Historic Hotel on Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, Near French Quarter & Frenchmen Street
Rathbone Mansions is a historic boutique hotel on Esplanade Avenue in New Orleans, offering a quiet retreat just steps from the French Quarter. With Frenchmen Street close by, guests enjoy easy access to live music, local culture, and the timeless charm of this iconic neighborhood.
Welcome to Rathbone Mansions
Experience historic boutique hospitality on Esplanade Avenue.
There are few locations in all of New Orleans that boast a more romantic atmosphere. Sitting squarely at the tree-lined threshold of the Tremé and the Marigny, Rathbone Mansions connects you directly to the heartbeat of the city.
Pool & Hot Tub
Historic Charm
Prime Location
Free Wi-Fi
Two separate pre-Civil War properties offering an authentic New Orleans atmosphere.
Just minutes from our doors lies the vibrant heartbeat of the city and Frenchmen Street.
Lovingly restored 19th-century architecture with meticulously preserved historical integrity.
1244 Property
Mansion at 1244
Esplanade
Built in 1846 by Adolph Gauche for Belle Elizabeth Aubert, a free woman of color. The mansion features unusual double-level iron side galleries supported by Ionic columns and a large front porch overlooking Esplanade Avenue.
The Grand Parlor serves as a meeting place for guests during breakfast hours, and this location features a refreshing pool and hot tub available to guests of either Mansion.
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1227 Property
Mansion at 1227
Esplanade
A rare New Orleans example of the Greek Revival architectural style, built in 1850. Lovingly restored in 1985 with 12 individually decorated guest rooms, its architectural integrity has been meticulously preserved.
Details such as the wrought iron fence, large front porch, and a secluded Creole-style tropical courtyard with palm and banana trees combine to create a timeless atmosphere redolent of the Old South.
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Modern Comforts
Curated Amenities
The Good Stuff
Fresh filtered water, fruit, and granola available 24/7. Fresh coffee, tea served daily in the mornings.
In-Room Comfort
Equipped with flat screens, mini-fridges, microwaves, and climate control for your perfect stay.
Beekman 1802
Cruelty-free, all-natural shampoos and body washes made in the USA that won't leave you dry.
Pool & Hot Tub
Relax after a day of sightseeing by taking a dip in our refreshing pool or unwinding in the hot tub.
Location
Steps from the Heartbeat of New Orleans
Frenchmen Street
Just minutes from our doors lies a two-block strip offering an astonishing variety of live music, from jazz and latin to funk and rhythm & blues.
The French Quarter
Immerse yourself in everything the Vieux Carré has to offer, from the historic bars of Bourbon Street to the elegance of Royal Street antique shops.
Everyone in this good city enjoys the full right to pursue his own inclinations in all reasonable and unreasonable ways.
— The Picayune's New Orleans
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Event Packages
From intimate cocktails in the parlor to full mansion rentals, discover versatile spaces for your unforgettable New Orleans moments.
Full Mansion Rental
Reserve the entire 1227 or 1244 property for your wedding party, corporate retreat, or family reunion.
Cocktails in The Parlor
A sophisticated one-night private event hosted in our historic Grand Parlor. Perfect for intimate gatherings.
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PhotoShoot Package
Utilize our lush courtyards, grand staircases, and historic architecture as the backdrop for your photography.