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Inn at the Old Jail

3.5 star property
Guesthouse within easy reach of Fair Grounds Race Course

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Inn at the Old Jail features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Canal Street and Caesars Superdome. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Canal at Dorgenois Stop is 13 minutes and Canal at North Broad Stop is 14 minutes.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2552 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA, 70119

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Caesars Superdome - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bourbon Street - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Smoothie King Center - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 27 min drive
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 11 min drive
  • Canal at Dorgenois Stop - 13 min walk
  • Canal at North Broad Stop - 14 min walk
  • Canal at Tonti Stop - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pal's Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dooky Chase Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Salsa Cafe Latino - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Flour Moon Bagels - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rally's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Inn at the Old Jail

Inn at the Old Jail features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Canal Street and Caesars Superdome. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Canal at Dorgenois Stop is 13 minutes and Canal at North Broad Stop is 14 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 4 children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Free offsite parking nearby
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1902
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Inn Old Jail New Orleans
Inn Old Jail
Old Jail New Orleans
Inn at the Old Jail Guesthouse
Inn at the Old Jail New Orleans
Inn at the Old Jail Guesthouse New Orleans

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Inn at the Old Jail?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Inn at the Old Jail?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Inn at the Old Jail?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Inn at the Old Jail?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Fair Grounds Race Course (16-min walk) and Caesars New Orleans Casino (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Inn at the Old Jail and nearby?

Inn at the Old Jail has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Inn at the Old Jail like?

Inn at the Old Jail is a short 16-minute walk from Fair Grounds Race Course and 17 minutes' walk from Louis Armstrong Park.

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Reviews

Inn at the Old Jail Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

History
Tours
Bed
Coffee
Room
Building

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This place is all right, all right, all right! The Old Jail is a gem, if you like original old buildings you’re in it for a treat! The Police Jail has a lot old charm and character, situated in Tremé / LaFitte neighborhood. Go to breakfast or brunch to Leo’s Bread or Flour Mood! Walkable distance to New Orleans Streetcars on Canal Street or take the city bus just around the corner! -Pierre
Pierre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool, neat venue in an old jail, double Queen bed room was spacious! Todd, the owner was so sweet and responded quickly to any need and gave us a tour of the place to boot! Very nice that there’s a kitchen downstairs with cereal, dishes, snacks available and fridge to store drinks and leftovers! Parking was right in front, it is located in a newer part of Treme’ being redeveloped to be safer, we felt safe at that location but be careful any part of NOLA!
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of the coolest places to stay in NOLA. They did an excellent job preserving the history of the jail house with thoughtful details and fun decor throughout the inn. The common area is spacious and welcoming like a big house, beautiful kitchen area, lots of tables and seats 3 pianos and occasional musicians popping on to play a tune. The roof deck is wonderful for enjoying a beverage and some chill time. The 20min walk to the French Quarter and charming. Todd our host is the best and will give you great recs. We'd definitely come back to stay at the Jail House!
Christine, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The building itself is beautiful, and has amazing historical charm. The host is very accommodating and friendly. However, it is advertised that there is a breakfast. There was coffee, and bananas. But there was no breakfast to speak of. So that was a bit of a disappointment. We were warned by our taxi driver that the area was not safe to walk around. The area did appear a bit run down. However, I couldn’t say for sure about the safety as we did not walk around we took an Uber everywhere.
Krista, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Truly unique experience in a classic NOLA neighborhood! Fantastic communication and staff. Highly recommend this little gem!
Michael, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the creative mix of old and new
Cooper, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the coolest properties we’ve ever stayed at
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Todd’s place was really homey with a lot of history. It was clean and felt like a home away from home. Todd was an awesome host!
Audrey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Get locked away in this New Orleans hotel

What a beautiful and unique property! The room was very comfortable, the decor and condition of the historical building were exceptional. The owner trusts his guests which is fantastic, with an honor bar/fridge and open kitchen. We had issues with the front door security which required us to call him several nights in a rolw. Thank god for Facetime, he was able to walk us through the process (which was different than on the instruction pad). I would have given the place give stars across the board except we never had linen service/room cleaning that we could tell. We got towels upon request, but that was because the maid service was in the building at the time. These are small things though, and we will stay there again!
MATHEW, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such an incredible place to stay. Todd was so personable and insightful, cannot wait to come back. Bed was incredibly comfortable and room was sparkling clean.
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay

Great place. Great service.
Tyson, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really cool and unique place in a good area!
Will, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Cool place!

The Inn is really cool! Love the history, architecture and bed was very comfortable. Communication was great. The neighborhood seemed a little sketchy, but as we pulled up to park and once inside we gave it no thought. We drove everywhere we went anyway.
Jeanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at the Old Jail, what a place! Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we come back to New Orleans, which I'm sure we will!
Mollie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.

The Inn at the Old Jail is exactly what it says. A fantastic place to stay with authentic feel and original features. Todd our host was brilliant and very knowledgeable about the history of the building plus gave us very useful information about what to do and where to eat etc. We could not really fault this place to stay with its quirky feel and historical vent which includes various memorabilia from its past use.
Keith, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Inn at the Old Jail is a unique historic botique hotel, with tremendous character and charm. The host of the Inn is very knowledgeable about New Orleans and makes you feel like a guest in his home! We had a wonderful time in New Orleans and wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else next time we visit!
CHARLES, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay. Not the normal "hotel". It is beautiful inside and just the history behind the Inn. If we ever come back I would definitely stay here again. I could see where parking could be an issue as it is in a residential area. We were lucky and parked right out front.
Shannon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was unique at this property and it’s a true gem! We appreciate the hospitality!
david, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I can’t say enough good things about the Inn! The Innkeeper, Todd, was awesome! He took us on a tour of the Inn sharing all the buildings history. I enjoyed seeing all the antiques throughout the Inn. The neighborhood was quiet and away from the crowds, but only a 10 minute drive from all the action of New Orleans. The rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable. I highly recommend this place. I will stay here again the next time I’m in town.
Kelsey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique spot. Owner was very attentive to your needs and always making sure you are armed with information as you head out into the streets of NOLA.
David, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic!

We had an amazing stay! Todd was a terrific host who was really attentive to our comfort and took time to get to know us. He gave great advice on places to visit and to eat. We loved the tour of this incredible, historic building, which is stunning. We highly recommend pausing each morning to enjoy coffee on the rooftop deck! We couldn't have chosen a better place to stay.
Andrea, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful host! Welcoming, offered great recommendations and made us feel right at home!
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay, with very thoughtful innkeepers! Highly recommend
ROBYN, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is full of rich history. The owners are very sweet and accommodating and helpful.
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Slightly off the beaten path but worth it. Owners take pride in the property and show it. Common areas are extremely clean, very functional and thematically appropriate. Bed was comfy with great pillows. Owners provide water bottles and snacks. Would have to take me away in handcuffs to stay somewhere else. Just a very cool place at a reasonable price. Would stay again! As for the tour!
Pamela, 3-night trip