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4 out of 5
The Dansereau House
506 Saint Philip Street, Thibodaux, LA

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 169 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a grand old home in excellent shape. We loved the Rose room and large balcony! Linda was gracious and helpful and made the most delicious biscuits for breakfast! Thank you Linda for making our stay so enjoyable 💖
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Linda on Apr 23, 2024
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure meeting you! Guests like you are like a rose amongst thorns. I hope you visit again on your next trip to Thibodaux :-)

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a serene getaway and the kindest owner i have ever met!
Response from Linda on Apr 9, 2024
Thank you, Nia! Hope to see you again on your next stay in Thibodaux!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
Though it needed some TLC, as all old houses do, it was beautiful! The rooms were very clean. The innkeeper was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay
House was nice, and quiet the whole stay. Linda the Innkeeper gave us an upgrade on our room and allowed us to check in early. Since I have family in Thibodaux, we will most likely be staying at The Dansereau House for our visits from now on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historical Home. I grew up in Thibodaux and loved the architecture of this home when I was a kid. It also was close to old friends in the neighborhood and my high school reunion location, The Foundry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Aug 18, 2023
Thank you for your kind review

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been here before. Excellent experience. Will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Linda on May 8, 2023
Gary, thank you for your wonderful review! I look forward to hosting you again in the not so faraway future.

4/10 Poor

Orida, Lafayette

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Although the property was saturated with beautiful antiques, I felt uncomfortable with no staff on site and with the fact that our keys for entrance were taped to the outside of a door. The amenities I was expecting were nowhere to be found — no bottled water, no tea, no coffee. The kitchen seemed to be stacked with boxes but there was no one to greet us in person during our stay and no beverages made clearly accessible to us. I made arrangements for a bed and breakfast well enough in advance and I did not leave with the feeling that this establishment was prepared to receive us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Apr 21, 2023
Dear Orida, I apologize for the miscommunication. I spoke with your travelling companion and should have included you in the info about breakfast. I upgraded both of you to a king size room for the queen rate to make up for breakfast. The kitchen is off limits to guests as posted and also the storage area for coffee, paper goods, water and kitchen supplies. Boxes of belong in that area, guests do not for your own safety.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Linda was a most gracious host. Good bed, quiet and peaceful atmosphere, and home fulfilling setting. Thanks and we will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Apr 21, 2023
Thank you Patrick! Looking forward to hosting you again in the future.

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The house is shabby outside. When we got there the door was locked. Keys and check in details were taped to the back door. Rooms, linens, a.c. were good. Location was good. Hostess was very accomodating for early breakfast and departure. Building tour would have been nice. Wont stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Linda on Apr 7, 2023
Patrick, Thank you for taking the time to leave a candid review.

6/10 Okay

Michele

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic historical gem. Fun to imagine all the people and activities that have gone on in those rooms.
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Apr 21, 2023
Thanks for your wonderful review. :-)

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home is lovely, bed was so comfortable I didn’t want to get up. Just looking around the house at the details and old chandeliers made it worth the trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Dansereau House, Thibodaux
This is not a holiday inn, it is a bed and breakfast, so you have to remember that. Having said that, there were a few things that I would expect to be there that were not, for example we had a coffee machine pushed to the back of a cupboard, but no coffee, or even mugs. We stayed in the Evangeline room and had a few minor problems. The air conditioning unit which is located high up on the wall could not be switched off, so every now and then switched itself on and off. Mentioned to owner but apparently that is how works and cannot be turned off to get a quiet night. There is a door leading to the outside balcony which has a glass panel above it, no curtain so in the morning light floods in the room. There is a good restaurant literally two minutes walk called Spahrs. Breakfast although basic was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

