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The Drifter Hotel New Orleans, New Orleans

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About the Hotel

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

The Drifter Hotel, located on Tulane Avenue, embodies a modern twist on nostalgic design, drawing inspiration from the Beat Generation. This property showcases a unique cultural blend, welcoming both local and global travelers in search of original experiences. The hotel stands out in New Orleans' Mid-City, far from typical tourist offerings, and features a kaleidoscope of culinary options from around the world. Guests benefit from health-focused amenities, unique aesthetic elements, and a busy calendar of events.

Location

The Drifter is situated in the vibrant Mid-City area, adjacent to City Park, which offers vast green spaces, sports facilities, and the New Orleans Botanical Garden. The hotel is in proximity to major attractions, including the National WWII Museum and Jackson Square. Public transport and rideshare options make navigating the city convenient for guests.

Rooms

Some units at The Drifter feature private bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries. Each room is designed with a tile or marble floor and includes air conditioning. Select accommodations also offer private entrances and patios, enhancing guest privacy and comfort.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers a diverse culinary program, starting with a café serving specialty coffee from La Colombe alongside fresh baked goods. Guests can also enjoy meals from rotating chic food trucks and on-property pop-ups featuring flavors from various locales, including Mexico City, Haiti, and Colombia. Evening events often accompany a variety of local beverages, including Japanese beers and sakes.

Leisure & Business

Guests can take advantage of an outdoor swimming pool and a calendar filled with social activities, including live music events. The hotel also offers innovative wellness solutions, such as botanical sprays designed to alleviate jet lag and vitamin shots aimed at boosting immunity. Its flexible spaces cater to both leisure and business needs, providing an inviting atmosphere for gatherings and casual meetings.

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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
Max:
4 persons
20 m² 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
Garden view
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King Room
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2 persons
20 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Garden view
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Guest 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 Center
New Orleans 2.1 mi
Airports
New Orleans Lakefront (NEW) 9.1 mi
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 12.1 mi
Train
Union Station 1.9 mi

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 of America, 70119
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3522 Tulane Avenue , New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America, 70119
Nearby
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Twelve Mile Limit
1100 ft
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1500 ft
3835 Tulane Ave
Treo
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Restaurants
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1700 ft
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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 review
7.9
7.9/10based on 153 review
Arthur
United States of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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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