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The Drifter, New Orleans

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About the Hotel

3522 Tulane Avenue , New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70119

The Drifter, a 3-star hotel with a 7.9/10 rating, is a playful respite showcasing modernized nostalgia and an eclectic culinary scene. This New Orleans hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a vibrant events calendar that includes musical performances.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Drifter include private bathrooms with showers, flat-screen TVs, and air conditioning. Some rooms feature patios, enhancing the experience with outdoor space. Amenities include free toiletries for added convenience.

Dining & Culinary Experiences

Dining options at The Drifter include a café serving specialty coffee from La Colombe and baked goods. The hotel frequently hosts chic food trucks and pop-ups, offering an ever-changing selection from various international cuisines.

Leisure & Nearby Attractions

Guests can enjoy social activities and live music on-site. The Drifter is situated near City Park, a large green space offering sports facilities and boating on Big Lake. Additionally, the hotel is close to landmarks like the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and The National WWII Museum.

Transportation & Area Insights

For transportation, FlixBus services are accessible within a 23-minute walk at the nearest bus station. The Drifter is located in Mid-City, a neighborhood known for its vibrant culture and historical significance.

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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
Double Room Garden View
Max:
4 persons
20 m² 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
Garden view
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Standard King Room
Max:
2 persons
20 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Pool view
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Bunk Bed Room
Max:
6 persons
20 m² 
Bed options:
1 Bunk bed
Pool view
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
New Orleans 3.3 km
Airports
New Orleans Lakefront (NEW) 14.6 km
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 19.4 km
Train
Union Station 3.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box

Room features

  • Patio

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
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Location

3522 Tulane Avenue , New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70119
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3522 Tulane Avenue , New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70119
Nearby
500 S Telemachus St
Twelve Mile Limit
310 m
Firehouse Full Gospel Ministries
380 m
Redemption Nondenominational Fellowship Church
440 m
3835 Tulane Ave
Treo
530 m
Restaurants
Finn McCools
510 m
3701 Banks St La 70119

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
62%
liked the hotel and would stay again
nostalgic vibe
informative service
room issues
uncomfortable location
6.2/10
Nice
Rooms
6.2
Location
5.2
Service
7.8
Dining
6.0
Guest reviews
6.2/10
based on 5 reviews
7.9
7.9/10 based on 153 reviews
Arthur
United States, June  2024
7.0/10

My stay was a mix of positive and negative experiences. The rooms had a vintage 60's chic vibe, great water pressure in the shower, and nice towels, but there was a fist-shaped hole in the bathroom door and a missing phone. The service, while not overly friendly, was informative and helpful. The location, though making me feel safe and cool, was a bit unsettling with a car repair shop across the street and a wig shop next door. The dining options featured typical Corsican products. Overall, the facilities were decent.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a vintage 60's chic vibe, great water pressure in the shower, and nice towels, but there was a fist-shaped hole in the bathroom door and a missing phone.
Service
7.0
The service, while not overly friendly, was informative and helpful.
Location
6.0
The location made me feel safe and cool, but was a bit unsettling with a car repair shop across the street and a wig shop next door.
Dining
8.0
The dining options featured typical Corsican products.
Facilities
7.0
Overall, the facilities were decent.
nostalgic vibe
room issues
David
United States, March  2024
5.0/10

The hotel was in an off location with a fist-shaped hole in the bathroom door and a missing phone but could have done with a TV. The service was very friendly and informative about local places. The location was shady and not ideal for people without a car but open to the public. The dining offered thin crispy fries. The facilities were lacking.

Rooms
5.0
The room had a fist-shaped hole in the door and a missing phone, lacking a TV.
Service
8.0
The service was very friendly and informative about local places.
Location
5.0
The location was shady and not good for people without a car but open to the public.
Dining
5.0
The dining only offered thin crispy fries.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking.
John
United States, February  2024
8.0/10

The hotel is in an off location but served our needs well with its basic yet clean and pleasantly scented rooms. The service was exceptional, going above and beyond to welcome us with a bottle of champagne and provide detailed local recommendations. However, the shady neighborhood could be off-putting to out-of-town visitors, with a car repair shop and wig store nearby.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were basic but fine for what we needed, clean, and smelt nice.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable about the area, and provided extensive local information.
Location
5.0
Despite being in a shady area with unattractive neighboring businesses, the hotel had great accessibility to the French Quarter and a pleasant pool setup.
Dining
10.0
No specific dining feedback available.
Facilities
8.0
Additional facilities details not provided.
Dorothy
United States, December  2023
6.8/10

The hotel has a convenient location, making it easy to catch an Uber into the center of New Orleans, but some noise from the surroundings could be bothersome. The service overall was very friendly, although the staff were not overly friendly to us. It's a great spot for out-of-town visitors seeking easy access but may not be ideal for those sensitive to noise.

Rooms
6.0
The room was fine but not soundproof, could use a TV but may not be necessary due to noise levels.
Service
8.0
The service of the place was very friendly overall.
Location
7.0
The location is great for accessing the French Quarter with a short Uber ride, but noisy surroundings and nearby establishments could be unsettling for some.
Dining
6.0
Dining options were limited, but light salads were available.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has a nice pool arena setup, although parking along the road might be a concern.
Rodney
United States, July  2023
5.2/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was convenient for catching an Uber into the center of New Orleans, but the surroundings weren't ideal with a car repair shop across the street and a wig shop next door. The service was friendly and informative about local places to visit, but it seemed that pool party attendees were more prioritized over hotel guests. The rooms were not soundproof and had a fist-shaped hole in the bathroom door; although a missing phone for necessary communication wasn't ideal, they were still somewhat comfortable. The dining experience was lacking, and the atmosphere was not very welcoming. Overall, the value for money was questionable.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms had a fist-shaped hole in the bathroom door and a missing phone, and were not soundproof.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and knowledgeable about the area, but it seemed to prioritize pool party attendees over other guests.
Location
5.0
The location was convenient for catching an Uber into the center of New Orleans, but the immediate surroundings with a car repair shop and wig shop weren't great.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar, lacking in quality and overall appeal.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel facilities left much to be desired, overall lacking in appeal and convenience.
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