Bayou St. John Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit Bayou St. John
Stay near popular Bayou St. John attractions
Things to do
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans
Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Ticket
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in Bayou St. John
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"This was a perfect location to immerse yourself in the French Quarter. We looked forward to the pool courtyard everyday. Lei at check-in desk was THE BEST! I travel a lot and rarely get friendly service like hers. A definite asset to the hotel and my stay!!"
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026
The Westin New Orleans
"For context, we arrived in the middle of the night. The gentleman at the front desk was helpful and professional, but unfortunately he seemed to have been thrown under the bus by management - there was a long line of people checking in, and he was on his own. I asked him whether there was no valet ..."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"I had ants in my bed in the hotel told me the next day. He has to address it for me."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"For the price and fun location this hotel is 5 stars. It has a great history and has that authentic feel for an older hotel. We stayed for two nights. The Front Desk staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They offer free water at the front desk. They gave us some information about the area. We ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Bayou St. John
- 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 Caesars Superdome, 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 Contemporary Arts Center and National World War II Museum 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 Magazine Street or Lafayette Cemetery 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 Magazine Street.
