I stayed here due to its proximity to the Convention Center. It is an easy walk to the Convention…read moreCenter. Your walk through the convention center may be longer than your walk from the Hilton to the convention center. Keep in mind, it gets very hot and humid in New Orleans in the late spring through the fall so even if the walk is short, it may be brutal. About the hotel...The rooms were comfortable as were the beds. I slept well when I was there. My interactions with Hilton staff were limited but were all pleasant. The restaurants located in the hotel are pretty good as well. Drago's Seafood, located in the Hilton, has very good oysters on the half-shell, if that is your thing. They also have really good gumbo and Charbroiled Oysters. Spirits is the bar and restaurant located directly adjacent to Drago's. The bartender is a local and the drinks are cold. The food at Spirits was the typical bar food expectation. Drago's and Spirits are two different restaurants but are easily confused due to their proximity to each other. They do have an outdoor pool area. If you are looking to stay in a hotel that is close to the French Quarter, this would not be my first choice. Bottom line - Close to the convention center. Good dining. Comfortable rooms. Not a bad place to stay. An easy 4-stars for what I needed on this particular trip.

The room was clean and spacious, the view of the city was superb, and the lobby bar and the coffee…read moreshop/convenience store were very convenient. You can also do 100% online check in and check out, which was great. No waiting in line - we just got our hotel key on our phones and walked right in. The location isn't bad either, a 15ish minute walk to pretty much everything, and they have a bikeshare location.

The issues at this hotel are so numerous, I don't know where to begin…read more Let's start with the worst, they only had one operable elevator out of 3, most of our visit. In addition to that we had an issue checking in, there was not a room ready when we arrived and we were told we would be called when it became available. They never did.When I called to check if my room was available, they were rude and discourteous and I was told that they did not have my phone number. Which I I gave them along with my email address when I checked in. The toilet did not work properly and took flushing 3x each time. The coffee pot was broken and when I called I was told that no one would be available to take care of it until 8 AM the next morning. No offer to leave a note or to take care of it in the morning, but I should call back. There were no clean towels at the pool so we had to bring towels from the room. But our towels were not restocked, we had to go ask for them. To add Insult to injury, our last night our room key didn't work. We had to wait a ridiculous length of time, given that only one elevator worked to go to the lobby to have it corrected. They apologized profusely, but did nothing. We went back to our room and the keys still didn't work. Maintenance literally had to break into our room. Mind you, they want $100,000 for their timeshare program. I would not have their timeshare program, if they gave it to me. I categorically would not recommend this property under any circumstances. On a positive note , the building and room were very nice and the day we arrived there was a crawfish boil. But I still would not recommend them.

This is a very nice place but the bathrooms are smaller than small. If you don't mind an extremely…read moresmall bathroom this would be a great location. The water pressure is ok, not the best but not the worst. The bed is nice. The pullout seems to do its job. Parking is valet only and depending on whether you're a member or not dictates the price.

I went on a girls trip to Mardi Gras left two days after Fat Tuesday. We had two rooms booked (4…read moreladies). Everyone got their own bed. The hotel was 1000 times better than a Air BnB that we stayed at two nights before getting to the hotel. We got good sleep in the hotel. The view from our rooms was great as we could see the bridge and the fireworks from our rooms. The room itself that I stayed in was cleaned daily and towels changed and the beds made. The staff was respectable and professional at the front desk, bar, and housekeepers. There was one gentleman working the doors (maybe a bellhop or valet) that was too flirty with the young women from our group which maybe was not too professional. Each of the ladies was given a voucher for a free drink at the bar. The mixed sangria drink was pretty good. We were told that because there are no ice machines we just needed to call room service for all the inclusive bottled water and ice that would be delivered to the room. I called and was told that the water and ice would be right up. It never came. I went to the front desk and they gave me the bottled water and I was told to get the ice from the hotel bar. The property itself is okay but like many hotels I have stayed in for business and leisure, this property needs some repairs and updates. The vents in the rooms and bathrooms need the dust and dirt cleaned out, the toilet seat in one of the bathrooms needed to be adjusted or straightened out. The television (when we were in the room) went dark and the column went up and down by itself). The bedside had plenty of outlets for charging our phones, watches and tablets. But the one on the side of the bedside table actually yanks out of the table. The fan or vent fan in the bathroom doesn't let steam out. I think the hotel was marketed to us as a spa and yet there was no pool at the hotel. The crown molding is cracking and peeling in the rooms. Also, considering the size of the hotel the sundries area is small and the microwave is small (like dorm size microwave). You'd think that they would have a larger microwave or two medium sized microwaves. The hotel has baggage hold in case you get there before check in. We got lucky that they had some rooms ready when we arrived a few hours before check in. I really was grateful for that. The water in the shower was always to me crab boil hot which was good. One of our ladies said that the water was lukewarm on the last morning. Lastly, the street parking behind the hotel was more affordable than parking in the big parking lot.

This was unfortunately not a great experience. There were some pros: a quiet room, a comfortable…read morebed, friendly staff. However, the lack of internet for four days was really disappointing. Having to take work calls from coffee shops or the convention center totally sucked...and I was actually there for work. The hotel was also kind of run down - my towel bar fell off one night, the shower handle was super loose, and there was a potato chip was a long-term guest in my room. I am unlikely to stay here again, even though it was super convenient to the convention center.

