This place has been in the b&b biz for 28 years, so they're probably doing something right here. The five rooms vary in size but all have private entrances and private bathrooms. Perk alert: parking is free.

The ratings are pretty spectacular at this b&b, a Victorian mansion that dates back to 1892. Rumored to have once been a "gentleman's club," the rooms are named after the ladies who may have um, entertained here back in the day. There's free parking, a fully stocked honor bar, and complimentary wine and cheese on Friday and Saturday evenings.

A mansion dating back to 1883, The Columns is just as much a bar and hoppin' brunch spot as it is a 20-room hotel. Those willing to pay the price should try to score room 16, which has floor-to-ceiling windows that open to a private balcony.

Built in 1893 by famous New Orleans architect, Thomas Sulley, this Garden District mansion is an 8-room b&b with antique-filled bedrooms, private bathrooms, and a porch and balconies overlooking St.Charles Ave.

This 132-room boutique property hit the Uptown hotel scene last year after a $16.9 million makeover. Get the Mardi Gras executive suite for Carnival season, with a separate parlor and balcony overlooking the parade route.

Built in 1927, the 14-story hotel (which was an old folks home for a while) has 82 suites which range from standard studios in the $140/night range to a two-bedroom, two-bath 1,125-sq.ft. penthouse for $1,200/night.

A collection of historic homes has been turned into this 113-room hotel with 15 suites, all opening to one of three patios. There's an outdoor pool and hot tub set-up and hotel guests get complimentary passes to the St. Charles Athletic Club across the street.

An 1840s townhouse is now a nine-room, pet-friendly b&b in the Lower Garden District with a gorgeous tropical courtyard and a heated saltwater pool (clothing optional, by the way!).