The Degas House

"Step back in time with a stay at the Degas House, a beautifully restored 1852 Greek Revival mansion once home to the maternal family of French Impressionist Edgar Degas."

Recommended For

Art lovers & history buffs
Stay in the historic home where Edgar Degas lived and painted during his time in New Orleans

Couples & honeymooners
Enjoy romantic suites with balconies, clawfoot tubs, and period furnishings

Cultural travelers
Tour the home, museum, and artist studio with insight from Degas’ descendants

Wedding parties
Host elegant ceremonies and receptions in the Degas House parlors or courtyard

Guest Rooms & Suites

Estelle Suite: Rich teal and cream décor, king four-poster bed, twin trundle bed, Victorian tub, private balcony
Jeanne Suite: Full and twin beds, antique furnishings, bath with tub/shower combo
Mathilde Suite: Two-bedroom suite with kitchen, whirlpool tub, private balcony, and elegant carved beds
William Bell Suite: Two-room suite with kitchen, courtyard balcony, two four-poster beds, and whirlpool tub
Desiree Room: Queen bed, courtyard view, two-person whirlpool and standing shower
Josephine Room: Queen bed, antique rocking horse, clawfoot tub, and Victorian charm
Garret Rooms: Cozy attic rooms with queen or twin beds, antique furnishings, and private baths (Gaston, Pierre, Carrie)

Included Amenities

Complimentary Creole breakfast served daily
Welcome glass of wine upon arrival
Free daily guided house and museum tour
Hair dryers, large-screen TVs, bathrobes, Keurig coffee makers, and wireless Internet in all rooms

Tours & Museum Experience

Breakfast & Tour: Includes Creole breakfast, home and studio tour, and the award-winning documentary *Degas in New Orleans: A Creole Sojourn*
Creole Impressionist Tour: Twice daily guided tour includes a walk along Esplanade Avenue and insight into Degas’ life and family, led by his grand-nieces

Weddings & Events

Indoor weddings in the elegant parlors with fireplaces and historic décor
Outdoor ceremonies in the brick-paved courtyard with fountain and garden ambiance
Receptions, showers, rehearsal dinners, and engagement parties welcomed
Nearby off-street parking for 90 guests and professional security included

Visitor Information

Address: 2306 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone: 504-821-5009
Website: degashouse.com

Insider Tip

Book a suite with a balcony for the best views of oak-lined Esplanade Avenue. Be sure to attend the house tour—Degas’ descendants share intimate stories and insights you won’t find anywhere else.