The Brakeman Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Bourbon Street in New Orleans

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Gift shop
Exterior
Lobby
Interior
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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501 Basin Street, New Orleans, LA, 70112
  • Canal Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Bourbon Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Caesars Superdome
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 17 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Mid-City District stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Mid-City District hotel, you'll find Bourbon Street and Canal Street. Also, Jackson Square is within half a mile (1 km) and Caesars New Orleans Casino is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bourbon Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jackson Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Caesars Superdome - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • North Rampart at Conti Stop - 3 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 6 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Orleans Athletic Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vaughan's Pub @ New Orleans Athletic Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Page Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crossing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Black Penny - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Brakeman Hotel

Hotel near Bourbon Street in New Orleans
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Brakeman Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a front-desk safe. For a fee, parking is available.

This New Orleans hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Brakeman Hotel offers 18 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Brakeman Hotel to the airport?

The Brakeman Hotel is 12.9 mi (20-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 The Brakeman Hotel?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brakeman Hotel on Sep 28, 2025 start from $89.0, excluding 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 The Brakeman Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Brakeman Hotel.

Does The Brakeman Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Brakeman Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Brakeman Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caesars New Orleans Casino (19-min walk) and Fair Grounds Race Course (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Brakeman Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Brakeman Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20 per night.

Does The Brakeman Hotel have a pool?

The Brakeman Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Brakeman Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Brakeman Hotel to downtown New Orleans?

The Brakeman Hotel is 0.6 mi away from New Orleans.