First of all, Loft 523 is on a non-descript block, with no signage or address. So be sure you know where you are going. The room was large, modern and comfortable. Concrete floors, 12 foot ceiling, floor to ceiling windows, huge bathroom with walk-in open shower, surround sound stereo/CD/DVD. Bed and linens were comfortable. Downsides: our room was lousy for... more

I have stayed at many hotels in New Orleans, and this is the worst hotel experience I have suffered there in the post-Katrina age. To give the pluses, the room itself was incredible and the staff, although somewhat limited, was fairly friendly. Unfortunately, the charm ends there. The website gives the impression that it is connected to the Ihotel, but... more

I was a bit suspicious to not see any recent reviews or or press clipings regarding this exiting property in New Orleans, so I decided to give them a call before booking a reservation. Hotel is up and running, but still isn't 100% following the dreadful events of 2005. Front desk personel couldn't give specifics over the phone in regards... more

We were there pre-Katrina. Every hotel we stay in ever again will be judged against Loft 523. Rooms were amazing- what we would want our dream house to be. May not be your cup of tea if you don't appreciate minmalism or needs lots of "stuff" surrounding you. The bathroom was ridiculously HUGE and spa-like. Super clean. Not much of... more

The first room we were assigned was on the 2nd floor right above the pump room. It's hard to believe a boutique hotel like this wouldn't spend more on soundprove. I stayed there in July but in August, one of the emplyee manually keyed in my credit card number. The credit card company reported this as a fraud. I would... more

We just got back from Loft 523. We stayed there for Part Duex of our honeymoon. Both my husband and I really enjoyed our stay at this boutique hotel (only 18 rooms). Here are the Pros and then the very few Cons: Pros: The front desk people are all very accomodating and nice. We love the fact that this was... more

Loft 523 is a truly unique and well appointed hotel just a few minutes walk to the French Quarter. It is more New York minimal chic than New Orleans charm, but it turned out ot be a nice respite away from the rowdiness of Bourbon Street. Upon our early arrival we were greeted by a very friendly front desk clerk... more

I give Loft 523 four stars only because the rooms are undeniably cool. The high, high ceilings and spaciousness of the rooms make up for a lot if you are a self-reliant sort of traveler. The king-sized bed was extremely comfortable, with a great chenille blanket on top for extra warmth. I have not slept so well in a while.... more

We stayed at Loft 523 February 25-27 2005. Like others have mentioned it can be noisy particularly if you stay in one of the front rooms. Our room faced the street and the noise was quite incredible. We did not experience the bar noise although we were out later than the bar was opened. On the subject of the bar... more