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Fodor's Expert Review Sully Mansion

Name: Sully Mansion
Address: 2631 Prytania St., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70130, USA
Telephone: 504-891–0457;800-364–2414
Price range: $

2631 Prytania St., New Orleans, Louisiana 70130, USA See on Map

Cameron Todd

It's just like home (but way better) at this huge Victorian with hardwood floors, high ceilings, a wraparound porch, and stunning courtyard out back. Guests will be pleased by how quiet this residential Garden District street is, just one block off of the St. Charles streetcar line and close to restaurants and shops on Magazine Street.

YOU SHOULD KNOW This B&B doesn't accept children under 10. Sorry, kids.

room

Rooms have hardwood floors, exposed brick and lots of bright, natural light. King and queen beds have luxury linens, and each room has a flat-screened TV.

The Prytania room overlooks Lafayette Cemetery No. 1.

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bathroom

All rooms have private en suite bathrooms with toiletries provided. Bathrooms have newly renovated showers and baths, with historic touches like wooden vanities, chandeliers, and antique pieces.

lobby

A lobby of plants and oriental rugs opens up into a large salon where guests can hang out and talk to each other. Wicker furniture makes the front veranda a nice lounging area, and the courtyard is large enough for a cocktail party.

dining

Continental breakfast includes eggs, yogurt, fresh fruit, and pastries. The inn is happy to comply with guests' dietary restrictions. In nice weather, guests can enjoy breakfast in the courtyard or out on the veranda.

drinking

An upstairs bar is stocked with wine and beer for guests' enjoyment.

LOCATION

Getting Around

The St. Charles streetcar is a block away, and will take you to the French Quarter or Uptown, to the Riverbend and Audubon Park.

Restaurants

Coquette (7-minute walk) serves refined dishes inspired by local flavors. Turkey and the Wolf (15-minute walk) has some of the most inventive, indulgent sandwiches and plates in the city. Book a table at Commander's Palace (3-minute walk) for a classic three-course lunch (and 25-cent martinis during the week) before a stroll through Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 across the street.

Bars

The Prytania Bar (10-minute walk) is a fun lounge with frequent local music acts, and The Delachaise (11-minute walk) provides intimate, romantic atmosphere and great cocktails.

WHY WE LIKE IT

The friendly innkeeper makes this place feel homey, while accommodations are kept spotless and up-to-date with modern conveniences. The mansion was built by Thomas Sully, a famous 19th century architect, and we like that you get to feel a part of history while still enjoying modern comforts.