Hilton New Orleans RiversidevsHyatt Regency New Orleans
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hyatt Regency New Orleans ranks marginally higher than Hilton New Orleans Riverside. Hyatt Regency New Orleans comes in at 83 with positive reviews from 9 sources such as Concierge, Zagat and Fodor'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
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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."
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113
From $109/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"The hotel complex is both attached to and dominated by the nearby Louisiana Superdome, which fills one of the huge atrium windows and provides a self-contained world for event-minded guests."
Fodor's
"The most luxurious of the bigger accommodation options in the city, this 32-story business and convention hotel has a cavernous lobby and glass stairway." Full review
Star Service
"Leisure travelers may feel somewhat alienated by its size, but there is no denying the exceptional quality in both the common areas and accommodations." Full review
Gayot
"Following an extensive, post-Katrina renovation, this hotel greets guests with an airy, soaring atrium done in classy bronze and brown tones."
Zagat
4.2
"Fans insist you'll be "treated very well" by the "knowledgeable" staff, and with... a "relaxing" rooftop pool, staying here is "a pleasure."
Travel + Leisure
"If you want to treat your family to a swanky New Orleans experience, this elegant property, set right next to the Superdome, might be for you." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"With 1,193 rooms, this upscale high-rise hotel feels a bit like a city unto itself. The setting is great for business travelers." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The city’s biggest hotel with rooms, amenities and restaurants aplenty." Full review
Jetsetter
"Downtown NOLA megahotel with five restaurants, a cabana-lined rooftop pool and business traveler perks." Full review