100% perfect stay. The location cannot be beat: 10 mins walk to the heart of the French Quarter, 5 min walk to Frenchmen St and all the music! So many great restaurants and bars a short walk away. The Mansion itself is gorgeous and so luxurious. I was thrilled every time we opened the main door and climbed the beautiful staircase to our balcony suite.
The room itself is sumptuously decorated and well appointed, and the balcony is such a wonderful treat. One could spend hours watching the view! It wasn't loud at all, except for the faint clip clop of horse drawn carriages, and the occasional boat whistle from the Mississippi. If one is not used to a window unit that may be an adjustment, but I was grateful since it was unseasonably warm.
In addition, while a full breakfast was not provided, the tea, coffee, yogurt, milk, and cereal bars were more than enough for a light snack or to get us going in the morning. Beth was available for all of my (very minor) inquiries, and we delighted in using the courtyard when the weather was right.
Five stars! We will be returning now that we found the ideal place in New Orleans. Bonus: watch Catpeople (1982) while staying at the Lanaux for a surreal and fun experience!