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The Whitney HotelvsOmni Royal Orleans

Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Omni Royal Orleans scores significantly higher than The Whitney Hotel. Omni Royal Orleans scores 86 with praise from 11 sources like Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.

The Whitney Hotel
8/10
610 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $129/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness Center
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Overall, the Whitney has more character than your average upscale chain, so it ultimately gets a positive vote. And if you are a preservationist, you will probably like it a lot." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"This perfectly adequate mid-range hotel in the Central Business District, a block from the Charles streetcar line, has more history and character than your typical chain." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This boutique hotel occupies an elaborate Beaux-Arts building that housed a branch of the Whitney National Bank for decades."
Star Service Star Service
"At any rate, this is a fun and unpretentious hotel with an engaging historic character and reasonable rates outside of the Mardi Gras calendar." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Renovated and expanded, the stylish Whitney is a great choice if you're looking to stay away from the Bourbon Street bustle." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"This century-old building is a former bank, and many of the original fittings have been retained, giving it an evocative, almost cinematic atmosphere." Full review
Omni Royal Orleans
8/10
621 St. Louis Street, New Orleans, LA 70140
From $108/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Despite being part of a chain, this is an elegant hotel that doesn't feel sterile and generic... Service is swift and conscientious, amenities are ample." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of the more elegant options on Bourbon Street, this large white-marble property is a replica of the grand 1800s St. Louis Hotel, with columns, gilt mirrors, and magnificent chandeliers." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"One of the largest hotels in the French Quarter, the Omni Royal is known for its attentive service."
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Ask for a “get fit” guest room and get your own treadmill and supply of healthy snacks.
Gayot Gayot
"A white stucco exterior and lacy iron balconies give the building the image of age, as do the chandeliers, gilt mirrors and tons of marble."
Zagat Zagat
4.0
"A "fantastic" French Quarter location "in the heart of it all" and an "excellent" staff with "exceptional knowledge of the city" make for a "lovely, lovely" stay at this "beautiful" belle."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A swimming pool, and lots of different room configurations for families; on arrival, all kids get special backpacks filled with activity books and crayons." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Go to the pool. Even if you don't have a room."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A succession of hotels have stood on this elegant block in the Upper French Quarter over the years, the current incarnation a worthy successor to those from the glory days of the mid-19th century." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"In an area thick with art galleries and antiques shops, this hotel offers an excellent commercial location in the heart of the French Quarter, even if its guest rooms are on the small side." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Luxury accommodations meet ideal location in the Omni Royal Orleans." Full review
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