Ashton's Bed and Breakfast, New Orleans

I actually stayed here in March 2010 and had a great experience. The B&B was recommended by the friends that I was traveling with. Owners very courteous and service oriented. The food was top notch...Patrick is a great cook. The room was nicely accomodated. Patrick drove me back to the airport as well...a definite perk and extraordinary service!

I have stayed in many B&Bs throughout the U.S. and Europe, but none comes close to Ashton's. Ashton's B&B is an exquisite, historic New Orleans home beautifully maintained and restored (after Katrina) to its original form. Top notch in cleanliness, decor and amenities. The rooms are fabulous! Spacious & gorgeous with comfy beds, plush robes and Aveda toiletries. We were spoiled with Patrick's original recipe, HUGE gourmet breakfasts -- absolutely wonderful! Not only delicious, but the presentation is amazing - almost too beautiful to eat. But eat we did and all I can say is WOW! New Orleans is known for great food, but I'd have to say our favorite meals during our trip came from Patrick. Not only is a grand breakfast provided each day, but an endless supply of coffees, teas, refreshments, fruits, snacks, chocolates and baked goods are available & complimentary to guests 24 hours a day. Talk about being pampered!! Patrick will also be your "Tour Director Extraordinaire." A native of New Orleans, he knows the area like the back of his hand. He will kindly share ideas of places to see, best places to eat, current happenings, best music spots and directions on how to get to where you want to go. He has all the history and inside information on NOLA, which in itself is invaluable. The location of Ashton's B&B is perfect. It is within walking distance of the lively French Quarter, but in a quiet, historic neighborhood. If you arrive by car you will have the convenience and comfort of free secured parking. My daughter and I did not have a car and had no problem getting around. The city bus stops in front of the house and tour vans will gladly pick you up at Ashton's (and return you there or where ever you desire) and cabs arrive within a few minutes. The trolley car is an easy walk - only a few blocks away. We did it all: cabs, walking, tour vans, bus and trolley and had a blast! I can honestly say that our trip would not have been nearly as wonderful without the good fortune of staying with Patrick & Karma at Ashton's. I would never stay anywhere else while in NOLA. If Ashton's doesn't have a room available for my next trip, I will reschedule my travel plans around their availability. I'm not kidding!! Ashton's B&B is 100% first class -- it just doesn't get any better!

Ashton's is a grand home that has been carefully updated and restored, so well done that they earned an award from New Orleans for the quality. Breakfasts are truly gourmet events, served with professional care and far from skimpy. That Patrick also asks about your plans for the day, gives advice on what & where and is a trove of historical information adds to the pleasure. We spent 6 nights here, wish it was more, and will certainly return if we can visit NOLA again. The Esplanade location allowed us to walk to the quarter and back, and is also very convenient to City Park, Interstates and other places in the city. Ashton's is on the Esplanade Avenue grand homes tours.

My husband and I recently stayed at Ashton's Bed and Breakfast in New Orleans for five nights to celebrate our anniversary. Our trip was more fun (and more delicious, thanks to Ashton's!) than we ever could have imagined. Ashton's is located in a beautiful neighborhood on Esplanade Avenue in between the French Quarter and City Park. It is a quiet location and very easy to access all of New Orleans' points of interest by cab or by the city bus (which stops right in front of the B&B). Ashton's itself is a beautiful and historic mansion with eight rooms. We stayed in the Creole Queen room and it was gorgeous and so comfortable. The rooms are cleaned thoroughly everyday and your bathroom is stocked with Aveeda skin care products as well as bath salts. It is hard to describe the breakfast in words because it is so delicious. Patrick and Karma (the lovely innkeepers - Patrick is also the chef) alternate a sweet and savory breakfast everyday with dishes like bananas foster waffles, crepes with eggs, crab and a fancy creole cheese sauce, french toast with sweet potatoes, honey butter and pecans. And don't worry - the sweet breakfast is served with a side of bacon or sausage, and the savory breakfasts are served with a first course of coffee cake, muffins, or one day I think we had something Patrick called a "croissant flower" mmmmmm. There is also coffee, tea, and juice at breakfast, plus there are snacks and coffee out all day. They do not skimp on anything! Patrick and Karma are so nice and hospitable. They will answer all of your questions, chat with you about the city, and can recommend delicious restaurants. Ashton's is also and excellent bargain - I couldn't believe we got all this for the price we paid. We can't wait to go back!!!

