Degas House

The history in this house and in this part of town is amazing. We didn’t know a ton about Degas before staying there but we were interested in learning. We went to a couple of the local art museums and looked at several of the original Degas artworks. The house has such an amazing feeling to it. I’m sure some renovations have had to be done over the years but it feels just as if it’s been untouched for over 100 years. It’s a beautiful place to stay. David was amazing and very helpful. It’ such a unique place with a cool history. We definitely hope to stay there again at some point in the future.

I was thrilled to share a New Orleans wedding experience with a friend, unfortunately the Degas House owner has been reluctant to address an issue of a double booking. Yes, the room, the only room booked for the exact same dates, for the same person was booked twice, and consequently, I was charged twice. An honest mistake somehow, and this would not have caused Daid, the owner to lose another booking as he claims, yet he refuses to respond to my emails, texts, or phone call. $862.52 for 2 nights in the Jeanne Garret room, top floor, no windows, which I understood when I booked the room has let a bitter memory of what should have been a perfect one. I will not go into the other concerns I heard as this is the only one affecting my stay.

The Degas house is very cute and we did have a nice stay! The staff was very nice and welcoming! However, they are a little disorganized. Be sure to plan ahead, the website does tell you to call at least 24 hours ahead to plan your check in process. We used a third party app to book, so we weren’t aware of this. They were flexible and ended up having our room ready for us after a few hours after showing up. We were lucky that staff was there at the time we showed up and were able to get access. However, we did have to call a couple times (once for an extra towel bc there were 2 of us and only one towel our in our bathroom and the another time upon checkout since no staff were present). Both times we called were during what is listed as office hours according to both the website and the binder that contains guest guidelines in the room. No one answered either time and the voicemail box was completely full. Upon checkout on a Monday morning, no one was there during the listed business hours. The binder tells you to lock the key in the lockbox if no one is in the office. The code in the binder must’ve been outdated because it did not match the amount of digits on the lockbox that they currently have. I tried calling the office & was again met by a full voicemail box. I then proceeded to call the after hours number listed in the guest binder. I didn’t receive an answer, so I left a voicemail. I felt bad because I couldn’t lock the keys up anywhere, so I ended up just having to leave them in our room, unlocked. This place has a lot of potential, but definitely needs a little bit better of organization.

I wish I could rate the Degas House, especially Dave and Adrianne, far beyond five stars. While warm, gracious hospitality is common in New Orleans, what truly set the Degas House apart was the overwhelming love we walked into. Miss Adrianne made my party and me feel genuinely welcomed and cared for from the moment we stepped out of our Uber. The house itself is full of rich history, but it’s the service and intentional care we received during our stay that made this experience unforgettable. The decor in the rooms is stunning, and the attention to detail throughout the house feels both curated and deeply personal. Every space radiates charm, warmth, and purpose. The entire staff helped create a welcoming environment that exceeded every expectation. I truly can’t say enough amazing things about this place. It’s more than a stay, it’s an experience filled with heart.

We’ve photographed several weddings at Degas House and it never disappoints. It’s got that perfect blend of historic charm and NOLA romance. The courtyard always makes for a dreamy ceremony spot, especially in the evening, and the whole venue feels intimate without being cramped. The team is great to work with and knows how to keep the day moving while still letting couples enjoy every moment. Highly recommend if you’re after a venue with real character and a timeless vibe.

We stayed at the Degas House just this past weekend (Memorial Day Weekend), and had the most wonderful time. The neighborhood, which may appear a little sketchy to those not accustomed to multicultural communities, was fantastic. We felt safe at all times. ||Oddly, there were no other overnight guests, so we had the home to ourselves. That said, the rooms provided extensive privacy. Even if the house was full, we would have been very okay with it. ||The rooms themselves were beautifully decorated. Copies of Degas' work are in all the rooms and halls, as well as lovely furniture, and it is very clean. ||It was listed as a Bed and Breakfast, but they only served breakfast on the weekends. If I were to suggest anything, I would say laying out some breakfast pastries for the guests during the weekdays would be a nice gesture. ||We loved our stay. We will for sure be back. The Staff was over welcoming and very accommodating. David, the owner, knows his Degas history without question, and the two women working for him went above and beyond to make sure that we were taken care of. Thank you for allowing us into your wonderful home!!

If there are any impressionists, poets, composers, child prodigies, pianoteurs, romantic comedy writers, or silent actors left in the world, the Degas House is the place for you. Balzac would find a garret to escape his debt collectors and mistresses. I come here to write and relax. A European experience like none other. The curator and his staff were splendid. ||Allen Emerson

Cant say enough positive things about our entire wedding experience at the Degas House back in March. Our wedding day was truly special. We rented both houses out for the entire weekend and got married Saturday night. Admittedly, we had a couple issues with the house/rooms themselves(i.e. a couple of the AC units in the rooms were out on arrival), However staff worked very quickly in restoring and fixing these issues which we really appreciated. Ali, Mickey and David the owner were all so friendly, helpful and were all very passionate about making our day special. The bar service, including the manager Alvin was awesome. Everyone involved worked tirelessly to make sure everything came to fruition which it did. The wedding itself was beautiful under the lights in the patio, and the reception was even better. Highly recommend Degas House for your Wedding.

