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Rathbone Mansions

4.4(539)
Hotel

About

Rathbone Mansions offers a refined boutique hotel experience in two historic Italianate buildings on Esplanade Avenue, just steps from the French Quarter. The property features spacious rooms with original wood floors, modern bathrooms, and thoughtful amenities like mini-fridges and climate control, blending historic charm with contemporary comfort.

The mansions provide a quiet retreat with a shaded porch, a small outdoor pool, and hot tub surrounded by mature oaks and a tropical courtyard. Its prime location near Frenchmen Street places you close to live music and local culture, making it an ideal spot for business travelers seeking both convenience and character in New Orleans.

Best for

  • Boutique group stays near French Quarter
  • Quiet executive retreats with pool access
  • Intimate client dinners in historic setting

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Architecture
Two pre-Civil War mansions with preserved period details
Rathbone Mansions consists of two separate historic buildings from 1846 and 1850, featuring Italianate and Greek Revival styles. Architectural elements like double-level iron galleries, Ionic columns, and a Creole-style courtyard create an authentic
Outdoor Amenities
Intimate pool and hot tub surrounded by shady oaks
A small outdoor pool and hot tub offer a refreshing retreat, set amid mature oak trees and a tropical courtyard. This quiet outdoor space provides a peaceful contrast to the nearby vibrant French Quarter.
Location
Steps from the French Quarter and Frenchmen Street
Located on Esplanade Avenue, the venue offers easy walking access to the French Quarter’s historic bars and shops, plus live music venues on nearby Frenchmen Street, placing guests in the heart of New Orleans culture.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 539 reviews