Gingham parish theatre
Four 19th-century parish buildings form an evocative enclave where neighborhood life mingles with church hall gatherings and theatrical guest quarters.
“It’s beautifully done; theatrical escapism, but with due reverence for the history of the old buildings.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
European antiques and custom gingham fabrics meet palette schemes drawn from religious icons.
Remarkable
Four restored 1860s Catholic parish buildings preserve original cypress mouldings and stained glass.
Notable
The Elysian Bar draws guests and locals for aperitivos across rectory parlours and courtyards.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
Its style is eclectic, bohemian, and romantic…there’s hardly a square inch of the Peter & Paul that’s not richly textured or appealingly weathered.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along residential Burgundy Street, the hotel sits a short stroll from Frenchmen Street and fifteen minutes on foot from the French Quarter.
The rooms
Canopy beds draped in custom Swiss gingham pair with hand-painted credenzas and palette shades lifted from religious icon paintings.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated swimming pool sits in a landscaped courtyard at Marigny Lido, flanked by striped deck chairs and loungers.
Yoga in the church
The deconsecrated 19th-century church hosts yoga sessions and sound baths beneath soaring stained-glass windows and historic pillars.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
The Elysian Bar
Created with the Bacchanal team, the rectory restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes and aperitivos across sunlit parlors and a glass atrium.
an elegant property that consists of four separate buildings – a church, rectory, schoolhouse and convent – all dating back to the 19th century.
At the table
An alligator tile mosaic fronts the poolside bar, and a private honor bar pours drinks for guests inside.
How it began
Architect Henry Howard designed the 1860s church and rectory, which anchored the neighborhood parish for over a century.
“preserve original features like cypress wood moldings, stained glass windows, and marble fireplaces, while adding signature details like antique chandeliers and custom rugs handmade in India.”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.