The Bottom Line:
Boutique hotel in a historic building in the Business District.
What's Special About the St. James Hotel:
This downtown building has a storied past, from its original opening as a hotel in 1858 to its use as a Civil War Hospital (blues song "St. James Infirmary" is reported to refer to this location). Central location downtown puts it within walking distance or short cab ride from most New Orleans attractions, such as the French Quarter, shopping centers, casino and the streetcar lines.
Guest Rooms and Rates:
90 guest rooms, many with wrought iron balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows, from $89.
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Insider Tips:
- The hotel is a long walk from the French Quarter, but a short cab ride. The St. Charles Avenue Streetcar is only about two blocks away.
Location of the St. James Hotel:
Downtown New Orleans.
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Map and Driving Directions
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Map and Driving Directions
Contact the St. James Hotel:
330 Magazine Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
phone: 504-539-9000, 888-856-4485;
web site: St. James Hotel
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Guest Reviews of St. James Hotel:
(average guest rating: 3 out of 5)
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"Ok here are the pros and cons. The hotel is nice, close to Canal Street, Casino, Riverwalk, etc. Two blocks away is a 24/7 diner that no one knew was there if you ask them. There is a charge for the safe and the phone, but I was told that you get free long distance calls in the price. They told me that the person that was stealing from the safes was caught and was in jail. The A/C will cut off if you leave the room so it is kinda hot when you get to your room after walking in the heat. It did not take long to start cooling off. I guess it is motion or heat detected..." Read more
3 out of 5 -- JWS, visited May 2005
