Although New Orleans is famous for its liquid “spirits,” there are quite a few hotels that boast the promise of some interaction with ethereal spirits as well.
The Hotel Monteleone opened in 1886 and is famous for its revolving Carousel Bar—have a seat at one of the stools near the entrance, enjoy your libation, and then step off the seat and find yourself on the opposite side of the room!
This luxury hotel has a beautiful grandfather clock in the expansive lobby and it is reported that the ghost of the clockmaker may tend to his business at all hours. This beautiful hotel has been owned by the same family for generations. Staying there has always been a real treat with or without any additional guests. For many years Pete Fountain’s Half/Fast Walking Club would stop in for a break during the Mardi Gras Parade and some whistle wetting.
Le Pavillon in the Central Business District just a few blocks from the Quarter opened in 1907 and is the site of much discussed and professionally investigated paranormal activity. It is noted for its presentation of peanut butter & jelly sandwich makings at midnight—with sterling silver bowls, plates, and flatware. You may need to have a bite of this nourishing offering before retiring to your room and encountering some unexpected visitors. After a night in the Quarter, we always enjoyed the delicious homemade jellies but never
