Caesars New OrleansvsHotel Villa Convento
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, Harrah's New Orleans scores significantly higher than Hotel Villa Convento. Harrah's New Orleans has a TripExpert Score of 81 with endorsements from 7 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Not For Tourists.
Caesars New Orleans
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Star Service
Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Not For Tourists
Gayot Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report
228 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $128/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "The rooms are sharp, if a touch generic, though photos by local artist Richard Sexton and splashes of Mardi Gras purple and gold help." Full review
Fodor's "If you're in town to play at the casino or attend a convention, then this is the ideal location." Full review
Lonely Planet "Twenty-six floors, 450 rooms, an 115,000-sq-ft casino, six restaurants, four blocks of retail space: some guests hardly even leave the property." Full review
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It’s worth joining the Harrah’s free loyalty program; even if you only gamble a little, you may get a suite upgrade.
Star Service "Harrah's opened this hotel one short year after Hurricane Katrina, in a 26-story tower across from the casino, and it is now the most popular outposts for gamblers in the Big Easy." Full review
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) Those who do choose to slow down generally opt for the pedestrian area on closed-off Fulton Street that runs between the hotel and the casino.
Zagat4.2
""Playtime was never this much fun" announce admirers of this "vibrant" Downtown spot "nearby Bourbon Street, but not around the corner", where the "lovely" rooms impress."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"The stand-alone Harrah’s New Orleans has a prime location next to the bars and restaurants lining Fulton Street mall and just blocks from the French Quarter." Full review
Not For Tourists "A casino hotel aside New Orleans' most Disney-esque street."
Gayot "Whether you're a high roller or just want to feel like one, this 26-story luxury property next to (but not in the middle of) Harrah's casino delivers the goods."
Fodor's "This spot is all about location, location, location—directly across the street from Caesars New Orleans Casino, near the convention center and riverfront attractions, close to the..." Full review
U.S. News & World Report49.0
"Situated steps from the banks of the Mississippi River, near many of the top attractions in New Orleans, this hotel is located in a great spot for travelers in town for business or..." Full review
Hotel Villa Convento Fodor's
DK Eyewitness Gayot
Oyster Frommer's Lonely Planet Fodor's
Time Out
616 Ursulines Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
From $79/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Fodor's "This intimate, family-run villa exudes history and local flavor." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is a family-owned inn of the old school: modest in amenities but rich in service and ambience."
Gayot "This family-owned guesthouse is the sort of cozy, unpretentious place that is becoming a rarity in the French Quarter."
OysterBudget
"The historic Hotel Villa Convento is a budget, family-run guesthouse conveniently located... this quirky property is charming and full of character." Full review
Frommer's "It’s not luxurious...the family-owned Creole townhouse boasts balconies with views, guesthouse warmth, and captivating history—all of which infuse it with a slightly sexy vibe." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Classic New Orleans in every sense, the Villa Convento occupies an 1833 town house in the residential part of the Lower Quarter." Full review
Fodor's "This intimate, four-story 1833 Creole town house is located on a quiet street close to the Old Ursuline Convent, yet just blocks from the Quarter's tourist attractions, shopping, and..." Full review
Time Out "Built in 1833, local folklore tells this might be the house in New Orleans that they called “The Rising Sun,” and that the ghost of the house’s former Madame still haunts the place. This..." Full review