John

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would never book here again!!
They canceled my room as I was on my way there in the afternoon. I had to find another hotel at the last minute. Horrible service!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean room. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place but Expedia had room listed a handicapped accessible- NOT at all! All rooms upstairs. Not ideal but we were able to make it work. The house was generous to offer free cancellation but we were able to stay but I would not recommend for those liking for handicap accessible rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Apr 21, 2023
Dear anonymous, We do have an elevator for guests who cannot take the stairs. Our 2nd and 3rd floor rooms are all handicapped accessible.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so disappointing! The exterior was depressing and run down. There was no one to greet us; an envelop with our key was stuck on the outside door. Did not see another soul during our stay. The inside was dingy. The house smelled so musty I woke up gagging at 4:30 am. But what happened to the second B in B & B? This was our 15th day traveling from SC to AZ and this stay was on our return trip east - using COVID as an excuse to not even have a cup of coffee available??? Breakfast was available in EVERY hotel along the way - I think the proprietor was just lazy to have to be there for one or two guests! Was very happy to leave! Should have stayed at the Hampton Inn! The picture posted on the website must have been taken 30 years ago...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Jul 24, 2021
Dear "Anonymous". My name is Linda and I am the Innkeeper. It is unfortunate that your stay with us was not as you expected. I work for the proprietor, Mr. Damon Baldone, and it is his decision not to serve breakfast at this time. My contact information was included in the envelope with your keys. I would have been more than happy to speak with you about your concerns if you had given me the chance. Coffee is (and was) available in the dining room for your convenience. Our rates have been reduced to offset the no breakfast. I am just as unhappy as you are, whomever you are.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is very impressive on the outside and inside. I love old buildings like this with a good story to tell. Walking into the building was even more impressive. The architecture of this place is one of a kind. I love the wrap around balcony, great for sitting outside enjoying the birds singing--even got to see the mamma bird making a nest and feeding her baby on the balcony column. The dissapointing thing about this place is the cleanliness. Mold growing on the ceiling, the curtains probably never got washed since this place was first opened. Dust everywhere on the air conditioner. The room smelled very musty, we only stayed in the room for sleeping. Most of the time we were out in the balcony even though the heat was beating down on us. As much as I admire the house I don't recommend staying because of the cleanliness. This building could use a fresh coat of paint and some serious cleaning up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay. Beautiful home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from Linda on Jul 24, 2021
Thank you for your valued feedback! I hope to host you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
We really enjoyed our stay here. The room is historically furnished with 13 foot ceiling and 8 foot doors. Very comfortable bed. We enjoyed the veranda and rocking chairs. Kind of off the beaten path but easily accessible. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Linda on Jul 24, 2021
Dear Kelly, thank you for your lovely review. I look forward to hosting you again in the future.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place is spotless inside and the neighborhood was quite. What I didn’t like was that since there was no staff or activity going on it seemed wrong to turn on the TV or even move around in fear of disturbing others.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from Linda on Jul 24, 2021
Dear guest, Thank you for your candid feedback. Since you wrote under anonymous, I cannot deny nor verify that the house was empty during your stay. You were given 2 phone numbers to reach me. I would have been happy to speak with you about your concerns. Each room has it's own TV. I do hope that you give us another chance to make your stay more pleasant in the future.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It was a unique place in what may have once been a thriving town. Unfortunately, maybe due to COVID, we hardly saw a single person on the streets. We also never had contact with a single other person (staff or guest) during our stay. We did not know until we got there and found a note that
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Linda on Jun 20, 2021
Dear "Anonymous" Thank you for your ghostly review. I am in the house during cleaning hours. If you ever return to our lovely quaint little town, please call the number I left you in the note. I will be happy to say hello in person.

8/10 Good

jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and relaxing
Very private and relaxing B & B. Due to "Covid Restrictions", they weren't serving breakfast and we had a no-contact check in. We actually never saw another person while we were there. But I'm not complaining. Its a beautiful property set in a historic part of town. We walked a few feet to Spahr's Seafood for both Dinner and Breakfast. We will be visiting again as soon as they are back to "no restrictions ".
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from linda Innkeeper on Jun 7, 2021
Jerry, Thank you for your kind review! I am Linda the Innkeeper. I would love to have you back as soon as we resume our "normal" routines. I too miss visiting with the guests and preparing breakfast.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from Linda on Jun 7, 2021
Thank you!

6/10 Okay

Pamela l.

Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed
Even though we arrived during check in hours, we were greeted with a note on the door as to check in procedures We never saw an Innkeeper during our stay. No breakfast which was stated in the note would not be available due to COVID, but no accommodation for that either. No coffee/tea available...I realize that we arrived on a Sunday but certainly expected some verbal communication or text or email...nothing! We were looking forward to staying in this lovely inn and were immensely disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on May 3, 2021
Dear valued guest, Pamela, My apologies. I am just as disappointed as you are with the challenges that COVID has presented in socializing with the guests here at Dansereau. The guidelines and rules during COVID are listed in out policy which you should have received when you booked your stay. We have a no contact check-in option in affect to protect our guests and the staff during COVID. Your note also contained my phone number, texting info and the list of local restaurants in the area for your convenience. Coffee pods were available of the 2nd floor. All you had to do was call or text me if the other guests had taken all of the coffee. I live on the grounds and would have been happy to assist you.

