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  • Ashton's Bed and Breakfast Video: Just nine blocks from the world-famous French Quarter, this stunning Greek Revival 1860's mansion is located on historic Esplanade Avenue, sheltered under ancient oaks. The home has been lovingly restored with attention to historic preservation, while providing modern conveniences for guests.

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  • Bed&Breakfast Diamond Collection

    An exclusive of professionally inspected and guest-reviewed luxury inns with extensive modern amenities.

    Inn Details

    Just nine blocks from the world-famous French Quarter, this stunning Greek Revival 1860's mansion is located on historic Esplanade Avenue, sheltered under ancient oaks. The home has been lovingly restored with attention to historic preservation, while providing modern conveniences for guests.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    Other Amenities:

    • Smoking Patio & Veranda

    • Off-Street Parking (Free)

    • Complimentary Beverages & Snacks

    • In-Room Voice Mail

    • Independant Climate Control

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  • Pontalba Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $109/$149

    Bienville Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$149

    Napoleon Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$179

    Laneaux Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$179

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 2:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: Two night minimum stay on weekends. Longer minimums may apply on special events.

    • Deposit amount required: First Night or 25%, whichever is greater. Special events and groups reserving 50%.

    • Cancellations: Deposit (1st night or 25%) will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee, if cancellation is received at least 14 days before day of your scheduled arrival. Special Event (Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, New Years, etc) deposits are non refundable.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Children under 16 must not be left unattended.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30 to 10:00

    • Serving location: Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Any special diet

    • with advance notice.

    Additional food services

    • Custom Teas

    • Snacks & Cookies

    • Tassimo Coffee Service

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  • Location Type

    • 6 Blocks to Jazz Fest

    • 9 Blocks to French Quarter

    • Esplanade Ridge

    • City

    City

    • Directions to property:
      Located on historic Esplanade Avenue, just blocks from the Vieux Carre or French Quarter.

    Airport

    • New Orleans, LA (MSY) 18 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take the Airport Access Road to I-10 East. Follow I-10 for 11.6 miles to the ESPLANADE AVE (236A) exit. At the bottom of the Esplanade off-ramp, move to the left lane quickly. Turn LEFT at the first light, onto ESPLANADE AVE. Take Esplanade Ave four blocks. Ashton's is on the right, just after N. Johnson Street. Look for two large white houses with six columns across the front veranda. A small green and yellow sign on one of the columns says "Ashton's Mechling Bed & Breakfast"

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Plantations

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Zoo

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    A New Orleans Treasure

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    Staying in this beautiful home is just like living in the mid 1800's except you have every convenience you could want- great bathrooms, comfortable beds, flatscreen tv, thermostats, and amenities. Patrick must have been a chef in a previous life because he fixes fabulously creative breakfasts each morning. Delicious and plenty! The location is convenient to the Quarter, but very quiet at night. Loved the gated parking and safe entry late at night.

    Superior servic and food!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I actually stayed here in March 2010 (review screen didn't go back that far) and had a great experience. The B&B was recommended by the friends that I was traveling with. Owners very courteous and service oriented. The food was top notch...Patrick is a great cook. The room was nicely accomodated. Patrick drove me back to the airport as well...a definite perk and extraordinary service!

    This is the Place to go to be Pampered!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    What a friendly welcoming place Ashton's is! New Orleans was an enjoyable and unique experience on its own, but this B&B completed the story. The room was so comfortable. Those bed sheets were so soft! I'm going to buy some just like them. The best part of the stay was the family-like atmosphere at breakfast. The guests get to share their stories over the best breakfasts anywhere. If I ever get back to New Orleans, I'll be staying there again for sure.

    It doesn't get better than Ashton's!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    I have stayed in many B&Bs throughout the U.S. and Europe, but none comes close to Ashton's. Ashton's B&B is an exquisite, historic New Orleans home beautifully maintained and restored (after Katrina) to its original form. Top notch in cleanliness, decor and amenities. The rooms are fabulous! Spacious & gorgeous with comfy beds, plush robes and Aveda toiletries. We were spoiled with Patrick's original recipe, HUGE gourmet breakfasts -- absolutely wonderful! Not only delicious, but the presentation is amazing - almost too beautiful to eat. But eat we did and all I can say is WOW! New Orleans is known for great food, but I'd have to say our favorite meals during our trip came from Patrick. Not only is a grand breakfast provided each day, but an endless supply of coffees, teas, refreshments, fruits, snacks, chocolates and baked goods are available & complimentary to guests 24 hours a day. Talk about being pampered!! Patrick will also be your "Tour Director Extraordinaire." A native of New Orleans, he knows the area like the back of his hand. He will kindly share ideas of places to see, best places to eat, current happenings, best music spots and directions on how to get to where you want to go. He has all the history and inside information on NOLA, which in itself is invaluable. The location of Ashton's B&B is perfect. It is within walking distance of the lively French Quarter, but in a quiet, historic neighborhood. I can honestly say that our trip would not have been nearly as wonderful without the good fortune of staying with Patrick & Karma at Ashton's. I would never stay anywhere else while in NOLA. If Ashton's doesn't have a room available for my next trip, I will reschedule my travel plans around their availability. I'm not kidding!! Ashton's B&B is 100% first class -- it just doesn't get any better!

    Wonderful Weekend Vacation

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Only being able to stay in New Orleans for a weekend, I wanted to stay in a place that would add to the experience. Ashton's Bed and Breakfast did just that. Patrick, the owner, served a wonderful gourmet breakfast every morning. He was available to recommend places to eat and activities to do. My husband and I stayed in room seven and it was beautifully decorated and comfortable. The whirlpool tub for two was wonderful also. Our second day there, we came back to take a break for the afternoon and found German Chocolate cupcakes waiting in our room. They were delicious! The bed and breakfast is a short, affordable cab ride from the French Quarter with a recommended cab service on speed dial in our room. Our car was safely parked in private, gated parking. You are given a remote to get in and out if you prefer to drive your own car around. I highly recommend this establishment to anyone visiting New Orleans!

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