The Ritz-Carlton, New OrleansvsHilton New Orleans / St. Charles Avenue
Both properties are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hilton New Orleans/St. Charles Avenue. The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans scores 86 with accolades from 16 reviews such as goop, DK Eyewitness and Concierge.
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans Show All Reviews
921 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
From $212/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Located in a Canal Street landmark—the venerable Maison Blanche department store—the Ritz brings its chain-wide style of formal luxury to the outer edge of the French Quarter."
Fodor's
"One of the city's most iconic hotels, the Ritz-Carlton sits regally on Canal Street, occupying what was once the Maison Blanche department store." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel actually comprises three hotels in one place (Iberville Suites and Maison Orleans are the other two)."
Star Service
"This sparkling gem offers an enviable location, award-winning restaurants, posh accommodations, a pampering spa, and even some regional flavor often missing in this chain." Full review
Gayot
"This historic hotel occupies two venerable buildings, the former department stores of Maison Blanche and S. H. Kress."
BlackBook
"The rooms are what you'd expect from a Ritz-Carlton, but the most fun is wandering the sumptuous, cream-colored lobby level looking for celebs, if that's your bag."
Oyster
Luxury
"Geared toward luxury travelers, the hotel maintains the regal atmosphere for which the Ritz-Carlton brand is known." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Think ornate furnishings, sumptuous linens, and a $3.5 million art collection." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Treat yourself to the spa."
Travel + Leisure
"Expectedly so, the Ritz makes the list of the best luxury hotels in New Orleans." Full review
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After dinner on the town make sure to come back for the great jazz performance by local legend Jeremy Davenport.
Hilton New Orleans / St. Charles Avenue
333 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130
From $105/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Rooms have some pizazz in the form of wild prints and designs, plus black marble vanities in the spacious bathrooms (tubs are small, though), newish bedding, and Lavazza coffee." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue makes the Big Easy's signature sights and sounds easily accessible." Full review
Star Service
"This property is on the streetcar line and Mardi Gras Parade Route, across from the InterContinental and three blocks from the French Quarter." Full review
Gayot
"The 250 guest rooms are nicely furnished in a traditional style and include 25 dignitary suites and a five-bedroom Grand Suite."
Zagat
4.2
"You're "off the party circuit" but it's still "easy to hit the sights" from this "finely appointed" chain outpost housed in a refurbished 1920s high-rise."
Oyster
Upscale
"Has a historic, yet trendy, atmosphere and is located within walking distance of many famed New Orleans attractions." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The modern Central Business District surrounds this otherwise historic property." Full review