How to get to Virgin Hotels New Orleans from MSY (and other arrival options)
The quickest way from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Virgin Hotels New Orleans (550 Baronne St) is a taxi or rideshare—tell the driver “550 Baronne Street” and you’ll be in the Warehouse District downtown in about 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. Cheaper options include the Airport Express bus or the JET Veterans E1 bus; there is no direct rail connection from MSY to downtown.
In this guide
- From MSY: taxi or rideshare (fastest, simplest)
- From MSY: airport bus options (cheaper public transit)
- Driving, rental cars, and hotel parking
- From Union Station / Amtrak and other downtown arrival points
- Getting around once you’re at Virgin Hotels New Orleans
- Accessibility and practical tips for arrival
From MSY: taxi or rideshare (fastest, simplest)
Taxis and rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) are the most direct ways to reach Virgin Hotels New Orleans from MSY. Drivers are familiar with the hotel—just give the address 550 Baronne St.
Travel time varies with traffic but typically runs about 20–30 minutes. There is no rail link from MSY to downtown, so a car-based option is the simplest door-to-door choice.
- Tell the driver: 550 Baronne Street, Warehouse District/Central Business District
- Expect typical journey time of roughly 20–30 minutes (varies by traffic)
- No rail link from MSY—use car, taxi, rideshare, or bus
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Taxi | Direct drop-off at hotel; drivers know downtown |
| Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | App-based pickup—direct to hotel |
From MSY: airport bus options (cheaper public transit)
The RTA Airport Express runs from MSY into downtown with a low fixed fare; it stops on Poydras Street in the downtown area. The JET Veterans E1 bus is another public option that connects MSY to downtown but takes longer.
These buses are budget-friendly but slower than a taxi or rideshare and may involve a short walk or a quick local ride to 550 Baronne St once you’re in downtown.
- RTA Airport Express: low fare, runs between MSY and downtown (Poydras St stop)
- JET Veterans E1: another bus route between MSY and downtown (longer travel time)
- No rail service from MSY—plan for bus or car transport
| Bus | Typical fare / travel note |
|---|---|
| RTA Airport Express | $1.25 fare listed by local transit sources; downtown stop on Poydras Street |
| JET Veterans E1 | Longer trip (about 50 minutes listed by sources); $2 fare on some listings |
Driving, rental cars, and hotel parking
If you arrive by rental car or private transfer, Virgin Hotels New Orleans has 24/7 covered valet parking available via the front driveway. The hotel’s published overnight valet rate is $55 per night plus tax; there is no free self-parking option listed.
Downtown traffic and one-way streets can affect driving times—use the hotel address (550 Baronne St) for GPS directions and plan extra time for events or rush hours.
- Valet parking: on-site, covered, 24/7 (rate listed as $55/night plus tax)
- No self-parking option shown in hotel materials
- Use 550 Baronne St in your GPS; allow extra time during city events
| Arrival by | Hotel parking details |
|---|---|
| Rental car/private transfer | On-site covered valet; $55/night plus tax (no self-parking) |
| Drop-off only | Front driveway for quick guest drop-off at the entrance |
From Union Station / Amtrak and other downtown arrival points
Union Passenger Terminal (the Amtrak/Union Station area) is an easy walk from the hotel—roughly a 9–10 minute walk according to local listings. The hotel sits in the Warehouse District, so many downtown rail or bus arrivals are within a short taxi or walking distance.
If you arrive at another downtown hotel or the Convention Center, a short taxi, streetcar, or walk will get you to 550 Baronne St; the St. Charles streetcar line runs steps from the hotel for local trips.
- Union Station: about a 9–10 minute walk to Virgin Hotels New Orleans
- St. Charles streetcar has stops close to the hotel for neighborhood travel
- From the Convention Center or nearby downtown sites a short taxi or walk is usually easiest
| Origin | Typical transfer |
|---|---|
| Union Station (Amtrak) | 9–10 minute walk or short taxi |
| Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | About 17-minute walk (or short taxi) per destination listings |
Getting around once you’re at Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Virgin Hotels New Orleans is centrally located in the Warehouse District, within walking distance of Lafayette Square, the National WWII Museum, Bourbon Street, and other downtown attractions. Walking is practical for many downtown destinations.
Local transit options include New Orleans’ streetcar lines that run from downtown into nearby neighborhoods. The hotel concierge and 24/7 front desk can help with taxi, rideshare, tour reservations, and local directions.
- Walk to Lafayette Square (~5 minutes), WWII Museum (~10 minutes), Bourbon Street (~10–15 minutes)
- St. Charles streetcar: steps from the hotel for trips uptown and to the Garden District
- Concierge and front desk are available 24/7 to help with local transport and tours
| Nearby spot | Approximate walk time from hotel (listed) |
|---|---|
| Lafayette Square | About 5 minutes |
| National WWII Museum | About 10 minutes |
| Bourbon Street / French Quarter | About 10–15 minutes |
Accessibility and practical tips for arrival
The hotel lists accessible features including a wheelchair-accessible path to elevators, a wheelchair-accessible registration desk, and a wheelchair-accessible rooftop pool. If you need additional accessibility assistance on arrival, contact the hotel in advance so the team can prepare.
Keep the hotel’s address and phone handy: Virgin Hotels New Orleans, 550 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70113. BookResorts agents are available 24/7 at +1 (888) 605-1350 if you need booking or arrival help.
- Hotel address: 550 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70113
- Hotel phone (BookResorts agents, 24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
- If you expect to arrive after midnight, contact the property in advance (check-in window runs 4:00 PM to midnight)
| Policy / facility | Note |
|---|---|
| Minimum check-in age | Primary guest must be at least 21 to check in |
| Pool access for non-guests | Public rooftop access begins in the afternoon and is restricted to 21+ |
| Valet parking | $55 per night plus tax (covered) |
