Location
Located in the fashionable arts and warehouse district, this city hotel is just steps away from the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The French Quarter and famous Bourbon Street are just a stroll from this hotel, as are the Riverwalk Marketplace shopping centre, Harrah's Casino and the Louisiana Children's Museum. There are numerous restaurants and shops, as well as links to the public transport network in the immediate vicinity. The No Union Passenger train station is a 6-minute walk from the hotel, and Wolddenberg Park is 4 minutes on foot. Other nearby places of interest include the D-Day Museum (5 minutes’ walk), Aquarium of the Americas (3 minutes) and Audubon Zoo (6.5 km away). Baton Rouge is around an hour and a half’s drive from the hotel.
Facilities
Guests have a choice of 346 suites, 269 single rooms and 101 double rooms located in a 16-storey main building and a 10-storey auxiliary building. At this property, which includes a lift and a 24-hour reception desk in the lobby, a check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Services and facilities include a safe, a newspaper stand, 4 conference rooms and a business centre. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. A number of shops, including a supermarket, are great for shopping or just browsing. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park for a fee.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Some rooms have a balcony, which gives guests additional space for rest and relaxation. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Guests may securely store their valuables in a safe. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. In addition, there is also a washing machine and an ironing set. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Bathrooms include a hairdryer and are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 364 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. Sun loungers and parasols are also available to guests. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym and a spa.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A delicious breakfast is an excellent reason to rise and shine. At lunch and dinner, guests can order dishes à la carte or choose a set menu.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.