Book Hotels in Gretna, LA

You’ve landed in New Orleans prepared to observe the famous imbibing habits of folks on Bourbon Street. And observe you shall. But once you’ve jotted down enough notes in your field guide and downed your own yardie of Hurricane, you’re ready to leave the beads behind for blacksmith shops south of the river. Book one of the top Gretna, LA hotels, and you’re settled into perhaps the most intriguing suburb in the Big Easy. Cajun flavor marries German roots in this historic town, and the brightly colored homes are (probably) visible from the space station.

Visiting Gretna

You can’t go wrong with the keys to your Gretna rental car in one hand and a deep love of history in your heart. Gretna’s downtown district whispers “Pssst, over here,” and you don’t want to ignore the call. Walk through the doors of the Gretna Green Blacksmith Shop, and it’s as if you’ve landed in another era. The floors will creak beneath your feet as you gingerly walk through the shop, then into the nearby David Crockett Firehouse and Louisiana State Fire Museum.

Your tour of architecture in Gretna will include everything from Creole cottages to ornate chapels, such as the St. Joseph Church. The exquisite gold detailing on the building’s exterior may put your DIY golden leaf projects to shame, or give you inspiration for the next go. Soon you’ll be ready to refuel with a bowl of gumbo that makes you question why you ever settled for soup from a can. At the end of the day hotels in Gretna, LA are waiting to offer you a restful night.

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