My husband and I enjoyed a tour of the Degas House today with Joanie, one of his grand-nieces. We just happened to be the only two booked this morning, so it felt really special. She is, of course, a fount of information and history about the family, Degas' paintings, the house itself...as an art lover, this tour was fascinating to me and Joanie herself was as lovely and personable as can be. It's a bed and breakfast now, and weddings and other special events are held here, and another grand niece gives painting lessons to groups from time to time. Amazing lesson in art history as well as New Orleans history

This place is really cool. It's where he stayed in New Orleans at a certain time and does have some of his art there. Now split into two different buildings, you do need a reservation for a tour and the tour guide is actually a real relative of Edgar Degas himself which was really cool. Very interesting.

This is a historic space that I've attended events at and it also operates as a bed and breakfast. The noted French artist, Edgar Degas, lived here and produced some of his art here completing 18 paintings and 4 drawings before moving back to Paris. This is the only remaining home and studio of Degas who lived here for only five months when he stayed here with his mother's family during 1872 to 1873. It is a nice space for an event and it looks like it would also be an interesting place to stay at if you wanted a bed and breakfast experience. Overall this is certainly a nice spot to visit if you're in the area.

We spent Thanksgiving in New Orleans and invited two friends from Dallas to meet us. We were truly excited to have friends stay here, only two blocks from a property which we own, as we've been looking for a convenient non-airbnb type place for friends and family when we're all in town. The owner was pleasant and accommodating on phone calls and advised on Thanksgiving day that he would be away from the house, having dinner with friends. He was kind enough to upgrade both rooms and left clear directions via voicemail on how to access Degas House. We arrived early evening on Thursday just as it was getting dark outside, to bring luggage up to the rooms where our friends were staying. Degas House is charming with large rooms downstairs and an old, yet elegant staircase to the second floor. The upgraded rooms were located on the second floor at the front of the home. One room faced Esplanade, with a large gallery, and the other room was just behind the first. The rooms were large. A quick look at the bathrooms revealed claw foot tubs with shower curtains. Air registers in the ceilings of the rooms appeared near black from an apparent lack of cleaning. The bath robes smelled musty. The second bedroom from the front only had a trickle of cold water at the bathroom sink. All of these things were minor and easy to dismiss as we knew the home was old, but are things you expect to be addressed on a regular basis. The first night of the two night stay ended with one of our friends being cold throughout the night as the heat in her bedroom (closest to Esplanade) did not work. This was reported the following morning. Also, breakfast, which our friends understood would be served on Friday morning, was not available at the advertised time. Just before 10 AM on Friday morning, the owner responded to a message from one of our friends who was inquiring about breakfast and someone did arrive just before 10 AM, and offered to make breakfast for our friends, who declined breakfast as they were preparing to leave for the day. They did accept coffee which was prepared for them. Breakfast was served on Saturday morning, as advertised, although I don't know if our friends stayed and ate. Also, on Friday, our friends were advised that the great-granddaughter of Degas would not be available for a tour, as previously indicated. Friday night's stay revealed the heat in the front room had not been repaired and unfortunately, our friend who stayed in the front bedroom, got very little sleep over two nights. Our friends were also offered suggestions about dining options, being advised by the Owner that Cafe Degas is now a second generation restaurant and is not as good as it once was, and Santa Fe restaurant, very near Cafe Degas, would be an excellent choice for a meal. As someone who grew up in New Orleans and first went to Cafe Degas when it opened around 1986, and as someone who frequents Cafe Degas and Santa Fe when in town, I can offer without hesitation that Cafe Degas is a truly wonderful spot for lunch, dinner, or brunch. In fact, I ate at Cafe Degas on Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, and we had brunch at Cafe Degas yesterday (Saturday after Thanksgiving). Both meals were excellent. The service, as always, was phenomenal. The Owners and employees are terrific and we have chosen Cafe Degas for many special family events and moments, and dinners with friends, over the past 35+ years. I also had lunch at Santa Fe on Friday (restaurant recommended by the Owner of Degas House). I have eaten at Santa Fe dozens of times. I enjoyed my meal. Santa Fe is less than a block from Cafe Degas and is a good, convenient spot for a meal, with a somewhat more casual menu than Cafe Degas. Cafe Degas and Santa Fe offer two different dining experiences. My two-star review stems from 1) the apparent failure of the owner of Degas House to offer reasonable compensation for the lack of heat in one room and the failure to provide breakfast on Friday, during the advertised times; 2) the failure to provide a tour with the great granddaughter of Degas, as indicated; and 3) the apparent lack of maintenance to such items as ceiling registers and the failure to provide robes and curtains that didn't smell musty. The issue regarding the Owner's opinion of restaurants is his to offer. We all have our opinions of restaurants, and I disagree with his. With a little more attention to detail, some maintenance, and follow-through to provide meals and tours as indicated, this could be a truly wonderful and convenient spot in a historic section of New Orleans.

