The Lafayette by LuxUrbanvsInternational House Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by experts. On balance, International House Hotel ranks significantly better than The Lafayette Hotel. International House Hotel comes in at #12 in New Orleans with accolades from 13 publications like Zagat, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.
The Lafayette by LuxUrban
600 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Business Center
Frommer's
"This is the place for those who want something more than a B&B but dislike the generic quality that comes with a chain or business-oriented hotel." Full review
Fodor's
"For those who prefer a quieter neighborhood, the elegance of St. Charles Avenue is laid out before you in this small, chic hotel—plus, you're right next to the streetcar line." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Right on the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line, the Lafayette recalls the elegant residential hotels of an earlier era with its classic decor, friendly staff, and handsome Beaux-Arts building."
Gayot
"This 1916 Beaux-Arts building sits at the edge of Lafayette Square just outside downtown New Orleans. It is a small, nearly hidden jewel on the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line."
Zagat
4.3
"Everything you need" is on hand at this "beautiful" boutique, a 1916 landmark, done up in French Regency style with marble floors, antiques and mahogany."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers come standard in all rooms. Upgraded rooms feature balconies, and suites add living areas, mini-fridges, and microwaves." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A sense of quaintness as you walk in that immediately contrasts with the modernity of the surrounding area. It's a classy option that’s still decidedly affordable." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Service is excellent and the hotel (unsurprisingly) has a loyal following." Full review
International House Hotel Show All Reviews
221 Camp Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $94/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The International House sets the local standard for modern hotels with its creative design and meticulous attention to detail, down to the smashing staff uniforms." Full review
Concierge
"Located in a Beaux Arts building two blocks from the French Quarter, the International House is a property that balances modernity with a sense of place."
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Ample windows give a wide-screen feel to the corner rooms, but ask for a higher-floor assignment to minimize morning street noise.
Fodor's
"One of the best values for a boutique experience in the city, this stylish and contemporary hotel pairs creature comforts with a prime location just two blocks from the French Quarter." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Lavish rooms in this boutique hotel offer an array of amenities." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Trendsetters and celebs stay at the International House Hotel for its quietly sexy vibe, attentive staff, and posh rooms designed by a top L.A. designer." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Staying here is an adventure – of the pleasant kind. Most months there’s an elaborate voodoo altar in the lobby."
Star Service
"In the Central Business District, this hotel is only two blocks from the French Quarter but its modish avant-garde design is miles away in style." Full review
Gayot
"It has all the modern luxuries, feels at one with its surroundings and injects an element of fun. The intriguing mix of minimalism and indulgence has set a local standard for contemporary design."
Zagat
4.2
""Incredibly modern" but still "romantic", this design-forward boutique nestled in a beaux arts building "just outside the French Quarter" woos with "stunning" decor."
Travel + Leisure
"Just three blocks from the French Quarter, the International House hotel has a white Beaux-Arts exterior dating from the early 1900’s." Full review