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The Drifter Motel and Swim Club

An inside look at a 1950s motel turned modern-day oasis in New Orleans

By Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin

November 10, 2017

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The exterior of the Drifter Motel and Swim Club in New Orleans.

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The exterior of the Drifter Motel and Swim Club.

Photo: NICOLE FRANZEN

The lush courtyard.

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The lush courtyard.

Photo: NICOLE FRANZEN

The Drifter pool.

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The Drifter pool.

Photo: NICOLE FRANZEN

The lobby bar.

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The lobby bar.

Photo: NICOLE FRANZEN

The lobby reception area.

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The lobby reception area.

Photo: NICOLE FRANZEN

A Quad Queen guest room.

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A Quad Queen guest room.

Photo: NICOLE FRANZEN

A Single King guest room. Read more about the Drifter Motel and Swim Club.

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A Single King guest room.

Read more about the Drifter Motel and Swim Club.

Photo: NICOLE FRANZEN

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