InterContinental New Orleans, an IHG Hotel
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Character and identity
A 510-room property on St. Charles Avenue, two blocks from the French Quarter and within easy reach of the Arts District, set on the historic site of the former St. Charles Theater. The Mardi Gras parade route runs right past the door, and the hotel leans into that civic role: Pete's Pub serves carnival-themed plates, while an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and a mix of casual and fine dining round out the amenities. Rooms run generously sized, with coffee makers, pillow menus, and an option to upgrade to balconies overlooking the neighbourhood or interior courtyard.
Who's it for
Best for:
Travellers who want a large, full-service base for exploring central New Orleans without staying inside the Quarter itself. It suits couples and groups in town for Mardi Gras (the parade route is at the doorstep), Arts District visitors, and anyone who values a proper pool, a balcony room, and reliable big-hotel infrastructure over boutique intimacy.
Should look elsewhere:
Guests after a small, design-led property or a historic Creole townhouse experience will find this too corporate and too large. If you want to step straight onto Bourbon or Royal Street, the two-block walk and the scale of a 510-room hotel may feel like a remove.
Bottom line
The pitch here is location and capacity: a sizeable, contemporary hotel positioned exactly on the Mardi Gras route and minutes from both the Quarter and the Arts District. Book it for parade season or a group trip where space and a pool matter, and pay up for a premium balcony room if you want the street-level spectacle from your own perch.
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