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The Whitney Hotel vs The Westin New Orleans

The Whitney Hotel and The Westin New Orleans Canal Place are both rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Westin New Orleans Canal Place ranks slightly better than The Whitney Hotel. The Westin New Orleans Canal Place ranks #18 in New Orleans with recommendations from 8 publications such as Zagat, Star Service and Lonely Planet.

The Whitney Hotel
The Whitney Hotel
8 / 10
610 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $129 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness Center
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Overall, the Whitney has more character than your average upscale chain, so it ultimately gets a positive vote. And if you are a preservationist, you will probably like it a lot." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"This perfectly adequate mid-range hotel in the Central Business District, a block from the Charles streetcar line, has more history and character than your typical chain." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This boutique hotel occupies an elaborate Beaux-Arts building that housed a branch of the Whitney National Bank for decades."
Star Service Star Service
"At any rate, this is a fun and unpretentious hotel with an engaging historic character and reasonable rates outside of the Mardi Gras calendar." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Renovated and expanded, the stylish Whitney is a great choice if you're looking to stay away from the Bourbon Street bustle." Full review
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The Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
8 / 10
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA 70130-1106
From $137 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"At the foot of Canal Street, the Westin is technically in the French Quarter -- but not quite of it." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The two great views possible at this large convention hotel are enviable: two-story arched lobby windows overlook the French Quarter and rooms tower over the great bend in the Mississippi River." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located above the Shops at Canal Place mall... the Westin Canal Place is ideal for visitors who appreciate a convenient location as well as excellent views." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This is a commercial grandee that offers top-notch service, well-rounded facilities and a great location for business and pleasure." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Shoppers can take an elevator to the adjoining upscale mall, filled with such high-end retailers as Saks Fifth Avenue, Gucci and Laura Ashley."
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