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WHERE TO STAY

New Orleans is a big convention city as well as a boutique options; or step back in time at one
popular tourist destination, and offers a varied of the several plantation inns. There are also
range of accommodation. From well-known several historic homes that have been conver-
chains such as the Hilton and Marriott, to the ted into charming B&Bs. Additionally, there are
swanky Ritz-Carlton, this city has it all. For a many lower budget hostels and guesthouses,
more personal touch, choose from the lovely which are perfect for those with simpler needs.

and guesthouses are scattered AAA, AARP, or senior citizen rates.
throughout the city, mostly Some chains offer discount rates,
Uptown, Mid-City, the lower so look at hotel or travel websites
French Quarter, and the for special deals. Package tours
Faubourg Marigny. may also offer savings from
hotel or B&B accommodations
to airport/hotel transportation.
How to Book Check online for specials.
If visiting the city during Mardi
Gras or the Jazz and Heritage
Festival, travelers will need to Bed and Breakfasts
book six months to a year in Guesthouses and boutique
advance. At other times, a few hotels are usually in renovated
months’ advance booking is historic homes, and B&Bs are
advisable. Reservations can be rooms in a private residence.
made over the phone or online All offer some meals, full
using a credit card. A deposit of breakfasts or just coffee and
Le Pavillon Hotel in the Business District one night is usually required, croissants, and often, after noon
(see p166) and there are specific cancellation tea or cocktails are provided. All
policies and fees that guests have a limited number of
Hotel Prices and Services
should clarify at the time of rooms, so advance reservations
New Orleans offers booking. If guests anticipate are necessary. Some budget-
accommodations to fit any arriving after 6pm, they should priced guesthouses and B&Bs
budget, from the least expensive ask for guaranteed late arrival. have shared bathrooms, and
hostel to the fabulous French Most hotels have toll-free facilities for disabled guests
Quarter hotels and guesthouses. reservation numbers, and can be limited. For bookings,
Prices vary according to the many take reservations by check Bed & Breakfast
location and the level of luxury; email. For reservations, check Reservation Service.
many boutique hotels are as New Orleans Convention
expensive as the splendid high and Visitors Bureau.
rises, and if the hotel or B&B is in Youth and Budget
Accommodations
the French Quarter, the price will
reflect this sought-after location. Special Rates New Orleans has a few hostels,
Prices can rise by more than When making reservations, it as well as some guesthouses
100 per cent during Mardi Gras, doesn’t hurt to ask for special with shared bathrooms that are
holidays and special events, and
usually require a minimum stay.
All hotel accommodations,
unless otherwise stated, include
air-conditioning, non-smoking
rooms, and full bathrooms.
In the off-season, such as
the summer, special rates and
packages offer great discounts.
Where to Look
Most hotels are located in the
French Quarter or in the Central
Business District, the latter being
within walking distance of both
the Quarter and the Convention
Center. Bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) Lobby of the Omni Royal Orleans hotel (see p166)

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