Made a reservation by phone for a Saturday morning brunch and guided tour. Arrived at 9 to find the left house locked up, the courtyard set up for a wedding, and the right house filled with a wedding party. Attempts to contact the staff by phone were unsuccessful, our calls were unreturned.

Degas House was great. Late check-in and late check-out couldn't have been easier and I got a surprise upgrade. Period rooms were gorgeous, and the hit of my stay was breakfast with Akira. Best shrimp and grits I have ever had--fluffy grits and perfectly cooked shrimps. A few details to spruce up, a little dusty corner and a coverlet as an extra blanket, but the location could not be beat (fab coffee shop down the way, a great stroll to the quarter down Esplanade) and so nice to stay in a place with character rather than a drab hotel room. Three thumbs up.

Simply AMAZING!!! This beautifully gem nestled in a quaint old neighborhood is a must do when you're in New Orleans. The staff is amazing, courteous and friendly. Matthew and Precious were highly attentive and efficient. Each course was served with a delightful description. The aroma lured you into the dinning room and the flavorful taste of each dish will keep you coming back for more. We will certainly be stopping in on our next trip to New Orleans. Beautifully charming!

I absolutely loved this tour. You should definitely come for breakfast, then do the tour. I had just finished reading Victoria Finlay's book "Color" a natural history of the Palette and it was so interesting to learn about how impressionism could never have happened without aluminum tubes being created. There was a small callout about Degas in the book and then to see the house where he painted and began his style in New Orleans was so cool. Really enjoyed learning about Degas and the timeline which gave a great visual of the history that Degas lived through.

Lovely knowledgeable tour guide! I was one of three on my tour and it was such an intimate and special experience learning more about Degas' life in NOLA.

My friends and I had a tour of the Degas house and a walking tour around the block with Liz, our tour guide. Liz was excellent and we really enjoyed our experience. We learned so much about Degas, his art, and his family. Just standing in the studio where he painted was reason enough to be there. Do yourself a favor and take a tour. You'll be so happy that you did.

I did the breakfast and tour package. During breakfast, I found out this is also a bnb. Who knew? Not me. The breakfast was spot on yummy. Prepared by two sweet sisters, too. I had the cheese omelette w/ Creole tomato sauce. Coffee and water and juice available. Fancy adult beverages available, but I refrained. I dined with some grandparents and their grandson from the Chicago area. After breakfast, I had about a half hour before my tour. The sisters unlocked the museum half ( more on that later) and I read some of the history timeline on the wall. There was just one other attendee on my tour. Art nerds unite. The tour guide's last name is Musson and she's a relation to the original owners about four generations removed. This tour is worth doing. You won't get original art viewings ( Degas has had works sell in the multiple millions, so I get it). You will get an excellent and interesting history lesson about the artist, his family, his works and the neighborhood. Highly recommend.

Lovely tour! Worth the money and time to connect with the more personal side of Degas and his precious niece. Fascinating story and life. Beautiful home.

The Degas House's owner David does not bother to concern himself with the health, safety, or well-being of his guests, employees, nor this beautiful piece of history. He chose to ignore countless warnings from the Chef that the stove and oven in his kitchen was improperly maintained, not serviced as required, not in proper/safe working condition, causing flame blowbacks, and leaking gas (to the extent of getting sick and headaches); as well as even disregarding guest reports of "strong gas smell" permeating all the way upstairs (guest's rooms). He refused to get the stove serviced and repaired; then fired said Chef for (after nearly a week of his continued disregard/dismissal of the issue) reporting it and refusing to use the stove until it was fixed and the leaking gas issue remedied. *stay tuned for a profusion of arrogant, egomaniacal rhetoric based on the world according to him in response...

This review is only for the house tour, as I did not stay in the B&B or use their catering/event space. I booked the tour online very easily. The tour lasts about 1.5 hours, which includes a viewing of a documentary made about Degas. I was the only one on my tour so I had the benefit of a private tour. It was lovely and informative. After viewing the movie, you are directed to a series of photos in the same building where the movie is shown. The photos give a nice explanation of his family and how he arrived in New Orleans. Thereafter, you are brought into the main house to see a series of living rooms and other pictures, including reproductions of his works. I am a bit of an antique furniture nut/nerd, and it was interesting to see older French inspired pieces. My guide had lots of knowledge about the history of the house and its contents. I was also pleased to learn that the only work he sold to a museum that is located about 45 minutes from my house here in France. I can't wait to go see it. Keep in mind that the tour is a little pricey but the cost helps keep the museum afloat. It also may not be for everyone but I would recommend it for those who are art or antique fans. There are also a couple of cats on the premises who are charming hosts. Especially the tortie!

