When you choose a historic New Orleans bed and breakfast over a chain hotel, you deserve a room that matches your vision of the perfect New Orleans experience. Each of our eight guest rooms at Grand Victorian Bed & Breakfast tells its own story. You’ll find carefully preserved 1890s architecture paired with thoughtful modern updates in the heart of the Garden District.
Built in 1893 by renowned architect Thomas Sully, our Queen Anne home has welcomed guests for over 25 years. Each room bears the name of a historic Louisiana plantation and features unique period details alongside contemporary comforts. Much of the original craftsmanship still exists today. You’ll notice the tall windows, hand-turned woodwork, and high ceilings that define each room at the Grand Victorian New Orleans bed and breakfast—details that anchor the home to its era while providing modern comfort.
Here’s how to find the room that suits your travel style and specific needs for the perfect New Orleans vacation:
Greenwood Suite
Choose Greenwood for your most special celebrations. This premier suite, our most requested room, offers elegant proportions and spectacular views of St. Charles Avenue from the front of the house. The king-size four-poster bed anchors the spacious sitting area, while original architectural details create an atmosphere of refined celebration.
The suite features a marble-topped vanity and spa-like bath elements with stunning Mardi Gras-themed stained glass that elevates the experience without distraction. From your windows, you can watch the historic streetcar pass along St. Charles Avenue—the same streetcar line that expanded into the Garden District in the 1890s and still stops just outside our front door.
Greenwood serves as a honeymoon suite and remains popular for weddings and elopements in New Orleans. The combination of elegant proportions, street views, and luxurious details makes this the perfect choice for marking life’s most meaningful moments.
Evergreen
Take your time in Evergreen, where bay windows wrap the second-floor room in soft, natural light. The built-in bench beneath these windows invites slow mornings with coffee or quiet evenings with a book, creating a perfect retreat for guests who value peaceful moments.
This room serves as another honeymoon suite option, featuring an elegant walnut Eastlake half-tester bed that reflects the custom craftsmanship of the 1890s. The bay windows and built-in bench make this space feel both grounded and open, with period accents and calming tones that create a sanctuary within the historic home.
Evergreen holds special significance as a favorite of our Innkeeper, chosen for its perfect balance of architectural character and comfortable intimacy. The thoughtful layout and abundant natural light make it ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat or friends who want a beautiful space to unwind between Garden District adventures.
Girlfriends traveling together particularly appreciate the built-in window bench, which provides extra seating for conversations, a spot to spread out belongings, or simply a comfortable place to enjoy the room’s peaceful atmosphere.
Shadows
Soak up quiet charm and distinctive architectural character in Shadows, where rich, dark wood millwork and ambient light from bay windows create an intimate atmosphere. This richly toned room features one of the inn’s most distinctive historic beds.
Located just steps from the wraparound balcony, Shadows offers easy access to outdoor space while maintaining its cozy, romantic character. The original cast iron soaking tub provides the perfect way to end your New Orleans adventures, offering deep, luxurious bathing that you won’t find in modern hotels.
The room’s position near the balcony gives you convenient access to street views and outdoor relaxation while preserving the intimate scale that makes Shadows special. The bay windows fill the space with soft light that highlights the dark wood details and creates a perfect balance of drama and comfort.
Couples seeking a romantic atmosphere will find Shadows irresistible, with its combination of historic character, vintage bathing luxury, and easy balcony access. The rich tones and period furnishings create an immersive historical experience that feels both authentic and comfortable.
Destrehan
Enjoy a quiet retreat at the back of the house, where Destrehan offers added privacy and warm wood details that create a sense of peaceful separation from the city’s rhythm. The room features a thoughtfully separated vanity area that provides space for morning preparations without disturbing your travel companion.
The centerpiece is a double 1850s Renaissance high-back bed that reflects the artistic ambition of the historic period, when homeowners sought to bring refined details into everyday living spaces. The deep cast iron soaking tub makes this space feel like your own personal pause button, perfect for unwinding after exploring the Garden District’s oak-shaded avenues.
Destrehan’s location at the back of the house ensures the quietest sleep among our second-floor rooms, making it ideal for light sleepers or guests who prioritize rest above street views. The warm wood details and separated vanity area create a sense of luxury and privacy that feels both historic and contemporary.
Magnolia
Share space and comfort in Magnolia, where the generous bathroom and thoughtful layout make it ideal for guests traveling together. This subtle and spacious room faces the quiet alley side of the home, ensuring restful sleep while providing quick access to the main balcony just steps away.
The beautiful walnut bed with queen mattress reflects the custom furniture craftsmanship of the 1890s, updated for modern comfort. The private bath includes both bathtub and shower, with enough space for two people to prepare for their day without feeling cramped.
