About the Hotel

The Maison Dupuy is situated at an ideal location in the French Quarter of New Orleans. A couple of blocks from the hustle and bustle of Bourbon Street, the Maison Dupuy is located in the heart of the charming, residential section of the French Quarter. Picturesque townhouses framed with wrought iron fences line narrow streets. Gas lamps cast a path through moonlight causing the visitor to hesitate, wondering if he’s in modern America or been transplanted somehow to an earlier century. There are hidden treasures within the graceful buildings.

The central point of many of these dwellings is, in fact, outdoors. Beautiful courtyards containing lush, tropical gardens are a characteristic of French Quarter architecture. The look is exotic and unique. Modern day French Quarter style is a product of three centuries’ evolution and reflects a mix of many cultural influences.

More than a Hotel

Meetings and Banquets – Businesses have the opportunity to make their events stand out by hosting meetings and banquets at the Maison Dupuy. With beautiful accommodations and the excitement of Bourbon Street only two blocks away, attendees will certainly look forward your meeting or banquet.

Courtyard Weddings – The courtyard of the Maison Dupuy is a much sought after location for picturesque French Quarter weddings. With more than 2,600 square feet of space for the ceremony and the reception, the Maison Dupuy can comfortably accommodate up to 200 guests.

French Quarter Wine Festival – One of the premier wine events in New Orleans, the French Quarter Wine Festival celebrates the perfect pairing of cuisine and wine. With dishes created by Chef Michael Farrell, attendees get fantastic food along with offerings from wineries around the world.

Restaurants – The Maison Dupuy offers two selections for diners. Le Meritage models its entire menu after the pairing of cuisine and wine from the French Quarter Wine Festival. For more casual fare, guests can venture over to the Bistreaux, which serves as a restaurant and bar. Don’t miss the piano styling of local jazz musician Paul Longstreth four nights a week.

History - The Beginning of the Maison Dupuy

The present day Maison Dupuy Hotel may typify French Quarter eclectic grandeur, but through the years the site represented function more than form. It was originally the location of the nation’s first cotton press. Later utilized for industry, the intersection of Rue Toulouse and Rue Burgundy housed various sheet metal companies. It wasn’t until the 1970s that the location was developed for the purpose of a hotel. After years of submitting plans to the historical preservation board, the Dupuy brothers were successful in earning the necessary approval, and the Maison Dupuy opened its doors in 1973. The Maison Dupuy is the last hotel to have been built in the historic French Quarter, as the Vieux Carre Commission banned the future development of hotels in that neighborhood in 1975.

The hotel was created by joining five neighboring townhouses. The buildings reflect an ornate style with French doors, long windows and wrought iron balconies draping many of the five floors. The interior of these adjoined brick edifices marks the perimeter of the French Quarter’s largest and most scenic courtyard. The centerpiece of the property, the courtyard exemplifies the romantic charm of the neighborhood. A bubbling, three-tiered, marble fountain is a focal point. Guests can enjoy the large swimming pool and outdoor dining day and night when the weather permits. Lush, tropical foliage shades the courtyard and creates a sense of privacy and intimacy in what is actually a large space. The mood is magical in the courtyard at the Maison Dupuy. It is a lovely locale to enjoy a lingering meal, celebrate a special occasion or just relax and appreciate what is unique New Orleans charm.