We wanted this to be a good tour and experience. Unfortunately it just wasn't. As a fan of Degas and his works I knew we'd be visiting the house and not an art museum, and I wasn't expecting to see any original pieces of artwork. There are other museums to have that experience. Here's the thing; please don't start what is to be a 60-90 minute tour by forcing us to watch a 30-40 minute PBS documentary from the late 90's that is definitely showing its age. We're actually HERE! I'm on vacation to see and experience things that I can't from home and while I may not be able to find this exact film due to its age and quality, I can certainly watch other award-winning documentaries about Degas from the comfort of my home. There are times that a multimedia experience can add to the overall impact of an in-person experience, but if you are going to do anything...do it right. Get a quality multimedia setup and not a cheap $100 TV with no speakers that muffles the narrator's voice and makes it tough to impossible for a room to understand. If you are going to show a film, do it well. If you are going to show a film, let your docent expound on that information and not criticize or contradict it for being wrong. Our docent made multiple statements that a couple facts in the video were wrong and "they don't know what they are talking about". Your own docent then diminishes the experience that you just asked us to enjoy. The docent was rude and curt throughout...often stumbling mightily over her tour points and complaining about everything; the computers aren't working, someone moved my demonstration, I think this rule is stupid, etc. She also at one time in the tour insulted a tour attendee not in our party who sneezed, demanded no one look at their phones during the tour otherwise she'd lose her train of thought, and more. Regardless of her connection to Degas and the home, her attitude diminished the experience. Finally, don't expect anything original here. No original paintings or artwork which is to be expected. But even the elements on the tour are of the quality of a class project and certainly not up to the standards of a quality experience...outside of your memories of your 4th grade classroom. Poster board diagrams, a meddling timeline of his life on computer printouts taped to one wall, etc. Again, if you need a visual aid, do it right. Hire a professional or spend some time at Kinkos to have quality visual aids and materials created that show your passion for Degas and your tour experience. This should have been at most a 30 minute tour, not 90, and an experienced, nice, and well presented tour and guide would have improved the experience. As for the personal attacks by the business owner in their response, it should come as no surprise. At every turn they were curt and unprofessional and their response indicative of that. It should be noted that I've left over 10 positive reviews of the experience we had in New Orleans on our 6 day vacation...and only 2 negative ones.

We recently stayed at the Degas House for our 4 night stay in New Orleans. We stayed in a garret room with no window and although I thought no window would be an issue it ended up being awesome. It was so quiet and dark that we slept so soundly. We enjoyed the tour that was included with our room as well as the daily breakfast. The cooks were easily able to accommodate any requests. Everyone was so nice and welcoming it felt like going to visit relatives.

Our tour of the Degas House was incredibly engaging. I originally thought it might feel a bit too long after two hours, but the time flew by because it was so interesting and our tour guide was exceptional. She was incredibly knowledgeable and very passionate about the history of the house. The artwork was inspiring and knowing more about it's background brought more appreciation to the paintings I have always grown up admiring. It also taught me many little things about New Orleans, the people and even some things about architecture. This was a highlight of our trip to New Orleans.

Was so stoked when coming across this site when bookmarking things to do when in NoLA. Being a long time admirer of Degas works I was sold. Home not only offers tours, it doubles as a B&B and hosts weddings. Had a 1:45pm booking for a tour. It began similiar to a grade school presentation on show and tell day. A video was shown to give guests a 30 min overview of Degas life. Posterboards w/prints and clippings exhibited info and works of artist until it was time for "docent" to guide us through property. Tour guide was quick to mention direct familial relationship to the Degas family tree. So with that mentioned I assumed guests would be in for an in depth review of works and history. Not the case. House does not display any original works by artist. Instead prints which I thought were trademark to artist style were glossed over. Guests were instead given info on family tree, how estate was split into two separate lots, and shown an area the artist claimed as his studio. Tour guide was pleasant and informative on essential details pertaining to lineage not artists craft, style, thoughts behind works, etc. Sadly estate seems to used mostly for profits in room boardings, tours, and wedding party bookings. I felt I would have received more info from a Wikipedia blog than this tour. Although it was a treat to walk on the same grounds as he. Was quite dissapointed overall.

I recommend not eating there until there kitchen is fully operational and up to code.

This tour is horrible. So the people running the place are nice, that's fine. But really all you get is a history lesson of their family tree. Not one original piece is there. They have a "studio" room where they think he did his work... the pieces there are from another artist. How do you make fake drafts? They show you a poster board of print-outs from the internet-- sorta like a biography report you did back when you were in the 3rd grade. This place is a bed and breakfast... the rooms are themed by who they believe stayed in each room. It's just all phony, and a rip off for $28! You won't learn a thing about his personality, or why he painted the way he did.

