The Big Easy is known for jazz and Creole cuisine. New Orleans also allows locals and tourists to celebrate humanity during the Mardi Gras festivities. Since it is a place where American, Caribbean, African, and French cultures collide, a variety of experiences await guests who are heading here. You will find remarkable places in the city’s many historic districts and discover new stories on the bayous and the banks of the Mississippi. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit French Quarter. Before heading here, make sure to book accommodation that is as special as the city. Check out the top houseboat rentals in New Orleans, Louisiana, below.
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1. Furnished houseboat on Lake Pontchartrain (from USD 290)
This property on Lake Pontchartrain puts you close to the world’s longest continuous bridge over water, also known as Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. This floating accommodation is also near French Quarter and minutes from a championship golf course.
The property’s deck is on the roof, where you can sit quietly under the stars after a night out. During the day, you can go fishing but you have to bring the bait. Eight guests will have access to two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen, and various resort amenities, such as a pool.
New Orleans, LA, US
6.74 km (4.2 mi) from Joe W. Brown Park
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2. Deluxe accommodation for four sailors (from USD 3938)
You’ll find this furnished Airbnb satisfactory. It has two sleeping quarters with private baths and a spacious saloon with ample headroom. The interiors are air-conditioned, and you may use the kitchen to prepare simple, filling meals. It’s also anchored in a lake in New Orleans.
There’s a place to work if you need to wrap up a deal before going on holiday, and you have a deck for cocktails and sunset viewing. Book this deluxe vacation rental for a distinctive experience in Crescent City.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
4.51 km (2.8 mi) from Joe W. Brown ParkAccommodates: 4
3. Rub-n-Tug
Check out this luxury boat parked in South Shore Marina near downtown New Orleans. This Airbnb rental is all yours in the meantime. It comprises the main cabin, the lower cabin, and the upper deck with modern appliances, high-tech features, and cozy beddings. You’ll have access to a full fridge, a stove, and a bathroom with a shower.
The 40-ft (12-m) boat has central air-conditioning, a new sound system, and updated entertainment options. It’s possible to take a ride on the boat under the command of a capable captain if you inform the host. Two kayaks are ready to be launched if you feel like exploring the marina upon arrival.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
4.67 km (2.9 mi) from Joe W. Brown ParkAccommodates: 5
Live on the water in the Big Easy
Why stay in a typical hotel room if you can book a purpose-built floating accommodation? New Orleans is always full of surprises, especially for travelers who seek out new experiences avidly. For a special holiday, stay in one of the rentals listed above.
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