Hotel Villa ConventovsHilton New Orleans Riverside
Both Hotel Villa Convento and Hilton New Orleans Riverside are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hilton New Orleans Riverside scores slightly better than Hotel Villa Convento. Hilton New Orleans Riverside ranks #21 in New Orleans with endorsements from 8 sources like oyster.com, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Villa Convento
616 Ursulines Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
From $79/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Fodor's
"This intimate, family-run villa exudes history and local flavor." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This is a family-owned inn of the old school: modest in amenities but rich in service and ambience."
Gayot
"This family-owned guesthouse is the sort of cozy, unpretentious place that is becoming a rarity in the French Quarter."
Oyster
Budget
"The historic Hotel Villa Convento is a budget, family-run guesthouse conveniently located... this quirky property is charming and full of character." Full review
Frommer's
"It’s not luxurious...the family-owned Creole townhouse boasts balconies with views, guesthouse warmth, and captivating history—all of which infuse it with a slightly sexy vibe." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Classic New Orleans in every sense, the Villa Convento occupies an 1833 town house in the residential part of the Lower Quarter." 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
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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."