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Fodor's Expert Review Staybridge Suites New Orleans French Quarter/Downtown

Name: Staybridge Suites New Orleans French Quarter/Downtown
Address: 501 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70130, USA
Telephone: 504-571–1818;800-858–1319
Price range: $$

501 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, Louisiana 70130, USA See on Map

Cameron Todd

A conveniently located suite (studio to two-bedroom) hotel aimed to please extended-stay guests. Features include full kitchens in each room, on-site laundry, and beautiful views of the city.

YOU SHOULD KNOW The name of this hotel is somewhat misleading, as it's actually about a 15-minute walk to the French Quarter.

room

Decor here is pretty standard hotel room, but the rooms are spacious and a good value. The small but well-equipped kitchen (even a dishwasher!) makes your suite feel more like an apartment.

YOU SHOULD KNOW For extended stays, the hotel offers "light" housekeeping services, with a more extended room cleaning only once a week. You can request extra cleaning services if needed.

bathroom

Bathrooms have large, tiled bathtubs with shower heads.

lobby

The lobby is made up of many small seating areas with tables. There are a few televisions, and complimentary coffee and tea throughout the day.

Laundry machine use is complimentary for guests. Laundry supplies can be bought in the 24-hour convenience store just off of the lobby.

pool

The pool is long but narrow, in a bricked courtyard that also includes two outdoor grills (and tables and chairs) for guests' use.

gym

The gym room consists of a stationary bike, elliptical, treadmill, and one multi-purpose weight training machine.

dining

There is a complimentary breakfast buffet from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. on weekdays, and 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on weekends. Mondays through Wednesdays, the hotel offers a reception service of free dinner, wine, and beer.

drinking

There is beer for purchase in the 24-hour convenience store, and a weekday happy hour from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (Monday through Wednesday) with complimentary beer and wine.

LOCATION

Getting Around

The Canal Street streetcar is about a 5-minute walk from the hotel. It's easy to catch cabs around here, and about a 5-10 minute walk to the French Quarter and elsewhere in the CBD.

Restaurants

Besides cheese and wine to take home, local favorite St. James Cheese Company (2-minute walk) serves fresh salads, sandwiches, and gourmet cheese and meat boards. Next door, Revelator Coffee has great gourmet beans and pastries. For a fancier dinner out, try the Italian delicacies at Marcello's (7-minute walk).

Bars

Both St. James Cheese Company and Marcello's (with its own wine cellar) are great for picking up a world class bottle to take back to your hotel room. For a livelier experience, head to Lucy's Retired Surf Club and Barcadia (on the same block, both a 1-minute walk), for college-like fun with arcade games and cheap margaritas.

WHY WE LIKE IT

This hotel makes the most sense for travelers looking for a longer stay—the kind of stay that would warrant use of a full-sized fridge and dishwasher. It doesn't have all of the charm of other New Orleans hotels, but if you're looking for a convenient home base at a good value, you've found it.

QUICK FACTS

Type Hotel

Best For Business Pet Friendly

Atmosphere Lively

Location Central

Style Trusted Brand

Price $$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 504-571–1818;800-858–1319

Website: www.staybridgeneworleans.com

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