Very lovely Bed & Breakfast. Stayed here for a 'stay-cation' and truly enjoyed it. We had the Mathilda suite. It has a lovely balcony that looks out over Esplanade that was soooo relaxing. I would give 5 stars but the jacuzzi tub in my room did not work :( Everything else was nice. The rooms and bathroom was clean and there were drinks (bottled water and can sodas) in the refrigerator for use to enjoy. Also a wine pitcher of sherry with two glasses were in the room. It was nice to sip sherry and relax on the balcony in the rocking chairs. The breakfast in the morning was delightful and we had great conversation with an lovely older couple visiting from out of state. Truly a great time. My boyfriend and I both left saying how refreshed we felt. Definitely would visit again.

Update-The response to my review just shows their general rudeness. A lot of the response is to my Boyfriend (for example, I have not even reviewed the WWII museum, and my other reviews in New Orleans are very positive, so the people that are mean spirited and unhappy seem to be from the Degas House). Yelp is the place to express what your thoughts and experiences were at places, I wasn't trying to attack or hurt the business, I was simply stating the things I had issues with and what I would have preferred as a visitor. I feel the response was quite an overreaction and very unprofessional, yet sadly unsurprising with how we were treated when we were there. Unfortunate that the experience with the Degas House somehow keeps getting worse.

I visited the Degas House this April. The Degas House consists of two structures. In one of the structures, me and my companions checked-in and saw a timeline on Degas life (due to time constraints, we didn't see the recommended film on Degas). In the other structure, we did our self-guided tour. In the one we explored on our own, we got to see lots of well-furbished rooms and some of Degas' art. I highly-recommend one visit the Degas House and the neighborhood where it sits. Note: Photography was prohibited in the properties.

Impressionist painter, Edgar Degas, only lived in New Orleans for a few months, but it is still a nice tour into his world in the late 1800's. Degas has many New Orleans ties and was the only French Impressionist to visit the US. This tour and house shows many of his paintings and also the buildings and grounds on which he and his family lived. The tour guides are extremely friendly and make the trip entertaining and informative. No original Degas paintings are in the house. Many prints are shown and some are down the street in the New Orleans Museum of Art.

My sisters and I booked the museum tour the last morning we were in New Orleans. Our guide was a great, great grand niece of Edgar Degas. She was a delight! She was informative, fun and personable. It was wonderful to see the houses and hear about this artist not only from someone native to New Orleans but from someone who could share first-hand accounts with us that had been passed down to her. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys history and would like to learn more about this impressionist artist.

We are from New Orleans, but live in Dallas now. Every time we are in town, our daughter, who is an artist, has wanted to go to the Degas House. We finally went last week and had a lovely breakfast. Matthew was amazing! It was so special that David Villarubia and Joanie Prados visited every table. Such a personal touch. We had a lovely chat with them and Kathy Orta. They are lovely, warm people and the house and courtyards are so beautiful. We learned so much about Degas and the history of his family. I've lived in New Orleans most of my life and didn't know most of what they shared with us. David has truly made this home what it once was and so much better. I highly recommend taking the tour and having a delicious breakfast or brunch with mimosas on the porch while watching the people pass by on Esplanade Avenue. Everyone who visits the city and locals should take the time to have this experience.

If you choose to stay here, don't accept the Carrie Room. There are no windows and thus no natural light or airflow in the room. It's not even an enjoyable room to hang out in. The overhead fan didn't work and the a/c unit was ineffectively installed on the floor. A very hot, stuffy, and unpleasant room to stay in.

Charming tour guide Janine is a great storyteller and clearly invested in sharing this special opportunity in art history. She really set the scene and gave insight into this period in the life of Degas and his family in New Orleans. One of my favorite experiences on our trip. Don't miss it!

NOFW partnered with Degas House to host White Haute Affair. It was a fabulous soirée! The courtyard was beautiful, service was excellent and guest were impress! All the boxes checked off A+!

Perfect wedding thanks to the staff at the Degas House. The amenities were awesome. The food was some of the best we had in New Orleans. Could not have picked a better venue for our daughter's wedding. Thanks, Kathy and Sharon for all your hard work to help us pull off the destination wedding of a lifetime.

The wife and I booked this place in the suit and loved it. The amenities were amazing and breakfast was delicious. I would recommend anyone to come stay here. It is close to the French quarter and many of the attractions that make New Orleans famous.

It's hard to figure out how I feel about this place. The house(s, really) is well kept up, and while I was just there for the tour, I imagine the rooms for the inn are also great. Randy was a funny tour guide who was the right amount of funny before it gets grating, so that was nice. I do think it misrepresents itself (in order to get people into the door), because it's much more a museum about a family and about New Orleans during their era (and in that I think I think it is well laid out--I honestly felt that that part of the tour was the most interesting) than it is about the artist. He was only in NOLA for a few months, and they don't have that much about him as a result.

