Inn at Houmas House

New Orleans, Louisiana

Virgin rating

The hotel

Known as the Crown Jewel of Louisiana’s River Road, Inn at Houmas House, Plantation Country is an outstanding antebellum estate, bursting with southern charm. The set location of many a film and TV show, actors such as Bette Davis and Chevy Chase have filmed here, so it may well feel more than familiar to you! When you’re not sightseeing, spend some time at leisure in the gardens, home to an ancient oak alley and year-round blooms. The dramatic and inviting Fountain Courtyard is another popular gathering place for guests. Dining at Houmas House is not just a treat, it’s an experience. Latil’s Landing Restaurant in the French House is over 230 years old with original beamed ceilings, cypress mantels, wood burning fireplaces and original wood floors. Feast on gourmet cuisine served upon Limoge china, soaking up the grand atmosphere that prevails. For less formal meals there is Cafe Burnside, serving everything from healthy salads and fried oyster po-boys to filet mignon, washed down with a mint julep perhaps or a glass of wine served from the estates very own wine cellars.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Families
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Set in 38 acres of gardens on River Road, Louisiana. Transfer time from New Orleans Armstrong International Airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

21 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, patio or balcony, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Cottage Room with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Le Petite Houmas Restaurant. Complimentary American breakfast. The Wine Cellars of Houmas House. Cafe Burnside (open for lunch 11:00am-2:00pm). The Carriage House Restaurant (breakfast daily 8:00am-10:00am and dinner nightly 4:30pm-8:30pm). Latil's Landing (dinner wed-sat between 6:00pm-9:00pm). Golf cart service from rooms to the mansion and restaurants. Complimentary WiFi.

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

Traveller rating

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  • Very good (310)
  • Average (89)
  • Poor (43)
  • Terrible (47)
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Mar 27, 2024 C S

Beautiful house and grounds with fascinating history. Our tour guide, Dennis, was very entertaining. He has a rhythm in his speech, a way of elongating certain words for emphasis, which made the experience very enjoyable.
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Mar 26, 2024 peterlemmon Norman, Oklahoma

Tour guide was difficult to hear and understand. Tour was interesting. Ate at Carriage House which was good.
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Mar 20, 2024 Curious31179859237 Lititz, Pennsylvania

We had a great burger in the cafe then took the tour with Darren as our guide. He was excellent. Very interesting house with many unusual things to see. The gardens were also beautiful! The museum was really good too.
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Mar 19, 2024 danna n

The grounds , buildings, and restaurant was beautiful and great food. I was so excited to go as I traveled from the west coast. I was looking forward to the guided tour as I love American history. I was meet by the male guide who as soon as I started to ask a question about the Houmas house he very abruptly said “ If you ask me questions during… Read more
The grounds , buildings, and restaurant was beautiful and great food. I was so excited to go as I traveled from the west coast. I was looking forward to the guided tour as I love American history. I was meet by the male guide who as soon as I started to ask a question about the Houmas house he very abruptly said “ If you ask me questions during the tour you are not going to get answers until the end if we have time. I have another tour at 6 pm”. His rude comments shut me down and I really didn’t hear anything he had to say. If I wouldn’t have paid in advance I would have left . So I continued with the tour. The fact that I was the only one on the tour made it even more intimidating.Not enjoyable Read less
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Mar 18, 2024 ssm5532024 Convent, Louisiana

Our tour of Houmas Plantation was exceptional. The grounds are breathtaking and are beautifully maintained. Our tour guide was one of the best we have ever experienced. He spoke clearly and was not hurried in his approach. He was able to answer all questions asked. We highly recommend this plantation.