Magnolia strikes the perfect balance between peaceful retreat and convenient access to common areas. The alley-side location eliminates street noise while the nearby main balcony gives you easy access to St. Charles Avenue views when you want them.
Girlfriends traveling together frequently choose Magnolia for its roomy bathroom and practical layout. The generous space allows for comfortable sharing while maintaining the elegant character you expect from a Queen Anne home. The room’s position also makes it convenient for groups staying in multiple rooms who want to gather on the main balcony.
Rosedown
Relax in ground-floor privacy and style, where Rosedown offers a quieter pace with easy access and intimate layout. The walnut high-back queen bed creates old-world charm, while the separate vanity area adds to the room’s sense of privacy and thoughtful design.
Located on the first floor along the quiet alley side of the B&B, Rosedown eliminates stairs from your New Orleans experience while maintaining all the architectural character that makes Grand Victorian special. The private connecting vanity provides a separate space for morning preparations, creating a luxurious feel within the historic setting.
The room’s ground-floor location makes it perfect for guests who prefer to avoid stairs or have mobility considerations.
Oak Alley
Stay with confidence in fully accessible comfort, where Oak Alley is carefully appointed for ease and comfort without compromise. This first-floor room features a queen high-back walnut bed and a wide, light-filled bath that offers convenience while maintaining the elegant character of the Queen Anne home.
The private bath includes a low tub and shower with thoughtfully integrated ADA features that blend seamlessly with the room’s historic character. You’ll experience the same architectural details that make Grand Victorian special—tall windows, hand-turned woodwork, and high ceilings—while enjoying modern accessibility features.
Located on the first floor with ramp access to the front door, Oak Alley welcomes all travelers while preserving the authentic historic experience.
Nottoway
Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply seeking solitude, Nottoway delivers a romantic atmosphere with just the right amount of indulgence. The beautifully designed spa-like shower features a handheld shower head, while understated, elegant finishes create a sense of refined intimacy.
This second-floor suite includes a private balcony with a sitting area, ideal for enjoying the gentle breezes with a quiet morning coffee or evening reading.
Special Considerations for Every New Orleans Traveler
Multiple honeymoon suite options: Both Greenwood and Evergreen serve as honeymoon suites, giving couples choices between street views with king-size luxury (Greenwood) or bay window tranquility with built-in charm (Evergreen).
Private outdoor spaces: Two rooms offer private balconies. Greenwood provides St. Charles Avenue views from the front of the house, while Nottoway offers a secluded sitting area perfect for quiet moments. Other guests can access the shared main balcony and Porte Cochere balcony.
Vintage bathing experiences: Shadows and Destrehan feature original cast iron soaking tubs that provide deep, luxurious bathing experiences you won’t find in modern hotels. These vintage tubs offer the perfect way to end your New Orleans adventures.
Ground-floor convenience: Rosedown and Oak Alley eliminate stairs from your stay. Rosedown offers intimate charm with a separate vanity area, while Oak Alley provides full ADA accessibility with thoughtfully integrated features.
Traveling with friends or family groups: While each room accommodates two guests, you can gather in three common areas. The breakfast room offers street views and streetcar watching, while the Porte Cochere balcony provides a perfect spot for wine and conversation.
Girlfriends traveling together: Magnolia’s roomy bathroom provides space for comfortable sharing, while Evergreen’s built-in window bench creates a perfect spot for conversations or spreading out belongings.
Tall travelers: Most of our antique beds accommodate guests over six feet comfortably. The historic “plantation-sized” beds reflect custom furniture from the 1890s, now updated with modern mattresses for optimal comfort.
Bay window lovers: Both Evergreen and Shadows feature beautiful bay windows. Evergreen’s include the built-in bench for relaxing, while Shadows’ bay windows complement the room’s rich, romantic atmosphere.
Planning Your Perfect Stay at our New Orleans Bed and Breakfast
Our antique “plantation-sized” beds reflect the custom furniture of the 1890s, when there were no standard bed sizes. Seven guestrooms now accommodate queen mattresses, with the Greenwood Suite featuring a king. This blend of historic authenticity and modern comfort defines the Grand Victorian experience.
The original architectural drawings of our home reside at Tulane University, where scholars study Thomas Sully’s contribution to New Orleans’ Garden District. When you stay with us, you become part of this ongoing story of preservation and hospitality that began when New Orleans was expanding along new streetcar lines in the 1890s.
Several of the plantations that inspired our room names remain open for tours, including Oak Alley, Evergreen, and Destrehan. Your stay at Grand Victorian offers the perfect starting point for exploring Louisiana’s complex history while experiencing the architectural ambition that shaped the Garden District.
Each stay supports the ongoing preservation of this Queen Anne landmark and gives you the rare chance to experience authentic New Orleans hospitality in a space that continues to reflect its time, place, and purpose.
Ready to experience the Garden District from inside a piece of New Orleans history?
