The Brakeman Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (187 reviews)
501 Basin Street , New Orleans , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Coffee Shop on site
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Great location
Clean rooms
Comfortable beds
Good value for money
Cons:
Limited food options
Outdated elevators

Categories

Cleanliness
9.48
Many reviews mention exceptional cleanliness and well-maintained rooms.
Service
9.95
Guests frequently highlight the excellent and friendly service provided by staff.
Location
9.99
The hotel is praised for its great location, close to major attractions.
Room Quality
9.44
Rooms are described as spacious, well-equipped, and comfortable.
Amenities
8.47
Some amenities like food options are limited, but the hotel offers clean and comfortable accommodations.
Value for Money
9.43
Guests feel they received good value given the location and quality.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Limited food options available on-site but a good local cafe nearby.
Overall Experience
9.95
Overall, guests report very positive experiences and highly recommend the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 09:57

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the vibrant Treme district, The Brakeman Hotel is just minutes away from top attractions like Union Station, Mercedes-Benz Superdome, and Morial Convention Center.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a fridge. Enjoy a relaxing shower with complimentary toiletries and make use of the safety deposit box for your valuables.

Exceptional Service
Our 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and convenient amenities like an ATM and private parking. Explore nearby landmarks such as Touro Synagogue and Uptown New Orleans Historic District during your stay.

Book your stay at The Brakeman Hotel for a memorable New Orleans experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 20 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 187 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.48
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.99
Room Quality: 9.44
Amenities: 8.47
Value for Money: 9.43
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 9.95
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Jacky DP • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Melina • couple • uy
10
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Hollis • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location was great. Just a few blocks to the French quarter. Starting point for many tours and the hop on bus tour. Room was spacious and quiet.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Russ • couple • us
8
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
9
Pros:

Beautiful and spacious room. Very clean and the hotel was in a great location. Front desk staff was excellent. The hotel isn't huge, so expect a smaller staff and a unique boutique hotel experience.

Cons:

The hotel was very quiet, but the 5am dumpster collection was near our room. Otherwise it was excellent.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Gerson • couple • us
10
Best trip of the year
Pros:

Location and staff were great

Cons:

Wasn’t able to stay an additional few days in New Orleans

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • ae
9
2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Deepak • couple • in
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-23 • via Nuitee
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alexis • couple • fr
8
2025-10-31 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
2025-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • us
9
Hotel inside a historic train station
Pros:

Excellent service at reception, comfy beds, and really interesting the hotel is situated inside a historic train station.

Cons:

Elevators are a bit out-dated, but other than that, everything was great!

2025-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Paula
10
Five stars
Pros:

Beautiful hotel in great location to walk to French Quarter with good car park. Clean spacious room.

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Graham
10
Pros:

A real gem of a hotel in a great location. Easy parking at a decent price right in front. Highly recommended.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Julian • couple • au
8
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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guy
10
Pros:

Beautiful appointments and location location location is this hotels review! We stayed here 6 weeks ago, liked it so much we returned for another stay!

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Ma'Kalia • partner
10
Pros:

Very clean and safe property. Would definitely stay again.

2025-09-23 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • family
10
Pros:

Highly recommend to anyone looking for a safe convenience spot to stay.

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • family
10
Pros:

There is not one thing I would change about this property. From the first visual of the property you feel comfortable and when entering you are welcomed by a cheerful and helpful front desk manager. Our room was exceptionally clean and charming. The location is perfect only a few blocks from Bourbon Street, Canal, and Saint Charles Ave. The price to stay at this property was reasonable. Definitely would stay again, I highly recommend this property.

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Travonda
10
Pros:

I will definitely stay here again! Staff upon check in and out were super sweet and efficient. Rooms were clean and gorgeous.

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee