What is Gentilly like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that New Orleans's Gentilly neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Lakefront Arena and Frenchmen Street as part of your Gentilly travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Gentilly?

Expedia customers rank New Orleans RV Resort & Marina the highest for a stay in Gentilly. Another top choice in the area is Royal Inn of New Orleans .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Gentilly area?

Expedia has 69 hotels and other accommodation options in Gentilly to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater New Orleans area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gentilly, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Gentilly.

What can I see and do in this New Orleans neighbourhood?

Lakefront Arena, Frenchmen Street and Lake Pontchartrain are just a few attractions to check out in Gentilly. A visit to University of New Orleans - East Campus is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Gentilly include New Orleans City Park North Course Driving Range, Bayou Oaks at City Park and Pan-American Stadium. While you're out sightseeing, St Roch Cemetery & Chapel and St. Louis Cemetery are a couple of additional sights to visit in New Orleans.

Top 10 Gentilly Hotels of 2026

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1. Royal Inn of New Orleans

Gentilly

Steve

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building and greenery.

2. Hampton Inn New Orleans French Quarter Market Area

Faubourg Marigny, 5.9 km from Gentilly

Tameka

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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3. Alder Hotel Uptown New Orleans

10.1 km from Gentilly

Aireca

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel named 'COPELAND TOWER' with a modern architectural design, featuring multiple balconies and large windows.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites At Copeland Tower

10.5 km from Gentilly

Antwannette

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a wardrobe, and a plant.

5. Redamo Suites

12 km from Gentilly

Krystallyn

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a patterned floor, a bed with white linens, a bench, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center

Arts/Warehouse District, 8.5 km from Gentilly

Misty

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A St. Charles hotel entrance with outdoor seating and a gated patio area.

7. St. Charles Inn

Touro, 10.7 km from Gentilly

Scott

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern lobby with brick walls, large windows, and a mix of seating areas including sofas and armchairs.

8. St Charles Coach House, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Faubourg Lafayette, 9.3 km from Gentilly

Holly

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a window with curtains.

9. Comfort Suites New Orleans East

9.3 km from Gentilly

Darryl

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a reception desk, and a clock on the wall.

10. Clarion Hotel & Suites New Orleans Airport

10.5 km from Gentilly

Christina

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A courtyard with a fire pit, yellow chairs, and a pergola.

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Metairie (New Orleans), LA

10.1 km from Gentilly

Sheridan

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern bar area with seating, a counter, and a kitchen in the background.

12. Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center

Arts/Warehouse District, 8.4 km from Gentilly

Mary

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel entrance with a double door, columns, and a sign reading "LADY HENRIETTA HOUSE HOTEL".

13. Lamothe House

Faubourg Marigny, 5.9 km from Gentilly

Beth Lenore

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A narrow hallway leading to a bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed pictures on the walls.

14. Hotel Royal

French Quarter, 6.2 km from Gentilly

Mary

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden paneling, a chandelier, and curtains.

15. The Pontchartrain Hotel

Lower Garden District, 9.4 km from Gentilly

Brittany

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A lobby with a bench, chandeliers, elevators, and a reception desk.

16. Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans

Arts/Warehouse District, 7.6 km from Gentilly

Sebastian

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A bar area with wooden chairs and a bar counter, featuring a mix of hanging and pendant lights.

17. The Mercantile Hotel New Orleans

Arts/Warehouse District, 7.9 km from Gentilly

Mary

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A lobby with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a round table, and a chandelier.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans-Elmwood/Clearview Pkway, LA

14.3 km from Gentilly

Christina

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a palm tree planter.

19. Holiday Inn New Orleans - Downtown Superdome by IHG

New Orleans Central Business District, 7.3 km from Gentilly

Scott

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a covered entrance area, and a well-lit lobby.

20. Hyatt House New Orleans/Downtown

New Orleans Central Business District, 7.6 km from Gentilly

Abran

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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