French Market Inn Frequently Asked Questions

What time is check in and what time is check out? Can we request an early check in or late check out?

Check in is 4 PM. If your room is not ready upon arrival, we will pre-register your accommodations, store your bags, and call you on your cell phone when ready. Guests arriving before 4 PM may valet park their vehicle if space is available.

Check out is 11 AM. Late check outs are afforded whenever possible. Our hotel will park your vehicle until 12 PM on day of departure, after which additional hourly parking rates apply.

How do I store my baggage prior to checking in or after checking out?

For your convenience, if your room is not ready upon arrival we will store your bags in our facility and issue a claim check. If you need to store baggage after checking out, we can hold it for the entire day/evening of your departure date.

Do you provide shuttle service to and from the Airport to the hotel?

Airport Shuttle Inc. is a minibus/van service located at baggage claim that will bring you to our front door. The cost is $24.00 per person each way to and from the airport. To reserve your shuttle online, you must book 24 hours prior to your flight departure time. To book your ride, click here.

Taxi service is also available at baggage claim – $36.00 flat rate for 1 or 2 -OR- $15.00 per person if more than 2 persons riding.

Is parking available at your hotel?

Valet parking is available at all of our hotels with in and out service as needed. The cost of valet service is $34 per night plus tax – $38.51 total. If you experience any difficulties reaching our property due to special event traffic, please call (504) 561-5621 for direct guidance to our parking facility.

Is there a guest limit per room?

We allow two guests in our single bedded rooms, and up to four guests in our double bedded rooms. However, our regular room rates are based on two guest occupancy – any additional guests over the age of 13 are considered adults and will incur a charge of $20/guest per night.

Are your rooms nonsmoking? Is smoking allowed anywhere on property?

All guest rooms and indoor public areas are smoke free. Smoking is only allowed on exterior balconies or in outdoor public areas such as our hotel courtyard.

What room types are offered?

Our hotel offers four different room types: interior, petite, deluxe, and balcony. Our interior, deluxe and balcony accommodations are available as single and double bedded options. Our historic property dates back to the 1800s, and each of our rooms has its own distinct character. Due to our establishment’s historic nature, we have a level of variation in our room types – please note that pricing is based on the bed size present in the room. Find out more about our hotel accommodations and amenities by visiting our guest room page.