Hh Whitney House - A Bed & Breakfast On The Historic Esplanade – A Favorite for Families in New Orleans
About the Hotel
Historic Rooms & Suites
HH Whitney House offers five guest rooms with queen beds, including the Solarium Suite with a private gallery overlooking Esplanade Avenue and an antique claw-foot tub. The Garden Suite features French doors opening to a balcony with pool views and a glass-block shower with dual heads. All rooms include a 20-inch flat-panel TV with DVD player, ceiling fan, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Bathrobes, slippers, and Aromae botanical toiletries are provided.
Breakfast & Dining
A hot breakfast is served each morning at 8:30 AM, with options like ham and cheese croissants, Eggs Whitney, praline pecan pain perdu, and waffles with fresh fruit. Guests have access to a complimentary beverage refrigerator and snack basket. The kitchen includes a microwave and toaster for guest use.
Pool & Garden
The property features an in-ground swimming pool and hot tub set in a tropical garden with Travertine tile. Goldfish ponds and fountains adorn the grounds. The area is suited for morning coffee, afternoon cocktails, or late-night relaxation.
Esplanade Ridge Location
Situated in the Esplanade Ridge historic district, the B&B is eight blocks from the French Quarter and one mile from City Park. The Esplanade Avenue bus runs every 30 minutes, and taxi service to the French Quarter costs $6-7. Louis Armstrong International Airport is 15 km away, with taxi fares at $36 for 1-2 persons.
Guest Services
Check-in is by appointment, with early arrivals accommodated when possible. Off-street parking is available upon request. The hosts provide personalized arrival coordination and local activity recommendations. Room rates include breakfast and taxes, with prices ranging from $125 to $295 per night.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
