Hilton New Orleans RiversidevsHyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans
Both Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans and Hilton New Orleans Riverside are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Hilton New Orleans Riverside is the choice of most writers compared to Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans. Hilton New Orleans Riverside scores 82 with accolades from 9 sources including Oyster, Gayot and Frommer's.
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."
Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans
800 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
From $118/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"High ceilings and a fairly spacious layout... make this a potentially well-priced (if slightly generic) choice, already popular among business groups for its meeting rooms and location." Full review
i
Many rooms feature balconies overlooking Bourbon or Dauphine street, which you might want to avoid if you're a light sleeper -- or request if you hanker after the party action.
Fodor's
"One of the French Quarter's newest luxury hotels, this property has airy public spaces, landscaped courtyards, and an attractive pool area." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This 254-room upscale property located adjacent to Bourbon Street seamlessly blends the historic and contemporary." Full review
Gayot
"Peaceful lodgings near the city's biggest party."
Star Service
"Its smaller size and less commercial feel appeal to visitors who are abandoning the big glitzy chains in search of a commercial property with some regional flair." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This downtown property aims to be all things to all people, and for a corporate chain, comes impressively close thanks to its plum location replete with attractive amenities." Full review