Empress Hotel New Orleans, New Orleans ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

1317 Ursulines Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116

Located in the culturally rich Treme neighborhood, the Empress Hotel offers easy access to jazz clubs, soul food, and historic attractions. This hotel is strategically placed near Bourbon Street and the vibrant French Quarter. Guests can enjoy complimentary morning coffee and convenient amenities, including free Wi-Fi. The Empress Hotel serves as a practical accommodation option for those looking to explore New Orleans' famed sites.

Location

Situated in the heart of New Orleans city center, the hotel is within walking distance to iconic attractions like Jackson Square and the French Market. The Louisiana Museum of African American History is nearby, highlighting the city's rich heritage. The hotel's location allows easy access to public transportation options and is approximately 9.5 miles from New Orleans Lakefront. Guests can reach the hotel conveniently via Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

Rooms

The hotel features air-conditioned rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV and cable channels. Each room comes with a private bathroom for guest convenience. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Guests can also request ironing facilities for their clothing.

Eat & Drink

While the hotel does not have its own dining facility, it is situated close to numerous restaurants and bars along Bourbon Street. Guests can explore local cuisine within walking distance from the hotel. Nearby venues offer diverse dining options reflecting the rich culinary culture of New Orleans. A complimentary cup of coffee is provided to start the day.

Leisure & Business

The Empress Hotel offers essential amenities such as a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can enjoy a terrace area and garden furniture for relaxation. Complimentary wireless Internet access supports both leisure and business needs. The property also allows pets, though a deposit is required.

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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

Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

New Orleans4000 ft

Airports

New Orleans Lakefront (NEW) 6.8 mi

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 14.5 mi

Train

Union Station 1.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cool and Comfortable

The room had a perfectly cold air conditioning system which made my stay so enjoyable, especially after spending time in the New Orleans heat.view full review

Hot Water Bliss

I loved the shower; it had great water pressure and consistent hot water, making for a refreshing experience at the end of each day.view full review

Safe Parking

I felt secure with the free parking available on-site, which was mostly well-lit, offering peace of mind during my stay.view full review

Functional Fridge

The cold fridge in the room was great for storing snacks and drinks, allowing me to enjoy refreshments at any time.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service

Dining

Outdoor dining area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1317 Ursulines Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116

Map view

1317 Ursulines Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70116

City landmarks

Parks

Jackson Square

3200 ft

from Esplanade Ave to Royal St

Frenchmen Street

3200 ft

Canal St to Esplanade Ave

French Quarter

2500 ft

New Orleans

Bourbon Street

3200 ft

Museums

The National WWII Museum

1.6 mi

Museums

New Orleans Jazz Museum

3200 ft

Church

Saint Louis Cathedral

3200 ft

Cemetery

St Louis Cemetery No 1

2500 ft

Parks

Louis Armstrong Park

2500 ft

Market

French Market

3200 ft

800 Decatur St

Cafe du Monde beignets

3200 ft

Aquarium

Audubon Aquarium of the Americas

1.5 mi

Museums

Cabildo

3200 ft

726 St Peter St

Preservation Hall

2500 ft

Museums

New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum

3200 ft

1500 Sugar Bowl Dr

Mercedes-Benz Superdome

1.3 mi

Museums

Museum of Death

2500 ft

Museums

The Presbytere

3200 ft

Parks

Washington Square

3700 ft

Museums

Backstreet Cultural Museum

2500 ft

Royal Street

1.6 mi

Museums

New Orleans Pharmacy Museum

3200 ft

Parks

Washington Artillery Park

3200 ft

Mall

New Orleans Riverwalk Shopping Center

1.3 mi

Historic Site

Lalaurie Mansion

3200 ft

Museums

Beauregard-Keyes House

3200 ft

419 Decatur St

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

1.5 mi

Church

St Augustine's Catholic Church

2500 ft

Nearby

1417-1419 Governor Nicholls Street

New Orleans African American Museum

600 ft

Museums

Treme's Petit Jazz Museum

600 ft

Restaurants

Fatma's Cozy Corner

800 ft

1532 Ursulines Ave

Bar Tonique

1900 ft

820 North Rampart Street

Bertha's Place Bar & Restaurant

1700 ft

1501 Basin St

Rampart Street Food Store

2300 ft

1700 N Rampart St

Tiger's Creole Cuisine

2200 ft

1612 Basin St

Cajun Seafood

2700 ft

1479 North Claiborne Avenue

Today's Cajun Seafood

2600 ft

1700 Saint Claude Avenue

Arrow Cafe

2600 ft

628 N Rampart St

Faubourg Bistro

2800 ft

700 Burgundy St Located in the back of 700 Club

NOLA Poboys

2700 ft

908 Bourbon Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

56%

liked the hotel and would stay again

5.6/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.0

Location

6.3

Service

7.0

Dining

6.5

2/5 based on 310 review

#167 of 179 hotels in New Orleans based on Tripadvisor

William

United States of America, August 2023

5.8/10

The hotel is in a convenient location, walking distance to French Quarters and Louis Armstrong Park. The rooms are small and aged but kept clean. The service was mixed, with friendly staff but lackluster response to concerns. The price and value for money were disappointing. The location is central, though some areas are not great.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are small and noticeably aged but very clean.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly but lacked attentiveness to concerns.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is very central, within walking distance to key attractions.

Dining

5.0

N/A

Facilities

5.0

Limited facilities available.

Greg

United States of America, June 2023

5.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was near the Quarter for Jazz Fest, which was convenient, but the room was in terrible condition, making it hard to stay longer than necessary. The service was wonderful and helpful with local tips, but the neighborhood had some scary aspects. The dining experience was not detailed, but the hotel offers a grocery shopping service and tours/ticket assistance.

Rooms

5.0

The room was small and in a terrible condition, with a full-size bed on a visibly dirty box spring, old furniture, and a broken tile floor. It was hard to feel comfortable in such conditions.

Service

8.0

The service was wonderful, with helpful directions and local tips. However, the neighborhood had some concerning aspects.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location near the Quarter for Jazz Fest was convenient for the event, but the neighborhood had some scary aspects that made me a bit uneasy.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

5.0

Leslie

United States of America, May 2023

5.4/10

I stayed at this hotel with mixed feelings. The rooms could definitely use some maintenance, with paint chipping and walls needing a good clean. Unfortunately, our neighbors were loud, and there were even cockroaches spotted on the first day of our stay. On the positive side, the hotel staff was accommodating and handled our requests well.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms need better upkeep, with paint chipping and walls in need of cleaning. Our stay was affected by noisy neighbors and the presence of cockroaches on the first day.

Service

7.0

Despite the room issues, the staff was responsive and helpful, addressing our concerns effectively.

Location

5.0

The location is not ideal for a peaceful stay, with noise from a nearby guitar player, and the area seems less desirable compared to other accommodations.

Dining

6.0

We didn't have a great dining experience, but the thin crispy fries were a standout. Price for food was reasonable.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were basic, nothing extraordinary, and left much to be desired.