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H46ADDRESS:
300 Gravier StreetCHECK IN:
4:00 PMCHECK OUT:
12:00 PMBy AMY TARA KOCH
Sometimes rowdy parades, random eruptions of jazz and traffic jams involving cross-dressing belles on the way to a Krewe ball are just what a family vacation calls for. It is this unapologetic sass, in fact, that makes children fall head over heels in love with New Orleans.
Once they see rainbow-colored houses and adults sporting what looks like Halloween apparel (even outside of Mardi Gras season) without anyone so much as offering a querulous double take, they understand that this is no slog-through-museums type of trip. In fact, no need to enter a museum at all.
Though the city has many outstanding institutions, the best interaction with Nola’s curious brew of culture happens right in the street. It’s promenading past the historic homes of the Garden District. Weaving through the career buskers in Jackson Square. Locating — and dancing to — a brass band performance on Frenchmen Street after dark. Each neighborhood has a flavor, and exploring the various pockets, gritty, glam and everything in between, is the main event.
New Orleans’s reputation as the ultimate American party town is part of its charm, even to families with young children. But not in a knock-back-shots-on-Bourbon-Street kind of way. It’s the mood. The quirky mash-up of cultures — French, Spanish, Caribbean and American South — lends an exuberance to the tourist experience. It’s also an excellent jumping-off point for teaching moments. While children are spellbound by beignets and bowling to live “swamp pop,” a Creole/Cajun/rockabilly musical genre unique to Louisiana, parents can stealthily work in discourse on colonialism and position “Nouvelle Orleans” as a microcosm of the melting pot called America.
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Of the hotel's 316 accommodations, 261 are suites. All are well appointed with either a private balcony or spacious bay window featuring panoramic views of the Mississippi River or city skyline. Each comes with a wet bar, mini-bar, Italian marble bath, robes and slippers. Rooms are decorated in a soft palate of colors with luxuriant linens and lush upholstered furniture and the suites feature a spacious living room separated from the bedroom by French doors. All accommodations are equipped with complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet access. As an added bonus, the hotel also features a Club Level on the highest floors which allows exclusive access to our Club Lounge offering a private Concierge and food and beverage offerings throughout the day.
These elegantly appointed suites have a comfortable sitting area separated from the bedroom by French Doors. Each has an opulent Italian marble bath and oversized dressing room as well as a balcony overlooking the city skyline or Mississippi River. At an average size of 600 square feet, this suite comes with a king sized bed, wet bar, mini bar, Keurig coffee machine, robes and slippers.
These spacious, 800 square feet suites welcome you home with their soft palette of colors and plush furnishings. Each feature a large living room area that is separated from the bedroom by French doors; large dressing and vanity area; work desk and chairs; wet bar; Keurig coffee machine; mini bar; iHome clock radio and docking station; robes and slippers. Each suite also features a grand bay window or balcony overlooking the city or Mississippi River. Full Suites can also be converted to a two-bedroom combination.
Complimentary Health Club Access
Concierge
Multilingual Staff
24-Hour Business Center
24-Hour Concierge
24-Hour Doctor Referral Service
24-Hour Front Desk
24-Hour Housekeeping
24-Hour Room Service
24-Hour Valet Parking
Administrative Services
ATM Services
Baby Cot and Folding Beds
Bell Staff
Complimentary High Speed Internet Access
Evening Turndown Service
Express Check-Out
Guest Relations Services
Limousine Service
Massage Service
Pet Policy
Shoe Shine Service
Twice-Daily Housekeeping
VIP Assistance
24-Hour Security
A/V Equipment
Catering
Clefs d’Or Concierge
Complimentary Incoming Faxes
Complimentary Wireless (WiFi) Internet
Doorman
Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services
Early Morning Coffee
Heated Pool
Afternoon Tea
Baby Cribs Available
Babysitting on Request
Baggage Storage Services
Banquet Services
Club Level
Complimentary Shoe Shine
Daily Newspaper
Escort to Room
iPod Docking Stations
Meeting Planning
PC Rental
Pool Service
Security
Shipping Services
Transportation Arrangement
Turndown Service
Valet Parking
VIP Manager
Wi-Fi
Nightly Entertainment
Room Service
Bilingual Staff
City Tours
Dedicated Guest Services Director
Doctor On Call
Entertainment
Facial Treatments
Front Desk
In-room Safe Deposit Box
International Newspapers and Magazines
Limo and Town Car Service Available
Live Performance
Loyalty Program
Packing and Unpacking Service Upon Request
Pet-Friendly
Self Service Business Center
Tours & Excursions
VIP Rooms & Services
Wake Up Service
Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremonies
Well-behaved Dogs Accepted
Wheelchair Accessible
Boutiques Nearby
Executive Lounge
Hairdryer
In-room minibar
Overnight Laundry Service
Catering Services
Executive / VIP Services
Guest Relation Manager
Guest Services Team
Housekeeping
In-room Massage
Laundry and Valet Service
Luggage Assistance
Luxury Experiences
Medical Service on Call
Online Newspaper Service
Pet Friendly
Safe-Deposit Boxes
Spa
Turndown Service on Request
Video Conferencing
Wake-Up Call
Business Center
Fitness Center
Meeting & Conference Facilities
Wedding Facilities
Located on the 23rd Floor of the hotel, La Chinoiserie is the ideal setting, with views of both the Mississippi River and donwtown New Orleans, for a wedding reception or rehearsal dinner.
Banquet Space
One of 10 beautifully decorated private events space throughout the hotel.
Golf Nearby
Non-Smoking Rooms and Suites
Private Dining Areas
Perfect location for an intimate business or family dinner, the private dining room can host up to 22 guests comfortably for a seated dinner or up to 40 for a reception.
Shopping
Steam Room
Tea Room
Wine Cellar
Afternoon Tea
Ballroom
Cardio Equipment
Massage Treatments
Music in the Evenings
Beauty Salon
Car and Bicycle Rental
Club / Executive Level
Gift Shop
Nail Salon
Poolside Services
Sauna
Spa Treatment In Room
Sun Deck
Tennis Nearby
Casino Nearby
Bar
Bar & Coffee Shop
Boardroom Meeting Space
Executive Lounge
Meeting Rooms
Private Art Collection
Restaurant
Rooftop Bar
Small Conference Facilities
Spa Treatments
Banquet Facilities
Complimentary Wireless Internet Access
Conference Room
Connecting Rooms
Event Space
Executive Club Lounge
Handicap-accessible Rooms & Facilities
Living Areas
Pet Friendly
Spa
Valet Parking
The reinvigorated Grill Room offers a contemporary take on Southern Cuisine with a New Orleans flair. It has long been recognized as one of the nation's outstanding dining rooms and consistently awarded with the AAA Four Diamond, Mobil Four Star rating, as well as Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence.
Reminiscent of a private English club, the Polo Club offers a convivial atmosphere that includes appealing dark woods, soft, intimate lighting, overstuffed chairs, sofas and decadent leather furnishings. Along with classic cocktails, a light fare menu is offered and live music is played nightly.
Over the years, traditional Afternoon Tea in the plush comfort of Le Salon has become a time-honored ritual for both locals and hotel guests alike. Choose from 26 loose leaf teas as delicate tea sandwiches and sweets are served and live classical music is played.
Featuring Illy Coffee, housemade pastries, salads, sandwiches, ice cream and more, Café Anglais is a one-stop shop for hotel guests and on-the-go locals.
New Orleans, LA (MSY) - 18 miles
New Orleans, LA [Lakefront Airport], USA - 10 miles