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Magnolia Mansion

2127 Prytania Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

(504)412-9500
 
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Circa 1857. Experience a high standard of opulence at this upscale, adults-only, non-smoking bed & breakfast. It is the perfect romantic getaway, quiet and peaceful weekend retreat, or a wonderful place to celebrate an anniversary, birthday, honeymoon or other special occasion. The Mansion is centrally located in what is considered to be "The Gateway To The Garden District." It is just one block from St. Charles Ave. streetcar on the Mardi Gras Parade Route and within minutes of the French Quarter. Relax with friends or read a good book on the wraparound veranda overlooking the enchanting courtyard surrounded by massive 150-year-old oak trees. Wake each morning from a great night's sleep in a luxurious themed guest bedroom to enjoy a continental breakfast in the formal dining room. Visit the area's major attractions, including the Superdome; enjoy fine dining and ride on a Mississippi River Paddlewheel.

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Rates

$119 to $399

Payment types accepted include Visa, Discover and Master Card.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Continental Plus Breakfast

Events Hosted

  • Meetings
  • Reunions
  • Seminars
  • Weddings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Honeymoons
  • Romantic & Ghostly Getaway Packages
  • Elopement & Wedding Packages
  • Family Reunions
  • Group Retreats
  • Corporate Dinners
  • Receptions & Themed Parties
  • Brunches
  • Seminars
  • Fundraisers.

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Continental Plus Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Hot Breakfast Sandwiches Are Available Upon Requests
  • Complimentary Hot Tea & Snack Bars Available 24 Hrs.

Other Activities

  • Wineries
  • Water Sports
  • Tennis
  • Sports Events, Major, College
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Parks
  • Museums
  • Live Theater
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hiking
  • Golf
  • Fishing
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Bicycling
  • Beaches
  • Art Galleries
  • Antiquing
  • Amusement Park
  • Walking Tours
  • Bus Tours
  • Horse & Carriage Rides/tours
  • St. Charles Street Car
  • Mardi Gras Parade Route & Restaurants
  • Deli's/markets
  • French Quarter
  • Superdome
  • Convention Center
  • Riverwalk

Innkeeper(s)

Hollie Vest

Rooms

This property has 9 total guest accommodations with private bath, 5 with fireplaces, 2 with hot tubs and 2 conference rooms. The types of beds available include Twin, Queen and King.

Amenities In Room

  • Hair Dryer
  • DVD
  • Desk
  • Clock Radio
  • Central Air
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable TV
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Reading Lamps
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack Bar
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Makeup Mirrors
  • Valet/clothes
  • Some Rooms Have Desks W/data Ports As Well
  • Black-out Curtains.

Amenities On Site

  • DVD
  • Phone
  • VCR
  • Television
  • Library
  • Fax
  • Free Local Calls
  • Concierge Service
  • Video/dvd/book Library
  • Wi-fi
  • Data Ports

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Internet Access
  • Desk
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Gym Nearby
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Hair Dryer
  • FAX On-site
  • Television
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Free Wi-fi
  • Complimentary Concierge Service
  • Vhs/dvd/book Lending Library/ Complimentary Vcrs And/or Dvd Players In Each Room
  • & Free Local Phone Calls
  • & Faxes Received (limit Of 2 Pages Free).

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Location: City/Urban and French Quarter.


Historic Interest

Historically Known as the Harris Maginnis House. Designed and built by James Calrow in 1857-58 who is the same architect who designed and built the home that Anne Rice currently lives in around the corner. The property became the Official Red Cross Headquarters during World War II from 1939-1954. Magnolia Mansion, formerly referred to as the Harris-Maginnis House, was purchased by internationally recognized entertainer Hollie Diann Vest and her mother, Wanda Marie Hansen, on the first of October, 2001. Prior to that, the home has had a magnificent and often turbulent history of owners, the most interesting of whom are the Harris family, the Maginnis family, and the New Orleans Chapter of the American Red Cross. The house now spans one and a half centuries of the social life of New Orleans.

Historic sites nearby:

Garden District, Layfette No. 1 Cemetery, French Quarter (1 mile)

Weather

About Our Rooms

Gone With The Wind Luxury King

Gone With The Wind Luxury KingThe largest & brightest Lux/King Suite/room, with three twelve foot windows, sitting area, desk, armoires for clothing, TV/VCR/DVD, private premier bathroom w/double slipper tub & hand-held shower.

Rates: $299 - $499

Type of bed: King

 

Napoleon's Rendezvous Queen Deluxe

Napoleon's Rendezvous Queen DeluxeRomantic Queen/Deluxe with wrought-iron canopy bed, gold & blue French decor, on main floor. Desk, private bathroom with single slipper tub, hand-held shower.

