5 Star Hotels in New Orleans, LA

5 Star Hotels in New Orleans, LA
New Orleans is a powerhouse when it comes to five-star hotels. But the city is much more than just heavily seasoned food, rich tradition, culture, and non-stop partying. It is a great mecca for biking and outdoor recreation. The New Orleans French Quarter and Riverwalk are great for outdoor adventure, fun and recreation for people of all ages. These 5 star hotels are right in the midst of the best recreational venues in downtown New Orleans.

The Westin New Orleans Canal Place

Located at the end of Canal Street, right across from Harrah's Casino, this hotel is in the middle of it all. Whether you want to enjoy a wild night in the French Quarter, shop casually, see a movie or spend a luxurious night on the town at the casino, you can do it all, within less than a mile to travel. The Westin Canal Place is built on the top of the One Canal Place Shopping Center, so you're literally sleeping right above some of New Orleans' best, designer stores like Saks Fifth Avenue and Kenneth Cole.

The Westin New Orleans Canal Place
100 Rue Iberville
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
(504) 566-7006
starwoodhotels.com/westin

W New Orleans - French Quarter

The W Hotel in the New Orleans French Quarter, is one of the newest hotel facilities to open in the city. Located in the heart of the New Orleans French Quarter, the hotel puts you right in the middle of the city's signature restaurants, souvenir shops, and entertainment venues. By staying at the W New Orleans - French Quarter you're within a mile radius of many of the city's most historic amenities and landmarks. Therefore, the hotel's cleanliness is impeccable. Everything from the interior design to bed linens are nearly brand new. The W Hotel has some of the most up-to-date technologically friendly rooms, with beautiful flat-screens and Mac computers in some of its suites. The hotel's room interior is also quite immaculate. With track-lighting, marble bathroom counters and Starwood's signature Heavenly Bed, you'll feel like you're in a world all of your own.

W New Orleans - French Quarter
316 Chartres St.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
(504) 581-1200
starwoodhotels.com/whotels

Royal Sonesta, New Orleans

The Royal Sonesta is already one of the most historic hotels in the New Orleans French Quarter, but its Bourbon Street location and elegance only kick it up a notch. The hotel has a marble foyer, eye catching lobby and spacious rooms. You can also enjoy the view of Bourbon Street from the comfort of your room's balcony. The Royal Sonesta ensures that you are right in the middle of all of the action so you do not miss a beat. You'll definitely get the most out of the five-star cost of this hotel.

Royal Sonesta, New Orleans
300 Bourbon St.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
(504) 586-0300
sonesta.com/RoyalNewOrleans

Article Written By Meaghan Ellis

Meaghan Ellis has been writing short stories, newspaper articles, Web content and product research reports for over 12 years. While double majoring in business management and marketing at Southern University, she runs a home-based graphic design and Web content business.

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