THIS IS A REVIEW ON THE TOUR + BREAKFAST. It was a pretty awkward and embarrassing experience. The tour is pathetic. I don't want to bw too harsh, but that's the word for it. There's no original furniture from the time that Degas was there, the house is pretty but it was changed many times over the years and we have to constantly imagine how it looked like behind the electric candles and the HP printer reproductions of Degas paintings that are hanging on the walls. Even the few pieces of fake furniture they have and that fail to fill the space are pretty torn down. The tour guide wasn't on top of her game and she kept giving us the same info about Degas blind cousin. After 2,5 hours on that sad tour, I wish I was as blind as Estelle. Breakfast was tasty, but all I got for 21 dollars was an omelette, coffee and oj. Adding to the 29 dollars from that hideous tour, I wish I had given those 50 bucks to some street musicians on Frenchmen St who deserved it much more. Stay away from this. Take my advice and spend ur money on something else.

My fiancée and I stayed here the weekend of the Red Dress run and it was fabulous! Both of us are really interested in history and it completely felt as if we had stepped back in time once we crossed the threshold into the house. The house and the rooms are absolutely beautiful, we stayed in the Josephine and loved it so much. The house, the furniture, the landscape were all amazing. The staff hands down wins the award in my book for being the friendliest, knowledgeable, accommodating, and talented. The ladies who cooked breakfast were outstanding, every breakfast they provided us was 5 stars and the manager was extremely friendly and went out of her way to ensure that we had a great stay. I definitely will stay here again soon, as it's only an hour or so away from home!

How interesting to learn about the Degas and Musson families and their respective lives in Paris and New Orleans. How sad that the family split resulted in the split of the family home into two, separate homes. Our tour guide was Joanie, the granddaughter of Estelle Musson (I hope I've got it right). She was a delightful woman, who shared many great nuggets about the Degas-Musson legacy.

What a charming place. My husband and I got a very good deal on Living Social and stayed here for our anniversary. We booked the Estelle room which is located on the second floor at the front of the main house. The room itself is gorgeous: dark hard-wood floors, 12'+ ceilings, floor-ceiling windows/curtains, balcony overlooking Esplanade with rocking chairs, chandelier, claw-foot tub, and a king size, four-post feather bed. Keep in mind everything has been restored to the time Degas actually stayed in the house; don't expect a walk-in steam shower, folks. We arrived and were offered a glass of wine before the manager showed us to the room. The room itself had a fridge with complimentary beverages (beer, soda). Each morning we were offered an excellent breakfast. The spread included fresh-made waffles, eggs, bacon, a variety of fresh fruits, coffee/tea/juice, and choice of a mimosa or bloody Mary (strong!). They also offered a tour of the house(s). When I found out it was over 1 1/2 hours I opted out, due to my short attention span for those types of things. My husband said it was interesting but long. We had a great stay, I would recommend this place to anyone visiting. If you want to Degas-ify your trip: eat at Cafe Degas and go see an original Degas painting at NOMA during your visit! Tips: 1. Book online, they sometimes have deals on the website. 2. If you are a tourist, locate it on the map and make sure its location is convenient for your needs. 3. The first thing to do when you arrive is find the thermostat and turn it down, it gets hot in the room.

I'm writing this review as a visitor to a house museum not as a B&B guest. I can't judge that since I wasn't a guest. I live in New Orleans and was taking visitors around.. As a house museum the Degas House is sorely lacking. It's poorly laid out, the signage is dreadful and they plop you down in front of a PBS documentary for 30 minutes where you learn about Degas' sojourn in New Orleans in 1872 and his family here. All very nice. They also give you a really poorly reproduced brochure (couldn't spring for professionally printed brochures? They had to print them on a 20 year old HP laser printer?) which explains much of what you just saw. The woman who was in charge started the film, disappeared and then there was no indication of where to go. I had to interrupt the staff meeting to ask. Ahhh...you have to go in the side door of the other building (they were split in two in 1920). The house is pretty enough, but if there are paying guests, the rooms are closed to the public because someone is staying there. We were lucky that it was Monday morning and no one seemed to be staying in any of the grand rooms on the 2nd floor. Perhaps it's better with a docent led tour, but I wasn't going to wait two hours for the next one. I can't imagine the docent would add much to what the video told us. Either be a house museum or be a B&B. You cannot be both and adequately serve the public for either. For $15, I could've bought a book about Degas and read it, or found this PBS documentary and watched it for free. Afterwards we went to the sculpture garden at the New Orleans Museum of Art which was a much more interesting artistic experience. And it's free.

