Heading to New Orleans? If you're looking to be in the heart of the action of Bourbon Street, a hotel in the French Quarter is your best bet. The French Quarter, or the Vieux Carré, is an historic neighborhood that stretches 12 blocks to the Mississippi River. It has a mix of colorful Creole cottages, museums, delectable beignets, and a thriving nightlife scene. After visiting the area's top hotels and evaluating how each stacks up against the competition, we're here to tell you which are the best of the best in the French Quarter.