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The Brakeman Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Bourbon Street

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Lobby
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Gift shop
Exterior
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
17 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
501 Basin Street, New Orleans, LA, 70112

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Canal Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jackson Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Caesars Superdome - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

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

  • ‪Razzoo Club & Patio - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hideout Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Erin Rose - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jewel of the South - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vacherie - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Brakeman Hotel

Hotel near Bourbon Street
Close to Canal Street and Caesars New Orleans Casino, The Brakeman Hotel provides amenities like a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • ATM/banking services, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Brakeman Hotel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Travel cribs, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

The Brakeman Hotel Hotel
The Brakeman Hotel New Orleans
The Brakeman Hotel Hotel New Orleans

Frequently asked questions

Is The Brakeman Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Brakeman Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at The Brakeman Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Brakeman Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Brakeman Hotel located?

Located in Mid-City District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Louis Armstrong Park, Bourbon Street, and Canal Street. Saenger Theatre and Jackson Square are also within 15 minutes. North Rampart at Conti Stop is only a 3-minute walk and Canal at South Rampart Stop is 7 minutes.

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The Brakeman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 214 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms and excellent location within easy walking distance of the French Quarter.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved The Brakeman! The spot is perfect for walking to just about anything. Loved the charm of the place and our room was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Nice hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

I B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. Cross Rampart and you are in the quarter. We liked the museum in the lobby and the cleanliness of the property in general. Room was large and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a find. A beautiful room in a quiet location convenient to the Quarter. A perfect trip. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely unique hotel, a great location & lovely helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Glad we selected this package Good value
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel near Louis I cemetery. Walkable to the FQ. Limited amenities… cafe doesn’t open until 8:30 and closes at 3 pm. Some dining and drinking establishments within a couple blocks… bar tonique and jewel of the south especially notable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so unique! We loved the walkability to other areas of NOLA. There was easy access to tours from the downstairs lobby - hop on/hop off bus, cemetery tour. The rooms were comfortable and there were so many points that required key access that the location felt very secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and unique small hotel. Excellent staff. Cool location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Julia Goss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience at The Brakeman!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

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

Best Value

Beautiful hotel ! Easy walking distance to the Quarter.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Unique hotel

Beautiful boutique hotel. A hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful! Had a very historic feel, while having the modern convenience. Make sure to visit the gift shop. You can book most any tour in the lobby. Has a great cafe, that I wish opened just a bit earlier. 4 blocks from Bourbon St, so the tipsy walk home isn't too bad. The rooms are HUGE! Nice bathroom and shower. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Costa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel with brilliant staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with my stay at The Brakeman. Historic boutique hotel close to everything but not too close! Will absolutely stay here again, next time I’m in NOLA.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, I can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great boutique hotel - large and comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff, great location (we walked everywhere from here). Nothing fancy - but safe and clean and cute! And the staff are amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! All of the employees we interacted with were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kentrell

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

Gregory @ the front desk was top class!

Great time, and great experience! Greg at the front desk was 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, large red brick rooms. Staff was friendly and highly efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. So close to everything and incredibly safe. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful - staff was awesome - conveniently located to the French Quarter
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

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

Brakeman

A unique hotel within walking distance to the French Quarter. I would absolutely stay there again and would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gem of a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024