La Dauphine, Residence des Artistes
2316 rue Dauphine,
New Orleans, LA
(504) 948-2217
Rates: $55-$75
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La Dauphine, Residence des Artistes, is a very laid back guest house for the budget-minded traveler. No attitude. Located in the bohemian, artsy part of town, 4 blocks from the French Quarter. Bicycles are provided, and airport pick up is possible for those staying a few nights. A mellow, village-like atmosphere prevails throughout the neighborhood. There are two dogs in the house: Hoshi and Tanuki-- highly intelligent Japanese Shiba Inu's. They are mellow also. The Alec Baldwin Suite features a four-poster Louisiana cypress queen bed. Others are king and queen-sized. Charming, renovated Victorian, 100-year-old house. Very relaxed.

Your host is Ray Ruiz, a travel writer and photographer, who lived in San Francisco for 22 years, and is a native New Orleanian. He is happy to clue you in to the local scene, especially regarding Cajun & Creole food and restaurants, art, antiques, architecture and music. You will be well cared for. Guests have access to the kitchen and washer/dryer, and rooms have TV/VCR and phone. A complimentary video orientation to the city, produced by your host, is provided in each room. Rates are higher for events such as Mardi Gras, Halloween and Southern Decadence (Labor Day). Each room has an assigned private bath down the hall.