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Hotel Overview

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

Empress Hotel - Downtown hotel near Bourbon Street and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Located in the heart of New Orleans city center, Empress Hotel is in Treme, known for its jazz clubs, soul food spots, and cultural centers celebrating African-American and Creole heritage. The hotel is within walking distance of Bourbon Street, the historic French Quarter, and the mansions of the Garden District. Nearby attractions include Backstreet Cultural Museum, New Orleans Jazz Park, and Louisiana Museum of African American History. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is 15 km away. Amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. A deposit is required for guests traveling with pets.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary morning coffee

Ironing facilities available on request

Heating and air conditioning in all rooms

Terrace, patio, and garden furniture

Rooms

Air-conditioned rooms include a private bathroom, a TV with cable channels, and free WiFi. Each room is equipped with an AM/FM alarm clock and a flat-screen TV. Rates are based on one guest, with a maximum occupancy of two.

Other conveniences

Free toiletries provided

Flat-screen TV in every room

Rates apply for additional guests

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Standard Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Double bed
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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
New Orleans 1.2 km
Airports
New Orleans Lakefront (NEW) 10.9 km
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 23.3 km
Train
Union Station 2.3 km

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage 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

  • Cots

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
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Hotel Location

1317 Ursulines Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70116
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1317 Ursulines Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70116
Nearby
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