Experience the Iconic Dew Drop Inn hotel
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The Dew Drop Inn
History, Remastered
Once known as “the South's swankiest spot”, the Dew Drop Inn is a legendary New Orleans landmark and one of the most culturally significant music venues in the United States. Host to iconic Black musicians of the 50’s and 60’s like Ray Charles, Little Richard, Irma Thomas, and Fats Domino, the venue served as an incubator for the birth of a new sound, Rock ‘n Roll.
But the Dew Drop Inn was more than just a music venue. It was a place where artists played, lived, and recorded, operating as a hotel, a restaurant, nightclub, and a barbershop as well. The diverse business was a testament to the enterprising spirit of Black entrepreneurs amid Jim Crow segregation and was featured in the “Negro Motorist Green Book”, which listed safe ports of call for Black travelers.
Today, the Dew Drop Inn is manifesting an exciting revival, reimagined as a destination that blends a historic music venue, a stylish hotel, and a vibrant pool club, inviting visitors to experience the magic that happens when the past and the present harmonize.
“We enjoyed a getaway at the inn. We were greeted by smiling and helpful faces. We stayed in the Huey “Piano Man” Smith room. It was a perfect size for us. The room was very tidy. We loved the decor, the history and the museum next door. The front desk attendant also took us on a fabulous tour of the hotel. And the unexpected surprise was free entry to the connected lounge to enjoy the brass band concert. Be prepared to hear the love music in your room if there is an event occurring during your stay. We didn’t mind it all and felt it was in keeping with its original intent. We plan to return. We even purchased a t shirt to commemorate our stay!”
“The Dew Drop Inn hotel has been restored to perfection. The decor is modern , with nostalgic touches like the rotary phone and record player. The hotel honors the founders of New Orleans music, and each room shares pictures and history. It’s like a museum and hotel all in one.”
“My entire experience while visiting The Dew Drop Inn was amazing. The restoration of this iconic New Orleans venue and hotel was done to an incredible level of historic detail and is immaculate. Walking through each area feels like entering a time portal and being allowed to revisit such an amazing music and cultural history. And the beautiful swimming pool area is a wonderful modern touch. It is truly memorable and I look very forward to future visits.”