Hotel Le MaraisvsHilton New Orleans Riverside
Both hotels are praised by writers. Overall, Hilton New Orleans Riverside ranks slightly higher than Hotel Le Marais. Hilton New Orleans Riverside scores 82 with positive reviews from 9 publications like Frommer's, Star Service and Oyster.
Hotel Le Marais
717 Conti Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
Fodor's
"One of the most modern hotels in the French Quarter, Le Marais has trendy furnishings and a lobby that combines urban chic with an artsy New Orleans vibe." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Hotel Le Marais is a mid-range boutique located in the heart of the French Quarter." Full review
Star Service
"In a prime central location...this is one of the best modern boutique-hotels in the French Quarter, a smaller, subtler, more service-oriented translation of International House." Full review
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Entry-level Deluxe rooms often stare out at walls and should be avoided.
Gayot
"Visitors who were dissatisfied with the old Marie Antoinetteâs frumpy appearance will be thrilled with the Hotel Le Marais --- the property was renamed after the famous Parisian neighborhood."
Jetsetter
"This chic French Quarter boutique sleep is less than a block from your Bourbon Street bender." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Unimpressive, out-of-date, and near the noisy hustle of Bourbon."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Bucking the traditional aesthetic in this historic neighbourhood is a brave move, but one that pays off for this contemporary property." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"one of those rare boutique hotels that manages to at once evoke the charming, old-world essence of the Big Easy...all the while reminding guests that it's set firmly in the modern age." Full review
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
2 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70140
From $92/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This is a good choice for conventioneers and families... but not terrific for those with mobility issues, given the sheer size of the place." Full review
Fodor's
"The superb river views are hard to beat at this sprawling multilevel Hilton complex sitting right on the Mississippi." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Hilton has the kind of charm that warms a suburban conservative's soul." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Hilton New Orleans Riverside bills itself as a conference center for business travelers, but it feels more like a resort." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This modern waterside behemoth is perfect for families and convention attendees." Full review
i
Don’t miss taking advantage of the incredibly informative concierge desk.
Star Service
"This remains the largest hotel in Louisiana, yet despite its size, it offers a better range of services than many of the other large commercial hotels here—as it should. " Full review
Gayot
"Space and location are this Hilton's greatest assets. In addition to housing shops, the hotel offers a special entrance from the lobby to the Riverwalk shopping mall."
Zagat
4.0
"Right "on the mighty Mississippi", this "well-located" Downtown denizen is "walking distance of everything" (plus the streetcar is "right outside") and boasts "spacious", "nicely furnished" digs."
Not For Tourists
"Hot tub. Roof. Alias John Smith et al. Room 523."