Rates: $149 - $249

Type of bed: Queen

 

Vampire Lovers Lair Luxury King

Vampire Lovers Lair Luxury KingGorgeous Lux/King room with private premiere bathroom, soaking tub with hand-held shower.

Rates: $299 - $499

Type of bed: King

 

Bordello Moulin Rouge Premium Plus King

The most requested Premium/Plus/King room. Red/gold decor, with a Marie Antoinette mirrored vanity & King bed, private bathroom, double Jacuzzi and wall-mount shower.

Rates: $199 - $299

Type of bed: Queen(2) , Twin

 

The Vamps Bordello Premium Plus King

The Vamps Bordello Premium Plus KingPremium/Plus/King with canopy bed, sitting area & recliner. Private bathroom with double slipper tub with hand-held shower.

Rates: $199 - $299

Type of bed: King

 

Mardi Gras Getaway Deluxe Queen

Queen/Deluxe with Victorian style furnishings, fun Mardi Gras colors, sitting area, Internet desk, large walk-in closet. Private bathroom with large rain-head shower.

Rates: $159 - $249

Type of bed: King, Twin

 

Southern Comfort Queen Standard

Spacious, charming 2nd floor Queen standard with a swan carved mahogany sleigh bed and end tables, Velvet chairs sitting area, an antique armoire, private bathroom with tiled shower.

Rates: $119 - $199

Type of bed: Queen

 

Lafitte's Hide Away Queen Standard

Cozy room with ocean colors. Gothic wrought-iron bed, leather night stands, jeweled treasure chest, private bathroom with shower.

Rates: $199 - $299

Type of bed: Queen, Twin

 

Bordello Storyville Jazz Premium Plus Queen

Largest/most popular Queen. 2nd Floor, Old New Orleans French Quarter Creole décor in red/gold, lounging chair. Premier private bathroom with sitting Jacuzzi tub & wall-mount shower.

Rates: $119 - $199

Type of bed: Queen

 

Innkeeper Note

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW ORLEANS AGAIN...ALL THAT IS MISSING IS YOU! Enchanting Elegance at its Best… Magnolia Mansion. A Magical Moment in Time Deserves a Magical Place to Celebrate! Romantic Upscale non-smoking adult’s only accommodations of 10 luxurious uniquely themed guestrooms with private baths. Magnolia Mansion is centrally located near streetcars, Mardi Gras Parade route, the FQ, Convention Center & restaurants. Clean, Private, Secure. Overnight & extended stays are available. Specializing in Romantic Getaways, Elopement & Small Wedding Packages, Renewing of Vows, Weddings, Receptions, Engagement Parties, Retreats, Reunions, and Get-Away Packages & Special Occasions. Magnolia Mansion Staff will treat you like royalty. Consider Magnolia Mansion for all of your travel & Wedding needs. Complete services provided for large Special Events. For a Grand Traditional New Orleans Style Wedding or perhaps a Special Wedding Theme, this Majestic Historic Garden District Mansion, scented gardens and majestic courtyards is the perfect setting.

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Minimum Stay Requirements:Two nights on the weekends/Friday & Saturday SPECIAL EVENTS MINIUM STAY REQUIRED DIFFERS FROM OUR STANDARD REQUIRED STAY AND MAY REQUIRE MORE NIGHTS. ROOM RESERVATION DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS: The reservation deposit amount required for a standard reservation is Room plus tax for the first night stay at the time of booking; the full balance is charged to the credit card seven (7) days before arrival. Special events require a ninety (90) day 100% full pre-payment and are charged to the credit card
Cancellation:Room Reservation & Pre-paid packages: All room reservations, Last-Minute Specials, Discounted Rates, Elopement Packages, Wedding Packages, Ghostly Getaway Packages, and any other Packages/Promotions are fully pre-paid, non-transferable and non-refundable, plus an additional $25 cancellation processing fee applies, including early departure. Hurricane cancellations receive a full refund, credit towards another stay or a change of date with no penalties or fees. All cancellations must be given in writing for security purposes. When given a minimum of a two-week advance notice, some packages can be credited to a future date based on availability. This credit must be used within 3 months from the original reserved date and cannot fall over Special Event, Holidays, or Convention Dates. (All groups, packages, special events, holidays & convention dates are non-refundable).
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

Publicity and Reviews

American Airlines, American Way Inflight Magazine, Times Picayune, Off Beat Publications, Weddings With Style, Chris Rose Times Picayune Columnist, Live on Internet Talk Show, New Orleans Bride on Cox Cable.

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Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Sunday-Thursday, blackout dates and restrictions apply

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