 2031 St. Charles Ave — directly on the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line (Garden District) | 717 Orleans St. — steps from Bourbon Street and Jackson Square (French Quarter) |
| Size (rooms) | 106 rooms and suites | 220 guestrooms |
| Check-in age / audience | Minimum check-in age 21; adults-oriented | All ages welcome; standard check-in rules apply |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | One outdoor pool |
| Restaurants & bars | 4 venues: Jack Rose, Bayou Bar, Silver Whistle Café, Hot Tin (rooftop, 21+) | Restaurant Roux, coffee shop/cafe, and 1 bar/lounge (on-site dining and drinks) |
| Fitness / spa | No on-site gym; daily access to nearby Franco’s Gym via amenity fee | Fitness facilities on site; spa not published |
| Known for | Hot Tin rooftop views, Jack Rose dining, streetcar access | Proximity to Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and French Quarter attractions |
| Event & meeting space | Event venues including The Parlor and ~5,000 sq ft of event space | Conference space (419 m² / 4,514 sq ft) and 6 meeting rooms |
| Parking | Valet parking for a fee; limited street parking nearby | Valet parking (surcharge) and onsite parking options |
The Pontchartrain sits on St. Charles Avenue in the Garden District with a streetcar stop right outside.
Choose The Pontchartrain for a quieter Garden District base with direct streetcar access into downtown.
Bourbon Orleans puts you steps from Bourbon Street, Jackson Square and many French Quarter attractions.
Choose Bourbon Orleans for the shortest walks to French Quarter sights and Bourbon Street nightlife.
The Pontchartrain has 106 rooms and suites in a renovated 1927 building with several multi-bedroom suite options.
Pick The Pontchartrain for characterful suites and multi-bedroom options in a smaller boutique property.
Bourbon Orleans features 220 guestrooms with a broad mix of room and suite types.
Choose Bourbon Orleans if you want more room-type variety and standard hotel conveniences in the French Quarter.
The Pontchartrain offers four distinct venues from breakfast to late-night rooftop cocktails.
The Pontchartrain is a good pick if you want multiple in-house dining venues and a rooftop cocktail experience.
Bourbon Orleans runs a full-service restaurant (Roux), a coffee shop, and a bar/lounge on site.
Bourbon Orleans places you within the hotel’s own restaurant and bar but also a short walk from many Quarter dining choices.
The Pontchartrain does not have an on-site swimming pool.
If an on-site pool is critical, The Pontchartrain is not the right choice.
Bourbon Orleans features an outdoor pool and poolside amenities.
Bourbon Orleans is the clear pick if you want an on-site outdoor pool in the French Quarter.
The Pontchartrain prioritizes nightlife via its bars; fitness access is provided through a partner gym.
Choose The Pontchartrain for a focused adults’ nightlife scene and rooftop views, with off-site gym access.
Bourbon Orleans provides fitness facilities and sits amid the Quarter’s nightlife.
Pick Bourbon Orleans for easy access to both an on-site fitness option and the French Quarter’s nightlife right outside your door.

The Pontchartrain — Hot Tin rooftop bar with 270-degree views and late-night hours (21+).

Bourbon Orleans — steps from Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and many Quarter attractions.

Bourbon Orleans — one outdoor pool with cabanas and poolside room options.

The Pontchartrain — 106 rooms in a renovated 1927 building with distinct, named suites.
Bourbon Orleans is in the French Quarter within a few blocks of Bourbon Street; The Pontchartrain is in the Garden District and reaches the Quarter via a 15–20 minute streetcar ride.
Bourbon Orleans has an outdoor pool; The Pontchartrain does not have an on-site pool.
The Pontchartrain is adults-oriented with a 21+ minimum check-in age; Bourbon Orleans welcomes guests of all ages.
Bourbon Orleans lists around 220 guestrooms with many standard and suite configurations; The Pontchartrain is smaller with 106 rooms and several named suites for families or groups.
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