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Is it possible to stay in New Orleans for less than $100 per night? Yes, it is! Well, perhaps not during Mardi Gras, but during the rest of the year there are many low rates that can be found around the city.

One of the great things about New Orleans is that is has a variety of accommodations available. Whether you are looking for a B&B in the Garden District, a small hotel in the French Quarter, or a large luxury hotel on Canal Street, there is something for everyone. If you are traveling to New Orleans on a budget, however, then there are a few hotels that you should be aware of.

1. Queen and Crescent Hotel – Rates at this centrally located hotel start at $59 per night. It is just a short walk to Canal Street and a short street car ride away from the Garden District. The rooms are standard but clean and although it’s not exactly memorable, it’s located in a safe area with easy access to most of what New Orleans has to offer.

2. Chateau Bourbon – In the summertime, rates for this small hotel next to the French Quarter are around $89. It is a Wyndham Hotel with its own restaurant, swimming pool, and mix of antiques and art deco style. The swimming pool can come in handy in the summer heat.

3. Hotel Le Cirque -  Located on Lee Circle next to the streetcar stop, this 10 story tall hotel is close to the Warehouse Arts District. The rooms are small, but cheap at around $99 per night.

Hotel Le Cirque

4. Country Inn and Suites New Orleans French Quarter -  This hotel opened in 2005 and rates can be found here that are as low as $75 per night. It is 3 blocks from Bourbon Street and only 4 blocks from the Aquarium of the Americas. The hotel features an outdoor pool, fitness center, complimentary breakfast, and pillow top mattresses.

5. Ambassador Hotel new Orleans -  Just a block from Harrah’s, this hotel starts at $99 per night, and rates can be found even lower than that in the summertime. It is a 3.5 star hotel that features a fitness center, coffeemakers in the room, wireless internet access, and hairdryers.

There are also a variety of B&Bs available in New Orleans, too, although most of these can be located in the Garden District. Some people prefer staying in the Garden Distinct because it offers a little more tranquility.

During the summer months, starting in late May, many hotels offer incentives to visiting New Orleans. Of course, the heat is a little pronounced during this time, which is one of the reasons why the rates go down. Still, if you don’t mind sweating a little bit then you can almost have your pick of any location for less than $150 per night. In fact, even some of the luxurious hotels have special rates, sometimes cutting their normal rats down by as much as 50%.