Fodor's Expert Review Loft 523

523 Gravier St., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70130, USA

A good option for chic, loft-style digs, it is so subtle from the outside that you may have trouble finding it among the surrounding buildings. Once inside, the atmosphere is sleek and seductive—Frank Lloyd Wright mixed with SoHo loft. Frette linens, Fortuny lamps, DVD surround-sound systems, and cavernous limestone bathrooms with Aveda amenities and stone vanity tables make this an adult playground. A personal assistant is assigned to you at check-in for your entire stay.

PROS

  • sleek, hip setting
  • inviting lounge
  • top-shelf amenities

CONS

  • some guests may be put off by the trendiness of it all
  • the bar is only open Thursday through Saturday
  • gets loud with late-night revelers

QUICK FACTS

Hotel
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 504-200–6523

HOTEL DETAILS

18 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals, Credit cards accepted