New Orleans attracts a wide variety of people. With the city's history in jazz and traditions of festivals, residents of states from around the country visit to enjoy New Orleans' unique and diverse atmosphere. For the vast array of visitors, New Orleans provides varying degrees of hotels with different options and services.
The Hilton New Orleans lies in the French Quarter. It was built in 1926 as the Masonic Temple, and provides a "premier hotel experience" due to a $11 million renovation, according to the Hilton website. The building on Charles Avenue's 12,000 square feet has an indoor swimming pool, two phones in each guest room, a Skyview Terrace, wireless Internet access, along with an on-site whirlpool. Visitors can stay in guest rooms, dignitary suites or the Grand Suite. Room prices range from $129 to $264 per night. The Hilton offers amenities for business, comfort, and fitness options. The Hilton New Orleans is also in close proximity to Interstate 10 and Canal Street.
Hilton New Orleans
333 St. Charles Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-524-8890
hilton.com
The Holiday Inn in the famous French Quarter offers guests an indoor swimming pool with the nice feature of a sundeck. No pets are allowed, but children eat for free. The hotel is a block away from Bourbon Street, so it is a close walk for those in town for Mardi Gras and want to be near a lot of action. The Jazz and Heritage Festival is also nearby. The dining establishment Checkered Parrot boasts "renowned chicken wings, quesadillas and nachos." Guests can choose between standard rooms, King Executive rooms or Courtyard rooms. As of September 2010, prices range from $126.95 to $144.95 per night. Those staying at the Holiday Inn enjoy close proximity to New Orleans Paddleboats, as well.
Holiday Inn New Orleans
124 Royal St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-529-7211
hifrenchquarterhotel.com
Maison Dupuy's first-class lodging offers a heated swimming pool as well as jacuzzi hot tub in its tropical courtyard. Maison Dupuy is in the French Quarter, and claims it "may typify French Quarter eclectic grandeur." The building's historical significance is that it housed the nation's first cotton press and later served as various sheet metal companies. Rooms range from King Standard to the VIP, and a standalone house called the Carriage House. Prices range from $179 to $549. The menu at Le Meritage changes seasonally at the chef's discretion. Maison Dupuy is also a close drive from Interstate 10 and the Louisiana Superdome, and is within walking distance of Louis Armstrong Park.
Maison Dupuy Hotel
1001 Rue Toulouse
New Orleans, LA 70112
504-586-8000
maisondupuy.com
