I stayed 4 nights at the Royal Street Courtyard during the Essence Music Festival July 2-6, 2009 As soon as I arrived, I was given a tour of the property The manager, Phillip, was down-to-earth and treated everyone like family My room ...

This place deserves the rave reviews it receives. Phillip is wonderfully helpful and welcoming, and The Royal Street Courtyard is in a great location (we didn't need to use our car during our stay). I would recommend The Royal Street ...

Me, Thomas Kennedy & my girlfriend Amy went up to Royal st. courtyard for a Sunday / Monday get away. We will be heading back quite often. We have found the perfect place in nola to take a break from our very busy lives in Lafayette. The spot is away from the loud areas of bourbon/ canal BUT still within a few blocks of the French market. The surrounding neighborhood is nice with many nice people around. Great local shops with down to earth non-intrusive staffs are also right around the corner. Phillip the owner was a perfect host & read us very well. He recommended the best place to eat that was NOT the normal tourist trap that we avoid. Honestly it was the best meals out I’ve had in years. The grounds are serine & calming. Very clean place, great breakfast in the morning & well light/safe at night. Nothing overdone & thank god there is a hot tub that functioned properly on the grounds. Last but not least the price is lower than most hotels in the area. I am so grateful for that. If you want a TRUE nola experience everything you need is within a 5-block radius of the royal street courtyard.

Not only is this a beautiful building, but it's in a great location. A quiet yet colorful neighborhood that's away from the hustle and bustle of town but only a nice walk away. Phillip gave us great restaurant recommendations, and he and David made us feel at home and welcome. They really love their city. Our room was just right and the courtyard is heavenly - I wouldn't have minded drinking iced coffee from the shop down the street and reading my book in the courtyard the whole time. I would definitely stay at the Royal Street Courtyard again.‎

Stayed in this B&B 7/9 thru 7/13. The proprietor personally opened the door for us when we arrived, gave us recommendations for nearby dining, ensured breakfast (continental) was ready and that all needs were met.

We'll be staying here again!