About The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
Housed in a nineteenth century warehouse, The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery offers stylish boutique accommodations. The Warehouse District hotel is just four blocks from New Orleans’ historic French Quarter.
Stylishly-decorated rooms feature exposed beams and brickwork alongside wood or carpeted floors. In-room amenities include air conditioning, TV, work desk, and chair. Guests can decadently choose from a pillow menu.
Local artwork adorns corridor walls while the lobby features an art gallery and Chandlery, selling clothing, jewelry, candles, soap and more. Valet parking is available.
Compère Lapin, the hotel restaurant, serves a fusion of New Orleans and Caribbean cuisine with a European twist. The hotel also features a bar and coffee bar.Compère Lapin, the hotel restaurant, serves a fusion of New Orleans and Caribbean cuisine with a European twist. The hotel also features a bar and coffee bar.
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery is situated opposite Harrah’s Casino and is just four blocks from the outlet stores on the Riverwalk. Bourbon Street and Jackson Square are less than one kilometre away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Great location for sightseers.
According to reports, The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery is ideally positioned for tourists looking to explore New Orleans. The hotel is located four blocks from the French Quarter and the famed Bourbon Street is a 10-15 minute walk away. As an added bonus, because the hotel isn't slap bang in the middle of the tourist district, guests can enjoy a quieter stay.
positive:
Attractive décor and artwork.
Past guests have praised the hotel's stylish décor, particularly the exposed beams and brickwork. As well as the décor, guests also applaud the original artwork that is dotted about the hotel.
positive:
Comfortable beds make for a great night's sleep.
Numerous guests have been won over by the hotel's beds, which are said to be very comfortable. Guests report having enjoyed a great night's sleep during their stay.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Breakfast not offered.
One of the most common criticisms of The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery is that the hotel does not offer a breakfast as such. Guests hoping to enjoy a cooked or continental breakfast find themselves disappointed. The hotel does serve coffee and pastries from its lobby coffee bar.
negative:
Windowless rooms can be a little gloomy.
Due to the property's former life as a warehouse, interior rooms in the hotel do not feature windows. Guests report that these rooms can be quite gloomy without any natural light. Guests staying in some exterior rooms report a similar problem thanks to very small windows.
negative:
Valet parking service has some issues.
While many people enjoy their stay at The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chancery, some guests report issues with the valet parking service. A number of guests suggest the cost of parking is on the expensive side, while others have complained there isn't always enough room to park, leaving them to seek out alternative options.