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New Orleans Map: Hotel InterContinentalHotel InterContinental Frommer's Highly Recommended

Address 444 St. Charles Ave
Location Central Business District
Phone 800/327-0200, 504/525-5566
Fax 504/585-4350
Web site www.new-orleans.intercontinental.com
Room Information 479 units
Prices $200-$429 double; $500-$2,500 suite
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, Wi-Fi ($11/day), dataport, minibar, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron, robes, safe
Parking Valet parking $29

Frommer's Review

The red-granite Hotel InterContinental rises from the heart of the Central Business District within walking distance of the French Quarter and the Mississippi River attractions. It's a favorite of groups (including rock groups; the Rolling Stones have stayed here) and conventions. It's an old-fashioned -- or what passes for that in this brave new Ian Schrager-ized world -- business hotel, clearly targeting a certain kind of traveler who isn't impressed by the hip minimalists springing up everywhere. This is not a bad thing, per se, but as long as the prices remain in the $200 plus range, you'll find better ways to spend your accommodations budget (though good online deals can be had). Still, there is no better place to camp out for Mardi Gras, particularly since the Rex parade stops right in front and the front desk is one of the speediest in town. Rooms are done in dark wood furniture (mattresses are nothing special) with similarly woodsy strong golds and reds; bathrooms can be small but dignified. It's the sort of room for which the adjective "handsome" was coined, which is very different from "pretty" or "charming." Call it masculine in a slightly frilly way. All the rooms are decently sized, but the doubles (especially corner doubles) are somewhat larger, and "deluxe kings" are larger still, with patio balconies (overlooking office buildings, alas). Some rooms have balconies that overlook the courtyard, although said courtyard is modern and industrial in appearance.

Facilities:
Restaurant; Pete's Pub serving lunch daily; coffee and sandwich bar; bar; outdoor rooftop pool; health club; concierge; business center; gift shop; room service; laundry/dry-cleaning service, Wi-Fi (free) in lobby

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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