Description: On the surface, The Iberville Suites has an upscale feel to it. It's not "old world," like so many other historical hotels in the French Quarter. It's much more contemporary than that. And when one first enters, there is a luxurious feel to the place. The lobby is spacious and well-appointed, and the staff are professional and courteous. The doorman/bellhop, for example, will summon taxis for you.
The room itself, however, was of average quality, but we can't complain because, for the price, it fit our needs perfectly. It consisted of one large room cut in half by a bathroom so that there was a bedroom on one side and and a small living room on the other. The living room sofa folded out for an extra bed. It was good set up for two adults and a teen. And surprisingly, we had a decent view of the entire French Quarter.
The free breakfast offered plenty of good choices, but was crowded with not enough seating. As in most of these situations, the earlier one goes, the better. They never seemed to run low on offerings, but they did run low on free newspapers.
We were able to get this room for $79 a night which we felt was a great deal. Its location was very safe, especially since it is adjacent to the much more expensive Ritz Carlton. In fact, there are certain Ritz Carlton amenities that are offered to guests of the Iberville Suites, such as use of the exercise room.
We came into town on the AmTrak and took a cab to the hotel. Never having been to New Orleans before, we weren't sure how close the hotel was to the station. Now we know it was close enough to walk it. Without a car, we walked everywhere, but we would've done so even with a car.
The Iberville Suites website accurately reflects what the place looks like and the $79 a night rate is offered on a regular basis so one shouldn't have too much trouble securing that price.
It is located in the north-western part of the heart of the French Quarter, a block from Canal Street and two blocks from Bourbon. Jackson Square and the French Market are on the opposite corner of the French Quarter grid, but if you enjoy walking, like we do, that shouldn't be a problem. If this is your first trip to New Orleans, you will quickly learn that, at night, Bourbon Street is packed with revelers, but amazingly enough, one can walk only a block off Bourbon to find it surprisingly quiet in comparison. Two blocks from Bourbon, such as where the Iberville Suites is located, is even more so.
If you've never been to New Orleans before, this would be a great place to stay as you learn your way around and get a feel for the area.
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