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1923 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 00

Hh Whitney House - A Bed & Breakfast On The Historic Esplanade - Historic Italianate-style B&B with pool near French Quarter

Located in New Orleans' Esplanade Ridge historic district, between the Mississippi River and City Park. This Italianate-style home features ceiling medallions, ornate archways, and eleven fireplaces including two with Italian marble mantelpieces. Amenities include a swimming pool, hot tub, complimentary snacks and beverages, and WiFi. Breakfast specialties include freshly baked ham & cheese croissants, Eggs Whitney, and praline pecan pain perdu. The property is 8 blocks from the French Quarter and 3.5 km from Union Station.

Additional perks of the hotel

In-ground swimming pool and hot tub with Travertine tile

Goldfish pond with Rebecca fountain

Complimentary beverage refrigerator and snack basket

Microwave and toaster access for guests

Front porch breakfast during Rock'n'Roll Mardi Gras Marathon and Crescent City Classic 10K Run

Wedding ceremony and vow renewal services

Off-street parking available upon request

Laundry room access available upon request

Guest Accommodations

The property offers 3 guest rooms and 2 suites, each featuring one queen-sized bed. The Solarium Suite includes a full sitting parlor, sleeping alcove, private gallery overlooking Esplanade Avenue, and ensuite bath with antique claw-foot tub. The Garden Suite features French doors leading to a private balcony overlooking the pool, exposed brick fireplace, and glass-block shower with dual shower heads. The Bride's Room has a black-iron bed with floral decor and connects to adjacent rooms via pocket doors. The Groom's Room features a Cypress door-panel bed crafted from original house doors. The Scarlett O'Hara Room includes Gone with the Wind memorabilia and a four-poster queen rice bed.

Other conveniences

20-inch flat panel TVs with built-in DVD players and digital satellite signal

Ceiling fans in all rooms

Cotton Chadsworth & Haig waffle bathrobes and slippers

Turkish Towel Company towels

Comphy bed linens

Aromae-brand botanical bath amenities

Hairdryers and ironing facilities

Room safes and smoke alarms

Alarm clock with radio and CD player

Writing desks and seating areas in most rooms

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Junior Suite
2 persons
37 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Two-Bedroom Suite
2 persons
70 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
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Family Double Room
2 persons
56 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
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Queen Room
2 persons
23 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
New Orleans 1.3 km
Airports
New Orleans Lakefront (NEW) 10.8 km
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 21.4 km
Train
Union Station 2.9 km

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • Jacuzzi
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Hotel Location

1923 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 00
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1923 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 00
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