Is there a laundry facility or service available at The Brakeman Hotel?
12 November 2024
An outsourced laundry service is available for guests.
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The Brakeman Hotel, New Orleans
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About the Hotel
501 Basin Street,
New Orleans,
Louisiana,
United States,
LA 70112,
Louisiana
- Near Louis Armstrong Park
Perfect
9.2
9.6
Loved by guests
"Really interesting the hotel is situated inside a historic train station."
"It's also an information centre and small museum so v handy for tour buses etc."
"From this hotel you can walk to many popular tourist destinations."
Rooms & Suites Details
The Brakeman Hotel, located in Treme, is 15 km from New Orleans Lakefront and near the French Quarter. Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer, and a desk. All guestrooms feature free Wi-Fi. Single King and Double Queen Bedrooms include brick walls, coffered ceiling, mini-refrigerator, safe, work desk, reading chair, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, flat screen TV, and Keurig coffee brewer, with a walk-in shower. Interior Rooms offer the best value with no window. Deluxe Rooms provide exterior views, and Suites have a parlor with limited availability.
Basin St Café
Basin St Café, in the lobby of Basin St Station Welcome Center, is run by the Messina family of Messina's Catering. It offers New Orleans Café au Lait, gourmet coffees and teas, iced and frozen coffees, and pastries. Lunch items include Muffulettas, sandwiches, salads, and wraps. Wine, beer, and mixed drinks are also available. The café operates daily from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Location Highlights
Located in Basin St Station, the original Norfolk Southern Railway station (circa 1904), The Brakeman Hotel is near landmarks such as Bourbon Street (1 km), Louis Armstrong Park (0.5 km), and the French Market (1.5 km). The hotel is also close to Cafe du Monde (1 km), the New Orleans Jazz Museum (1.5 km), and the Mercedes-Benz Superdome (1.5 km). Shuttle, Taxi, Ride-Share, and Rental options are available at airport baggage claim.
Guest Services
This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM, and free WiFi. Guests can use amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. A snack bar/deli is available for guests. The hotel can arrange special opportunities for groups and small meetings. They welcome meetings, tour groups, conventioneers, family reunions and wedding groups.
Unique New Orleans Gifts
Find New Orleans gifts in our gift shop. In addition, The Brakeman Hotel serves as the city's Visitor Information Center and the primary stop of New Orleans City Sightseeing, daily Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tours of the city.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Single Room
2 persons
26 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- On-site car park
- Off-site car park
- Handicap parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Snack bar
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
501 Basin Street,
New Orleans,
Louisiana,
United States,
LA 70112,
Louisiana
Map view
501 Basin Street,
New Orleans,
Louisiana,
United States,
LA 70112,
Louisiana
City landmarks
Park
Jackson Square
950 m
Museum
The National WWII Museum
2.3
km
Landmark
French Quarter
730 m
Landmark
Frenchmen Street
1.8
km
Landmark
Bourbon Street
800 m
Aquarium
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
1.5
km
Church
Saint Louis Cathedral
850 m
Park
Louis Armstrong Park
630 m
Museum
New Orleans Jazz Museum
1.6
km
Landmark
Mercedes-Benz Superdome
1.5
km
Landmark
Cafe du Monde beignets
1.1
km
Market
French Market
1.5
km
Museum
Cabildo
850 m
Landmark
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
880 m
Landmark
Preservation Hall
660 m
Museum
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
900 m
Museum
Museum of Death
600 m
Park
Lafayette Square
1.6
km
Museum
The Presbytere
930 m
Zoo
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
1.3
km
Museum
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
730 m
Museum
The Historic New Orleans Collection
750 m
Mall
New Orleans Riverwalk Shopping Center
1.9
km
Fountain
Spanish Plaza
1.6
km
Museum
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
2.2
km
Shopping Area
Canal Place
1.3
km
Nearby
Cemetery
St Louis Cemetery No 1
90 m
410 Basin St
Our Sacred Stories
130 m
Church
Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel
140 m
Museum
Hermann-Grima House
410 m
Restaurants
Cafe Du Monde
1.1
km
800 Decatur St In Front of Jackson Square
Arrow Cafe
270 m
628 N Rampart St
Fahy's Irish Pub
300 m
540 Burgundy St
Three Legged Dog Tavern
340 m
400 Burgundy St
St. Pat's Coffee House
380 m
933 Conti St
Faubourg Bistro
420 m
700 Burgundy St Located in the back of 700 Club
Deja Vu Bar & Grill
440 m
400 Dauphine St
Bar Tonique
460 m
820 North Rampart Street
Bertha's Place Bar & Restaurant
470 m
1501 Basin St
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 20 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
10
Questions of the users
About The Brakeman Hotel
Can two guests comfortably stay in a deluxe single room for a few nights?
15 October 2024
The deluxe single room is spacious enough to accommodate two people comfortably.
What are the fees for parking and is there a security deposit upon check-in?
20 September 2024
A $100 deposit is required at check-in, and parking costs $20 per night plus tax.
What is the distance from the hotel to Bourbon Street and the French Quarter?
5 December 2024
The Brakeman Hotel is 1.5 blocks from the French Quarter and 4.5 blocks from Bourbon Street.
What amenities are available in the hotel's common areas?
12 January 2025
Amenities include a 24-hour front desk/concierge, complimentary Wi-Fi, discounted self-parking, and a café open daily.
Can I find any dining options near the hotel?
25 February 2025
Yes, the Basin St Café located in the hotel offers gourmet coffee, pastries, and New Orleans lunch items daily.
Is there a swimming pool available for guests?
8 March 2024
Complimentary pool privileges are offered at a nearby sister hotel.
What kind of environment is suitable for group gatherings at this hotel?
15 January 2025
The Brakeman Hotel provides a serene atmosphere for meetings, family reunions, and small events away from larger chain hotels.
Are there unique gifts for sale within the hotel?
10 February 2025
There is a gift shop featuring items that are uniquely New Orleans for guests to purchase.
How can I check for group rates and availability for a block of rooms?
30 April 2024
Contact the dedicated Group Sales Manager for information on group rates and the minimum number of rooms required.Next best alternative
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