The Green House Inn, New Orleans

The Green House Inn - A restored 1840s B&B with a clothing-optional saltwater pool in the Lower Garden District

Located in the historic Lower Garden District, this New Orleans hotel occupies a lovingly restored 1840s house featuring exposed cypress beams and original heart of pine floors. The 3-star Green House Inn combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering rooms equipped with deluxe king-size beds, private bathrooms with Italian tile showers, individual climate controls, and flat-screen TVs. A complimentary continental breakfast includes coffee, tea, orange juice, croissants, muffins, toast, fresh fruit, yogurt, and boiled eggs. The centerpiece is a tree-shaped saltwater swimming pool with waterfalls and fiber optic lighting, accompanied by an oversized Jacuzzi-style hot tub in a semi-tropical garden setting. Free WiFi and a broadband-connected PC with printer are available throughout the property. The B&B sits within walking distance of notable restaurants like Blue Giant, Magazine Pizza, and Emeril's Delmonico, while The National WWII Museum is 0.5 miles away and the Morial Convention Center is 0.5 miles from the property.

Pros

24/7 access to complimentary amenities including ice maker, nuts, fresh fruit, candy, and microwave popcorn

Second-floor rooms offer direct stair access to the garden and pool area

Advance arrangements available for special touches like flowers, wine, pralines, or balloons

Tours of the historic 1840s property available from 10am-4pm with prior notice

Cons

Clothing-optional pool area may not suit all travelers

Some rooms require climbing stairs to access