Rathbone Mansions New Orleans Hotel

$$$$||View on mapNew Orleans, United States of America1244 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116|
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Rathbone Mansions New Orleans Hotel
1244 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.2
Staff9.2
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Couples50%
Families26%
Groups17%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.2
Staff9.2
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Couples50%
Families26%
Groups17%
Solo6%

Historic hotel in jazz birthplace, 15 minutes from French Quarter

Property & Amenities

Rathbone Mansions New Orleans occupies two antebellum Greek Revival mansions across the street from each other in the Treme neighborhood, the birthplace of jazz. The property offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub open year-round, and a self-serve bar area in a park-like setting with secure entry and on-site parking. Common spaces include a shared lounge with free filtered water, coffee, and fruit, a sun terrace, and a picnic area for guests.

Rooms & Suites

Each air-conditioned room at Rathbone Mansions has a private bathroom, cable TV, a refrigerator, and a microwave, while suites add a sitting area. Room layouts vary across the two mansions, with options like the Standard King Room, the Two-Queen Suite, and the Suite with Balcony. All rooms are allergy-free and smoke-free, and the property provides pool towels and free Wi-Fi throughout.

Location & Neighborhood

The hotel sits within a 15-minute walk of the French Quarter and a 10-minute walk from Louis Armstrong Park and the New Orleans Jazz Museum. Guests can reach Frenchman Street music clubs on foot, and the property provides easy access to bus stops and streetcar lines for public transportation. The Treme location places guests near local restaurants such as Lil Dizzy's Cafe and Habana Outpost.

Family & Pet-Friendly Offerings

Families staying at Rathbone Mansions can use the outdoor pool, hot tub, and picnic area, and staff have been known to provide popsicles for children. The hotel welcomes pets for a reasonable fee, with a dedicated grassy area across the street for walking dogs. Flexible room configurations, including suites with pull-out couches and kitchenettes, accommodate family groups.

Guest Services & Policies

The hotel offers express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a business center with fax/photocopying for guest use. Security measures include CCTV in common areas and outside, smoke alarms, and a security alarm system. Flexible guest services allow for customizable options and early check-in requests when available.

  • Buildings: Two antebellum Greek Revival mansions across the street
  • Location: 15-minute walk to French Quarter, 10 minutes to Louis Armstrong Park
  • Pool & Spa: Outdoor pool, hot tub open all year, pool towels provided
  • Family: Suites with pull-out couches, kitchenettes, and pool access
  • Pet Policy: Dogs welcome for a reasonable fee with grassy walking areas
  • Security: CCTV coverage, security alarm, smoke alarms, gated entry
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of rooms:23
Former name
Rathbone Inn
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Rooms and availability

Queen Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Queen Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Superior King Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business center
  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Jacuzzi

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Rathbone Mansions New Orleans Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 148 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 7.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport New Orleans Lakefront, NEW

Location

1244 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116
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1244 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116
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1244 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116
  • City landmarks
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Preservation Hall
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Museums
Backstreet Cultural Museum
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New Orleans African American Museum
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Restaurant
Rampart Street Food Store
100 yd
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Fatma's Cozy Corner
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Manchu
100 yd
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Cajun Seafood
100 yd
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Treme' Coffee House
100 yd
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R Bar and Inn
100 yd
Restaurant
Clover Grill
200 yd

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