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The Whitney Hotel

2.0 star property
Historic hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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The Whitney Hotel captures New Orleans' charm with historic character and practical amenities. Travelers appreciate the business center, in-room WiFi, and indoor pool. Dry cleaning services are handy after visits to Caesars Casino and the WWII Museum.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
610 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA, 70130

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bourbon Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National World War II Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • St. Charles at Poydras Stop - 1 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 15 min walk
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luke - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Streetcar Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trenasse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fourth Wall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Whitney Hotel

Historic hotel near Canal Street
A short walk from Caesars New Orleans Casino and National World War II Museum, The Whitney Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
  • Concierge services, ATM/banking services, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 93 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 474 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1910

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 for adults and USD 3.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 36.00 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

Whitney Wyndham
Whitney Wyndham Hotel
Whitney Wyndham Hotel New Orleans
Whitney Wyndham New Orleans
Whitney Hotel New Orleans
Whitney Hotel
Whitney New Orleans
Whitney Hotel Wyndham Historic
The Whitney Hotel Hotel
The Whitney Hotel New Orleans
The Whitney Hotel Hotel New Orleans

Frequently asked questions

Does The Whitney Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Whitney Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for a fee. Valet parking is available for USD 36.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Whitney Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Whitney Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Whitney Hotel located?

Located in New Orleans Central Business District, this historic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lafayette Square, Canal Street, and Bourbon Street. Caesars New Orleans Casino and National World War II Museum are also within 15 minutes. St. Charles at Poydras Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Carondelet at Poydras Stop is 3 minutes.

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