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great historical B&B
The Dansereau House is a beautiful mansion turned B&B in the heart of Thibodaux. It is within walking distance of great restaurants. The rooms in the house are always clean and comfortable and I love the history associated with it. This is where I stay when I’m in Thibodaux or Houma, LA.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from Linda on Apr 20, 2021
Dear Lana, Thank you for your lovely review. I look forward to having you as our guest on your next visit.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quaint
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Apr 6, 2021
Thank you! Please visit us again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique historic experience. On site staff is top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Mar 21, 2021
Dear Guest, Thank you! I, the staff, appreciate your compliment!

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint and Comfortable
Quaint, authentic old period home in the heart of town. Walking distance to everything. Room was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Mar 21, 2021
Dear Ruth, Thank you for your very kind review. Please visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’d love to return when things are more normal after Covid. Lovely B&B but no breakfast during this stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Response from Linda on Mar 13, 2021
Thank you for the kind review! I would love to host you again sometime in the future. I wish for "normal" as well. It was always fun talking with the guests in the morning over breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous place to stay, great location. Only draw back was that this is a bed and breakfast and due to Covid they aren’t serving breakfast or dinner. The local restaurants are all pretty darn good places to eat within walking distance. So over all I’ll give this place an A! Will stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from Linda on Mar 10, 2021
Dear Guest, Thank you for this awesome, candid review :-). Breakfast was definitely one of the highlights and is sorely missed. I look forward to hosting you on your next visit. Kindly, Linda

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from Linda on Mar 13, 2021
Thank you!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful old home with the most comfortable bed. The bathroom was luxurious. Even though the temperature outside was at a record low we had a lovely Valentine’s Day warm inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from Linda - Innkeeper on Feb 17, 2021
Dear Guest, Your feedback is truly appreciated! I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful house. Stayed 2 nights. Didn't see anyone while there. Weather was too cold but otherwise a lovely trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from Linda on Feb 15, 2021
Dear June, Thank you for your wonderful review! Perhaps you will return for another visit when the weather is more pleasant.

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dansereau House Review
The B&B did not inform us prior to arrival that breaksfast was no longer provided and more importantly no soap or shampoo was provided , that needs to be explained up front. The home is in terrible dis repair, the eleveator is out and the grounds look like an abandoned home. Too bad, at one time was probably very nice. Staff was very unfriendly to top it off
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Response from Linda on Feb 15, 2021
Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to add your review. Your feedback is very important to me. I apologize for the shampoo oversight. You arrived 2 hours early in the middle of cleaning. I remember meeting you and your wife as I handed you your keys and allowed you to check in early without the extra charge. You startled me. I was not prepared to greet my guests. As for no breakfast, please refer to the 1st paragraph in our policy concerning COVID.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love old houses , this was an exceptional experience for me being the only person at the residence the first night. Lovely room , spacious very clean and well cared for. I wish I could live there. Thanks to the owners for making this historical old home available to others .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from Linda on Feb 15, 2021
Dear Guest, I truly appreciate your charming review! I look forward to having you back on your future travels to Thibodaux, Louisiana.

8/10 Good

Terry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Response from Linda on Feb 12, 2021
Terry, Thank you! Please let us know how we can improve your stay in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful mansion. Well decorated. Best place In Thibodaux to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Response from Linda on Feb 9, 2021
Thank you for this wonderful review! We appreciate you!

10/10 Excellent

Rozilind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was fantastic. It was covered. Bed and pillows were so comfortable. In fact I have never slept so good staying away from home. There was hair all over the bathroom floor. That was my only complaint. The toilet, sink and shower seemed cleaned just not mopped/vacuumed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Response from Linda on Jan 19, 2021
Dear Rozilind, I appreciate your very kind review of your stay with us. I apologize for the condition of the floor. Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I hope that you will give me another chance in the near future to make your stay a true 10/10 stars.

8/10 Good

Dusty

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Overall excellent place to stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from Linda on Jan 14, 2021
Thank you Dusty! I appreciate your kind review :-)

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Response from Linda on Dec 10, 2020
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Linda on Oct 20, 2020
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
super friendly staff, respectful of social distancing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from Linda on Oct 20, 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review!

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Response from Linda on Oct 14, 2020
Thank you!