From the moment we arrived we were made welcome. The room was one of the most beautiful I have stayed in in the entire USA and the breakfast is without peer. My wife thinks it is the most romantic place she has been in any city and after 20 years of marriage that is a very good thing. It was an oasis of peace in the middle of city that has a reputation for being a bit raucous and has spoiled us for staying anywhere else in New Orleans. The hosts quickly became friends and were always ready with a kind word or suggestions on how to get the most from our time there, with their intimate knowledge of the nightlife. I got more enjoyment from sitting on the veranda, smoking a cigar and watching the world go by. The thing I found most disappointing about Ashton's was the necessity of our leaving.

I researched a long time for where to stay on our 20th anniversary trip, and knew that New Orleans was the destination, having been through while working in the area. All the other places that I found didn't have the whole package I was looking for: charm, comfort, wonderful breakfast, a peaceful getaway, security, free parking (also secure) and a good central location. Patrick made the stay perfect, accomodating specific requests for our arrival. He is your on-site New Orleans expert and gave great advice for whatever we interested in doing and didn't steer us wrong one time. We stayed in the Creole Queen which was just perfect. The room is much like the pictures on the website and I loved the walk-in shower and jacuzzi tub. The bathrobes were great and I purchased one as a souvenir of this great time. The breakfasts were out-of-this world. I'm not usually a big breakfast eater, but I made the attempts for this. The eggs benedict with the tasso and many other complementary spices in the hollandaise were to die for! With all the tourists in the area, this is a great opportunity to be able to take in the city at your own pace and have a place to escape to for some peace and quiet. I will recommend this highly to all my friends and family as the #1 place to stay if ever visiting New Orleans.

Very comfortable, big rooms, great breakfast! Will stay there for all my visits to New Orleans!

My new husband and I honeymooned at Ashton's and I can't say enough good things about it. Karma and Patrick made us feel so welcome and the house itself is absolutely incredible. We can't wait to return for our next visit!!! (And breakfast is DIVINE!!) This is old fashioned southern hospitality at it's very best and I would happily recommend this establishment to anyone visiting the NOLA area!

As first time bed and breakfast visitors, we were a bit nervous about the close, intimate quarters of a home. My husband and I stayed 2 nights in the Creole Queen room. The room was clean, large and cozy. The bathroom had a jacuzzi for 2 and walk in shower, all newly renovated. The house itself is a masterpiece and offers lots of privacy. The breakfast was incredible and large. The owners serve a full breakfast at your convenience in the morning. They leave snacks, drinks, and fresh baked goods out all day. It's a great place to escape for a restful weekend or a sightseeing vacation in the city. The only downfall is the location which is a short cab ride from the French Quarter. We recommend this place.

I cannot say enough good things about Ashton's Bed and Breakfast. I stayed there for the weekend and everything from the atmosphere to the location were perfect. I stayed in Room #2 and liked it very much. While the house is very nice and cute, the two things that set this Bed and Breakfast apart are the food and the host. New Orleans is known for its wonderful food, but my favorite meal was still a breakfast I had at this B&B (Sweet potato stuffed french toast). The host, Patrick, also offers many invaluable tips tailored to your interests. Make sure to take some time in the morning to talk to him after you eat as he has many wonderful stories about New Orleans and about the history of all of its famous foods. I have never once bothered to rate a hotel online before, but I had to share this wonderful experience!