Okay, I can only comment on the breakfast and tour as opposed to the Bed and Breakfast portion of this fine establishment. The in-laws were coming into town and LivingSocial put up a deal for half-price breakfasts and tours for the Degas House. My husband thought it'd be a nice thing to do with his parents so I picked up the vouchers for the group. Initially, we were a tad confused as to where we were supposed to go when we first got there. We weren't familiar with the Degas House and we didn't realize it was two buildings (though there's a whole story where it used to be one building). After wandering around for a bit, we figured out where the office was and got little bands around our wrists to show we were there for the tour and breakfast. We had the choice to go on the tour or have breakfast first; we decided to have breakfast first. It's a really casual place so we sat at whatever table we wanted and a lady came and gave us a menu. The menu gives you three choices in what type of breakfast you want; waffles, french toast, or an omelet. Then you get to choose whatever else you want with to go with the main dish; eggs, grits, bacon, bread, etc. The breakfast was absolutely divine. Portions were huge and everything was so tasty. You also get a free drink, either a Bloody Mary or a Mimosa. Warning! The Bloody Mary is very strong! On top of the breakfast menu, there are a ton of pastries you can snack on. The tour was fine, but the in-laws weren't feeling very patient. First, there's a video which is too long and then you get a tour of the buildings. It's all very interesting but on the web site it says the tour is an hour long, and we left early after the tour went on for an hour and a half. With the breakfast and the tour, we were at the Degas Hour for almost four hours and the in-laws were ready to see the rest of the city. I think it would have been better for us to have the tour and then breakfast. It was definitely worth it with the awesome breakfast. :) NOM!

Beware -- the Degas House hosts loud, obnoxious frat parties at night and doesn't warn guests ahead of time!!! Go to the Ritz for the same price. My sister and I had come to New Orleans for a relaxing weekend and to take in the culture. Exactly what a new mom to be was looking for. The bed and breakfast looked charming. However, there are some serious problems with this place. First, everytime a school bus drives by, the whole house shakes like an earthquake. Second, our room temperature was way too hot, we couldn't sleep at night. However, the real suprise of this weekend was on Friday night when we came home from a lovely dinner to find a giant party bus infront of the bed and breakfast with about 100 kids offloading onto the property with giant cups full of some alcohol punch. They hosted a frat formal without even letting the guests know about this!!! The horrible loud music started, the disrespectful kids were intoxicated, and roaming all over the house, some girls so drunk they were nearly passing out, and the partiers were pushing themselves into guest bedrooms too. We had to kick out several unwanted people from our room. The loud rap music was shaking the house so badly, it was impossible to stay there. We complained to a blonde lady who was suppose to be management, and we believe was the mother of one of the male guests at the party, and she responded to us quite matter of factly that they routinely hold events like weddings.... First, who does this kind of thing and doesn't inform the guests ahead of time that there will be a very loud and interruptive event that will go until 11:00pm or later? Let your guests chose if they would like to stay that weekend or not, don't force this on them. Second, a frat party is not a wedding. At a wedding, i'm going to guess that most of the hotel guests are part of the wedding, and therefore don't mind if this happens all night long. There were other guests in the hotel that were not part of this mayhem and it was the most rude and unbelievable thing i've ever witnessed as a guest at a hotel. We hightailed it to the Ritz where a room is the same price as the Degas House, but its in a much better location, the food is great, and most importantly, the room was so quiet, and tempterature controlled. The Degas House - never again.

I booked the breakfast and tour as a birthday present for my artist hubs. You can actually eat in what was the back parlor of the Degas/Musson family home, and I highly recommend it. You get a choice of an omelet, Belgian waffle, or bananas foster French Toast. I would get the French Toast next time because it's so good. You also get eggs any style, fruit, and sausage or bacon, plus coffee, tea, toast or muffins, and a mimosa or Bloody Mary. (Watch out for the Bloody Mary- it was a tad too potent for me first thing in the am!) Basically, you can eat and drink to your heart's content and the tour starts at about 10:30. When I made the reservation, I mentioned it was my husband's birthday, and when I got there they had a mini chocolate cake and candles just for him. It was really a wonderful way to start our trip. If you don't want to shell out for the breakfast experience, at least go for the tour. There are prints of all of the portraits that Degas painted (or began) during his 4 month stay in New Orleans, and you can see all of the places in the house where they were done (unless someone's staying in one of the upstairs rooms- it's been converted into a bed and breakfast). I had never seen any of the family portraits Degas painted before, and it was really interesting not just to see the art, but to learn the story behind the paintings and learn about the subjects as well. Our tour guide really made the history of the house come alive, and she is in fact a descendent of the Musson family. She was also quite hospitable, offering us lemonade at the start of the tour.

The first night I was here, one of the largest cockroaches I've ever seen crawled over my toothbrush. I also needed to cut my trip short and I emailed the hotel twice with no response, eventually went to the reception and she told me someone would contact me the next day, which they didn't. I understand that it was non-refundable, but I thought they would atleast get back to me after I asked for my money back over the nights I was no longer able to stay there (due to the cockroach and poor service). No one got back to me. A small note is the third floor where my room was had no air-conditioning in the halls and was horribly humid. Also, the wifi on the third floor was barely usable, I had to use my phone as a hotspot instead.

