Southern Gothic nest
A charcoal-painted Victorian mansion sets an intimate Gothic mood, centered on wrought-iron double porches and a courtyard pool.
“One of the most striking among them is now The Blackbird, a charcoal-hued Victorian mansion reimagined as a 13-room boutique hotel...”
Where it shines
Notable
Charcoal-hued double porches open to jewel-toned rooms with original fireplaces and gilded mirrors.
Notable
A Victorian children's home preserved with wrought iron double porches and period fireplaces.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The Lower Garden District's former Prytania Oaks Hotel has been thoroughly overhauled by Dreamscape Hospitality, emerging with a Southern Gothic exterior: dark woods, wrought ironwork, Victorian detailing…
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Shaded by century-old trees, Prytania Street offers a quiet residential perch parallel to the St. Charles Avenue streetcar.
The rooms
Original fireplaces and gilded mirrors anchor the bedrooms, dressed in deep olive and forest greens.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The courtyard saltwater pool is heated in winter and chilled in summer, lined with palm trees and sculptural daybeds.
The Lobby Bar
The bar pours craft cocktails, tequilas, and whiskies beside a candlelit fireplace and dark botanical wallpaper.
Art Deco and Southern Gothic stylings make this new boutique hotel an immediately memorable addition to the architectural landscape of the Lower Garden District.
At the table
The Pool Bar serves cocktails and smash burgers outdoors, and Blackbird Café pours local roast coffee each morning.
How it began
The building originated as a Victorian children's home before operating as the Prytania Oaks Hotel for decades.
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How we rate hotels.
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.