Royal St Charles HotelvsHilton New Orleans Riverside
Both hotels are rated highly by experts. On balance, Hilton New Orleans Riverside scores significantly better than Royal St Charles Hotel. Hilton New Orleans Riverside scores 82 with approval from 9 reviewers such as Oyster, Star Service and Gayot.
Royal St Charles Hotel
135 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $101/night
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
- Business Center
DK Eyewitness
"The slick exterior and boutique label make this hotel sound a little more exciting than it really is."
Star Service
"This 10-story boutique-hotel offers a fair price for decent no-frills accommodations in a prime location, on the St. Charles Avenue Streetcar Line one block south of Canal Street." Full review
Gayot
"Renovated in a style that is both bold and whimsical, this boutique property is just steps from the French Quarter and delights at every turn."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 143-room Royal St. Charles is a colorful mid-range hotel in the Central Business District, near the French Quarter." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Comfortable beds, but be wary of pricey valet parking."
Jetsetter
"Business-friendly NOLA stay just a block from the French Quarter, with a buzzy lobby café and an upbeat spirit." 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."