The Windsor CourtvsThe Lafayette by LuxUrban
Both hotels are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Windsor Court Hotel ranks significantly higher than The Lafayette Hotel. Windsor Court Hotel is ranked #1 in New Orleans with endorsements from 19 publications including Travel + Leisure, Forbes Travel Guide and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Windsor Court Show All Reviews
300 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $250/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"There's a reason this remains the center of high New Orleans society, from traditional afternoon tea to fancy dinners before or after some significant society function." Full review
Concierge
"The much-lauded 324-room Windsor Court Hotel epitomizes New Orleans luxury while playing freely with disparate aesthetics."
Jetsetter
"Traditional Southern stay in the heart of New Orleans with a rooftop pool and top-notch French restaurant." Full review
Fodor's
"A classic luxury hotel with plush carpeting, marble vanities, and mirrored dressing areas set in spacious guest rooms." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Celebrities, royals, and discerning travelers choose the Windsor Court for its classic style, attentive staff, and big rooms." Full review
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Celebrities, royals, and discerning travelers choose the Windsor Court for its classic style, attentive staff, and big rooms.
DK Eyewitness
"Everything English is worshipped here. The hotel even does an authentic afternoon tea service."
Travel + Leisure
"From special occasions to Sunday brunch, The Grill Room at Windsor Court Hotel is an institution in the Big Easy fine-dining scene." Full review
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Gulf yellowfin tuna crudo with compressed pineapple makes for a light starter, while heartier appetites may choose a slow-cooked rack of Niman Ranch lamb.
Star Service
"Near the convention center and Riverwalk, next to the Doubletree and opposite Harrah's casino, this hotel is one of NOLA's grande dames, competing alongside the Ritz-Carlton." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Guest rooms and suites are outfitted with fine linens (note the custom toile depicting New Orleans landmarks), flat-screen TVs and elegant furnishings."
Gayot
"This highly acclaimed temple to understated elegance has been the favorite choice for discriminating travelers for two decades."
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