Rathbone Mansions

3.0 star property
Hotel near Louis Armstrong Park in New Orleans

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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1244 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70116
  • Bourbon Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • French Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Jackson Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Mid-City District stay.With a stay at this Mid-City District hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Louis Armstrong Park and 2 miles (3 km) of French Market. Jackson Square is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • French Market - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jackson Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Canal Street - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • North Rampart at Esplanade Stop - 3 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 9 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cajun Seafood - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Poor Boys - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Holy Diver - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Habana Outpost - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lil Dizzy's Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Rathbone Mansions

Hotel near Louis Armstrong Park in New Orleans
Rathbone Mansions offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Rathbone Mansions. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This New Orleans hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1850
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
Rathbone Mansions offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This New Orleans hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [1244 Esplanade Ave]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rathbone Mansions to the airport?

Rathbone Mansions is 14.9 mi (21-min drive) away from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rathbone Mansions have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rathbone Mansions.

Does Rathbone Mansions offer free breakfast?

Rathbone Mansions does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rathbone Mansions?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fair Grounds Race Course (3-min drive) and Caesars New Orleans Casino (3-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Rathbone Mansions?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Early check-in costs USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Rathbone Mansions?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

Does Rathbone Mansions have a pool?

Rathbone Mansions features an outdoor pool.

Does Rathbone Mansions have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rathbone Mansions to downtown New Orleans?

Rathbone Mansions is 1.2 mi away from New Orleans.

Rathbone Mansions Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 475 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a suite and there was plenty of room. We enjoyed the sitting area. The pool and hot tub area were very nice. The check in staff was so friendly. We loved it was historical. Be aware it is historical and although there have been upgrades, it is an older home. Overall it was great and we would return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was nice and clean and very homey but kinda outdated and not far enough from sketchy areas in town
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Will consider again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic building & location, but with room amenities at modern standards.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

michelle, Phoenix

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was as advertised. Old style, wood floors, iron bedframe. LARGE barhroom
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my home away from home when I have to work in the area. I love it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. And Michelle at front desk is awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older vintage home with very unique characteristics. Neat place to stay. Took Uber or drove to our events, didnt walk. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. I definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I booked this property, i wanted to feel like I was in the South, and the puctures don't do it justice. It was beautiful, charming, comfortable and I would highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Walter

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
You could see thru crack in door to room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming Hotel

Charming hotel with modern updates. Our room was clean spacious. Bathroom was updated and clean. The location is great near the Quarter but not in the noisy hustle bustle of the Quarter. Only minor complaint is with the bathroom. Though updated, it lacked space for personal toiletries. A couple of shelves on either side of the mirror to keep you stuff on and dry. The other is more towels. Two bath, two face and one hand towel is not enough. Not picking, but everything else was great. Look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. I would definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The furniture was antique and unique!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property within walking distance to Bourbon street. There are two buildings, both lovely old homes. Our room was very comfortable, with a balcony that we enjoyed tremendously. Bathroom was modern, which is always nice in an older building. The pool and hot tub were not modern, but that’s what made them so great. Thank you Rathbone staff for a perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hadley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Suite in original Mansion

Rathbone Mansions was a lovely place to stay, old world charm and friendly service. Walking distance to Bourbon St. if you don't mind walking 14mins to Lafitte's Blacksmith Bar. Bed was comfortable but don't expect everything to be like a new hotel. You will the character & style of both Mansions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Bad Management

The manager, Kiki was rude and not accommodating upon speaking to her on 4 different occasions! The rooms were nice and comfortable. The tv was difficult to operate and connect to the wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Funky old byilding in the heart of NOLA

Quirky and funky but very great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rathbone is very cozy and charming, and conveniently located. There were a few minor things that could be improved-- the kitchen sink in the room needed a new aerator (it sprayed water to the sides), and the lights in the pool area wouldn't turn on so it was a bit dark at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025