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Canal Street Inn

A historic landmark and boutique hotel in Mid-City — where 1912 architecture, Southern hospitality, and the Canal Street streetcar meet the best of New Orleans.

Canal Street Inn historic facade in daylight surrounded by oak trees

History

Canal Street Inn sits in the heart of Mid-City, one of New Orleans' most walkable neighborhoods. The property pairs classic design with contemporary comfort — a renovated boutique hotel within an original 1912 building, with the Canal Street streetcar just outside the door.

  • Mid-City Location

    In the heart of Mid-City — a walkable New Orleans neighborhood with gardens and local character.

  • Classic & Contemporary

    Original 1912 architecture thoughtfully restored with modern boutique comfort.

  • Greek Revival Mansion

    A renovated landmark with arches, soaring ceilings, woodwork, and stained glass.

  • Eleven Guest Rooms

    A boutique hotel offering individually styled accommodations within the historic house.

  • Streetcar Access

    The Canal Street streetcar line stops steps from the Inn — your link to the rest of the city.

Canal Street Inn foyer with leaded-glass front door, antique sideboard, and vaulted ceiling

A Landmark in Mid-City

  1. 1912

    Built

    The Greek Revival mansion rises on Canal Street with the craftsmanship and detail of its era.

  2. Today

    Renovated Boutique Inn

    Restored as Canal Street Inn — a historic luxury hotel blending heritage architecture with contemporary hospitality.

  3. Every Stay

    Southern Hospitality

    Formal dining room breakfasts, gracious common areas, and a garden that anchors the Mid-City experience.

Pleasantly Old-Fashioned

Classic elegance, graciousness, and Southern charm define the experience at Canal Street Inn. The surrounding neighborhood invites leisurely walks past gardens, live oaks, elms, azaleas, and seasonal plantings — the quieter side of New Orleans, still minutes from the city's energy.

Formal dining room at Canal Street Inn with round tables, cane chairs, and ornate fireplace

The Canal Street Inn is a renovated Greek Revival mansion, built in 1912.

Classic & Contemporary

Original architectural details — arches, ceilings, woodwork, and stained glass — remain at the center of the guest experience. Contemporary updates ensure every room feels comfortable without losing the character of the house.

Mornings begin in the formal dining room with a gourmet Southern breakfast, a daily ritual that connects guests to the Inn's hospitality tradition.

  • Arches and soaring ceilings
  • Handcrafted woodwork
  • Stained glass windows
  • Formal dining room
  • Gourmet Southern breakfast
Canal Street Inn lounge with ornate fireplace, wicker porter chairs, and contemporary furnishings
Ornate carved wood fireplace mantel with gilded mirror and plaster ceiling moldings at Canal Street Inn

Architecture & Heritage

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