West Lake Forest Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit West Lake Forest
Things to do
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Top hotels in West Lake Forest
The Westin New Orleans
"Breakfast and other food/drinks were overpriced. Also there was no pool! That was a disappointment. Lastly I was unaware of the destination fee so the surprise charge was a disappointment as well."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"It is always exceptional!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"My husband and I booked a deluxe King room for our escape from the kids. We arrived three hours early, and the hotel held our luggage while we explored the city. When we returned and received our keys, we found out we had been assigned a two-queen room. The front desk told us that all the king beds ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
"The hotel was beautiful. It was clean, up to date and the staff were always willing to help and very polite. We felt completely safe there. Would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"We enjoyed our time there and the location was perfect."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
"Joshua at the front desk was absolutely awesome! B, the pool attendant was great as well! They are the reasons I'll be back soon."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West Lake Forest
- French Quarter
- New Orleans Central Business District
- Arts/Warehouse District
- Garden District
- Lower Garden District
French Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.
New Orleans Central Business District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
Arts/Warehouse District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like National World War II Museum and Ogden Museum of Southern Art are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.
Lower Garden District
Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum.
