cpristash Posted July 11, 2005 #1 Share Posted July 11, 2005 I am thinking about booking this hotel...could someone please give me some input as the website does not give pictures/info regarding distance to port/restaurants et.al. thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCTHING Posted July 12, 2005 #2 Share Posted July 12, 2005 I remember the Hilton is closest to the Pier and Convention Center. If the Marriot is right on Canal Street--it's about 3 blocks from Convention Center and another long city block to the Pier. (May walk through the Shopping Area near the Pier.) Just to be safe--double check with MapQuest--in case of my mistake regarding the Marriot that you mentioned. If you have lots of luggage--cab ride is still very cheap! Canal Street is across from French Quartes. Have Fun! Andy C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpristash Posted July 12, 2005 Author #3 Share Posted July 12, 2005 three people/three bags! w/wheels! Can we walk it? thanks! cpristash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinmama0 Posted July 12, 2005 #4 Share Posted July 12, 2005 this is a new hotel that just opened this week, I think July 11 so yesterday? That may explain why the info on the website is not up to speed. It is closer than the Hilton. The only other Hotel hotel closest to the pier is Hampton Inn Convention Center, Hilton Garden Inn on S. Peters. The convenience of the Hilton is the indoor walkway that goes thru the riverwalk shopping ctr. But you still have to schlep your bags thru the mall. I would just take the quick and cheap taxi ride in this heat if you are cruising anytime soon because it is HOT and HUMID here in the Big Easy and won't be letting up anytime soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bequia Posted July 13, 2005 #5 Share Posted July 13, 2005 The Marriott on Canal is a great property. Its under 5 minutes to the port. Take a cab to the port for a few bucks. Money well spent. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpristash Posted July 15, 2005 Author #6 Share Posted July 15, 2005 thanks for all your help! I lostthe great price at the Mariott and ended up (for now) with the Sleep Inn on O'Keefe...any input would be appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpristash Posted July 16, 2005 Author #7 Share Posted July 16, 2005 Yikes...possible change again....how about the Ramada downtown? Any help? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinmama0 Posted July 16, 2005 #8 Share Posted July 16, 2005 Try the Hampton Inn on Convention Ctr. Blvd or Hilton Garden Inn Conv. Ctr. if you are looking for a great rate call the new Marriott on Conv. Ctr Blvd. directly and try to make a reservation. They just opened and you should be able to bet something. Also try the Renaissance Arts. Sleep Inn and Ramada are not in best location although for one night would be ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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