New Orleans Vacation Rentals for Large Groups
New Orleans packs food, music, and nightlife into a walkable footprint — a top bachelorette and friends-getaway pick, with grand historic homes big enough for the whole group.
Where to stay in New Orleans for a big group
- Garden District — grand historic homes, a streetcar to everywhere, quieter nights.
- French Quarter / Marigny — steps from Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street music; livelier and louder.
- CBD / Warehouse District — modern rentals, walk to the Quarter.
What your group will do in New Orleans
- The French Quarter and Bourbon Street
- Live jazz on Frenchmen Street
- Food: beignets, po'boys, crawfish boils
- Cemetery, swamp, and garden tours
Sizing and booking your rental
Plan for about one bed per two people, and check each listing's stated maximum occupancy. A group of 8 fits a 4-bedroom home; 12 needs 5–6. See the full sizing + fee checklist in our large-group rentals guide, and settle house vs hotel before you book.
Splitting the cost
One person books; everyone owes their share. Split evenly, or weight by room and nights — the cost splitter does the math, and this guide covers the fair ways to divide it.
FAQ
Where should a large group stay in New Orleans?
Garden District for grand, quieter homes with a streetcar to everything; French Quarter or Marigny to be in the middle of the nightlife. Note New Orleans limits short-term rentals — book a licensed listing.
What is there to do in New Orleans for a group?
The French Quarter and Bourbon Street, live jazz on Frenchmen Street, incredible food, and swamp or cemetery tours.
How many bedrooms does a group of 12 need in New Orleans?
Plan for roughly one bed per two people — a group of 12 is comfortable in a 6-bedroom home (or 5 if some share). Always confirm the listing's stated maximum occupancy.
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