I work in an art museum, and I planned a trip to New Orleans for a group of 25 members and decided a tour of the Degas House was a must. It is a charming house with the nicest ladies running it. They tended to our every need and seemed genuinely excited we were there. We decided to eat breakfast first and the tour after. The breakfast was wonderful. They set up one of the rooms inside the inn for the group and greeted us with fruit, yogurt, OJ and a mimosa or bloody mary. We got to choose between the three menu choices (omelet, waffles or French toast) and had pastries and muffins to go along. The breakfast took an hour, but looking at the kitchen setup, I was surprised they got it out that quickly. Everything was hot and delicious. I was concerned with the time because it was our last morning in NO and some people had to get to the airport pretty early so I was antsy the whole time. We met our tour guide and started the tour at 10 a.m. with their movie about Degas's time in New Orleans. Although interesting, the movie was WAY too long and unnecessary. It was about 30 minutes, and after a big breakfast, I noticed a lot of sleepy folks. The tour guide was very knowledgeable (she was related to the Degas family), but repeated everything of importance in the movie. I think we would have been much happier with only the guided tour. It was a great breakfast and tour, but if I went back, I'd have to tell them I would skip the movie.

This review is 6 months late, but still well deserved. We were married in February 2017, at the very start of Mardi Gras. Having visited many venues up and down and all around New Orleans, The Degas House was a last minute and most welcoming addition. From that first meeting with Cindy we felt at home in New Orleans, and knew this was exactly the hospitality we wanted to extend to our guests. We were on a budget, knowing we wanted to host our guests for 4 days of varied events, to really give them a taste of New Orleans, and the Degas House made that possible. It is a 1-stop shop for cocktails and reception, amazing indoor and outdoor layout, home made local cuisine, and a hospitable staff. I found photos of many types of weddings here - from highly elegant to colorful and unique, we opted for an elegant 'backyard' wedding, showcasing the beauty of the space itself. Cindy and the team were incredibly accommodating allowing us to ship all of our decor over in advance and storing it, making sure we were always fed well, patiently answering all our questions and handling any situations day of the wedding for us. We also rented the bridal suite, and it was beautiful for photos, plenty of room for all the friends and family who were hanging out while we were getting ready and a beautiful huge bed to rest in. Truly a memorable day for us and our family. If you want to give your guests a true taste of New Orleans hospitality, I highly recommend the Degas House

We stayed here for three nights. We enjoyed the outdoor patios, complimentary breakfast and house tour. A causal comfortable vibe with plenty of history in a nice neighborhood - away from the busier scene of Frenchman and Bourbon St.

Very nice B&B. My husband and I have converted to B&Bs and on our first trip to New Orleans, we're glad we stayed here. We didn't want to stay in the French Quarter, especially since we were here for Mardi Gras and the Degas house is about a $10 cab ride away. We did walk from the FQ one day, it was about 2 miles. I wouldn't walk again though, the streets,even a big one like Esplanade, didn't seem very safe. Sharon is FANTASTIC. She is like the auntie you spend summers with. She cooked breakfast and tidied up the room. She made you feel very comfortable without being over the top. Tips: Try to stay on the middle floor, the top floor seemed to get really hot even when it's freezing outside. The walls are paper thin. When i said it's like staying in a relative's house, I mean it. You can hear your neighbors and they can hear you. So please be considerate. You have a thermostat in your room. We didn't realized it was behind the bathroom door until the day we left. All in all, we liked the homey feel and historical value of the Degas House. Although, now looking back, the location was a tad farther then I'd have liked. Don't expect everything to be perfect, it's more like being invited into someone's home.

Amazing B&B. Free: wifi, parking, delicious hot breakfast, ice cold beer, water and sodas. A full carafe of Brandy await your arrival. Free tour included with overnight stay. And a bonus....only guests may take photographs inside!

This place was great. Traveling from southern California was a somewhat unnerving feeling. Not knowing the city, the layout, the seedy areas, or the nice areas we chose the Degas house as our hotel of choice. The hotel has a "here stay in my extra bedroom feel" more than anything but with the added privacy of separately locked doors and comfort. The staff in the hotel were amazing and always willing to help and laugh and guide us to a great time in New Orleans. The breakfast was daily and cooked to order. Even running into staff members at the local liquor store was great. Always smiling and happy. The room (William bell suite) was amazing. Big enough balcony for 8 people. 2 bedrooms. HUGE bathtub and since Nawlins aren't in a draught I filled that baby up! The kitchen had a decent sized fridge with freezer and was always stocked with sodas and water. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a real taste of New Orleans outside of a run of the mill Marriott or Hilton.

I took the tour of the house. This was defiantly a tour of art and history buffs. Not only did I learn about Degas and his paintings, but his family and New Orleans history. Absolutely fascinating. I gained a deeper appreciation for his work. The tour guide told me on certain dates two of his descendants show the house. There is also an awesome brunch.

I can't say enough about the Degas House. They were there for me and my wife every step of the way during the planning and the actual wedding. We live out of town and I work overseas, but it could not have been any easier planning this wedding from so far away. They were so responsive and encouraging the entire time. One reason we chose the Degas House was the actual building itself; the setting was so beautiful that it truly needed no decorations; we basically showed up the day of and had a wonderful wedding. One of the best places in New Orleans to get married! Thank you, The Starkey's! Special thanks to the kitchen staff for all your support and joining us in the fun we are so lucky to have had you and your team!