So..where to start. We did arrive later than check time I picked. Was not able to get anyone on the phone to inquire about where place was located. It was getting dark and was having trouble. We got there and found our room after searching. The keys were taped on the door and there were these flying bugs all in our room. We left the air and a light on before we went out to eat. When we got back, the light/ air was off and someone had been our room to what we assumed was spraying the bugs (they were gone). Also when we got back there was this jeep that was butted up to my car. (Come to find out the owner of the place was the one driving that vehicle) Thankfully no scratches but no one bothered to own up to that one!!!! Did run into the owner but she did not bother to apologize for bumping my car or ask if we needed anything. I felt like I had to talk fast and ask for a receipt or I wasnt gonna get one. It was all she could do to get out of my presence. This interaction was on the morning we were going to leave but before that we couldnt find anyone for any service needs I think if we wanted to. There was this number we could supposedly call but no one answered. Anyway, the bed was comfy but the directv was terrible. There were very limited channels. If you dont care if it feels like you are being watched or dont need anything then this is the place for you. Well, the location is close to the French Market/Quarter so that was one plus. I just had a very uncomfortable feeling while I was there!

I was recently at the Lookout Inn for a 2 night stay. I usually stay in the CBD, but due to a medical convention, had to look outside my regular hotel. I was bit familiar with the area due to previous business trips, so the other reviewers opinions of the dangerous neighborhood didn't really phase me. However, I do travel solo and safety is always on my mind. The Lookout Inn is a totally safe and secure spot for a traveler, solo or otherwise.

I stayed in the Jungle Room and it was lovely and really comfortable. Everything was clean: the bathroom, the sitting area, the bed and all linens. There was street noise, but it was regular everyday neighborhood stuff. It really felt like I was at a friend's house or my own apartment...not like a sterile hotel.

I had no contact with the owners or manager, but I found my key easily enough and they left a note with contact info if I needed anything, which I did not. Unlike another post, I was not watched over or hovered over at all. I came and went as needed.

The neighborhood is cool, non-suburban, eclectic. I am not too much of a wanderer of neighborhoods when I travel alone, but there were great places to eat within walking distance. No need to fear this location,

All in all, I would recommend The Lookout. You will enjoy being off the beaten path and seeing this cool side of New Orleans.

The Lookout Inn is quirky, clean and extremely comfortable! The suites are are theme based (Elvis, Mission, etc.), surprisingly big and open, with high ceilings, and the cabana and little outdoor pool are an excellent places to relax. Plus, the inn is close to a couple of great local cafes. I highly recommend it, especially for those who enjoy boutique hotels and a little higher end off the beaten path travel experiences (a significant upgrade to the hostel experience).

Just returned from a 4 night stay at the Lookout Inn, what a wonderful, charming place to stay!!!!