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Empress Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel near Bourbon Street in New Orleans

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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

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1317 Ursulines Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70116
  • Place, Bourbon Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mardi Gras
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Bathroom

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Mid-City District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Mid-City District hotel, you'll find Bourbon Street and Mississippi River. Canal Street and Caesars New Orleans Casino are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mardi Gras - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • French Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jackson Square - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • North Rampart at Ursulines Stop - 4 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rampart Treehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lil Dizzy's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Manchu Food Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Holy Diver - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lost Coyote - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Empress Hotel

Hotel near Bourbon Street in New Orleans
Empress Hotel offers its guests a vending machine and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this New Orleans hotel.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Empress Hotel offers 36 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

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
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 60.00 per accommodation, 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 20.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Empress Hotel to the airport?

Empress Hotel is 15.6 mi (22-min drive) away from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Empress Hotel?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empress Hotel on Apr 6, 2026 start from $82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Empress Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Empress Hotel.

Does Empress Hotel offer free breakfast?

Empress Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Empress Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fair Grounds Race Course (3-min drive) and Caesars New Orleans Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Empress Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Empress Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Empress Hotel have a pool?

Empress Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Empress Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Empress Hotel to downtown New Orleans?

Empress Hotel is 1 mi away from New Orleans.

Empress Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 7 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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