Caesars New OrleansvsNew Orleans Marriott
Both Harrah's New Orleans and New Orleans Marriott are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Harrah's New Orleans scores slightly higher than New Orleans Marriott. Harrah's New Orleans comes in at 82 with recommendations from 8 reviews like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Frommer's.
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
New Orleans Marriott Fodor's Star Service Zagat
Oyster Gayot Fodor's
555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "This centrally located skyscraper Marriott boasts fabulous views of the Quarter, the CBD, and the river." Full review
Star Service "For those who revel in the anonymity of a large corporate beehive, this place buzzes with efficiency." Full review
Zagat3.8
"Stay in the "middle of the action" at this "elegant" French Quarter high-rise with "pleasant" (if a "tad small") digs, featuring "soft" bedding plus city or river views in some."
OysterMid-Range
"This mid-range hotel in downtown New Orleans houses many conferences thanks to its generously-sized meeting spaces, plentiful accommodations, and convenient French Quarter location." Full review
Gayot "This hotel is mere steps from the French Quarter's restaurants, nightspots and historical attractions, as well as the Mississippi Riverfront with an aquarium, casino and shopping mall."
Fodor's "This centrally located 41-story skyscraper boasts fabulous views of the Quarter, downtown, and the Mississippi River. It's an easy walk from the Shops at Canal Place mall, the Riverwalk..." Full review