This is the place to stay. Say it slow with me "This is the place to stay" …read more After driving 9 hrs and to walk in to see such an amazing decor, extremely clean. I mean floors shining clean lol , to be greeted by one of the most beautiful smiles, full of energy, warm welcome to Cambria Hotel followed with baby lol made my decision to stay here even better. Ms. SHARON was extremely friendly, helpful, kind and went far beyond to accommodate us. Every time we saw her she was smiling and truly look like she loves what she does. Love her. Give her a raise. Now this beautiful hotel is a walk away from everything if you enjoy walking or about 6-8 mins drive. The room is modern with black and white decor, clean, neat, smelled amazing upon entry, Comfortable bed, right hot water temperature, pressure and 75 inch tv on the wall or is it 65in lol. Not much of a view because of location but ours was great. We didn't take advantage of the room service because we ate so much when we were out. Keep up the excellent job housekeeping. Thanks guys from valet Definitely will be back

The goal? Find a hotel near the convention center during graduation weekend. Close enough to walk…read moreto graduation and also the Ivy Day awards at the TSOM. Since my hubby had just stayed at a Cambria in Philly, we said why not. Found a reasonable deal and booked. Location is great. Close enough to the Convention Center and Riverwalk to walk. Actually easy to walk to the French Market, Jackson Square and the galleries on Royal Street. Check out MS Rau. This art gallery is like a museum where you can buy masterpieces by Monet, Picasso and Chagall, if you can afford them. I just go to look and admire my some of my favorite artists. Lots of cute restaurants and coffee shops within a few blocks. Or just go to watch the sunset from a beautiful view along the Mississippi River a few blocks away. Check in was so easy. Asked for a quiet room on a higher floor. No problem. Alteion was so responsive when I mentioned an issue. Thanks also for a nice breakfast at the U-Bar. So easy and efficient. So why four stars when the staff earned five?? Housekeeping. Or rather lack of housekeeping. That was a mercy two at best. For a stay of four nights/five days with daily housekeeping included I have a few basic expectations. The garbage can should be emptied. The garbage can in the bathroom was finally emptied on the day before we checked out. The other garbage can was never emptied. It was overflowing with empty cups of Chai from Nova, paper bags, and party supplies for graduation by the time we left on Sunday morning. If the towels are soaking wet and on the floor, they should be changed. That happened exactly once during our four night stay. After, I let the front desk know on the day before we checked out. If there is a coffee maker and there are no coffee cups in the room and no coffee pods next to the Keurig, the assumption is that they should be replaced. Common sense, right. It was easy to tell that the room was not properly cleaned as the bed was never made, there were crumbs on the floor and the bathroom was filled with a combination of towels hung up to dry and some left on the floor. (We however did clean the bathroom, kitchen, windowsills and more at the house that my daughter and her roommates are leaving after four years of school at TSOM.) This hotel has the makings of a really good place to stay. It is so cute. Love the brick warehouse district walls and the Big Easy artwork. Just needs some simple common sense fixes. Note: There are entrances on both Commerce and Tchoupitoulas. Important to know if you order a UBER, Lyft or have your daughter pick you up to go to Trivia Night or an Arcade Bar. You also will need your room key to enter on Commerce after hours and to access the elevator to your hotel room. Safety first!

Excellent service. Lloyd and Melissa take very good care of everyone…read more We use them for airport transportation and event transportation to our Mardi Gras ball. They also provide sightseeing tours too. This trip our drivers have been Daniel and Jerry - both great and timely. It is very convenient to be picked up in baggage claim and whisked off to your transportation. Fastest way to your hotel. The cars are all very clean too.

We needed airport transportation for 16 people and booked with Riverbend Charters last weekend. Mr…read more Jerry and Mr. Eddie were our chauffeurs, one for arriving, the other for departing. These men were professional, patient, kind and funny. They provided the upmost customer service one could ask for. Do yourself a favor, and book with Riverbend Charters! You will not be disappointed.

The True Crime Walking Tour of the French Quarter was hands-down one of the best walking tours…read morewe've ever taken, and that is entirely because of Drew. You can immediately tell he doesn't just *recite* stories--he has deeply researched them. Every detail was accurate, thoughtfully sourced, and presented with care and integrity. In a city where true crime can easily slip into sensationalism, Drew handled each story with respect, depth, and historical context. That matters, and it showed. What truly sets Drew apart is how he performs the stories. His delivery was engaging without being theatrical for the sake of it. He told each case with genuine love and passion, making the history feel alive while honoring the real people involved. He kept the group fully engaged from start to finish--thorough, entertaining, and never rushed. Drew is the kind of guide who elevates the entire experience and reflects incredibly well on your company. He's not just knowledgeable--he's a storyteller, a historian, and a professional who clearly takes pride in what he does. A true gem, and absolutely someone you want representing your tours. Highly recommend--especially if you're lucky enough to get Drew as your guide.

We had an incredible night on tour with Christian! I learned so much about NOLA and thank you so…read moremuch for sharing the TRUE stories of the Katrina victims.

*from a non-vegan eater... My friend is vegan, likes to walk…read moreand we thought a mini tour of NOLA would be cool. Let's just say... Mark was GREAT, the food was DELICIOUS, the walk was less than 3000 steps (easy, spaced out and flat), there was cool history bits throughout, and the food. Wow. So. Good. We had so many different flavors, everything was Do yourself a favor and try something that you might not have experienced before, this one is an easy win!!! *would do any of Mark's tours, he's just that good!

Date of tour: December 21, 2024…read more After a wonderful food tour in Prague last year, we wanted to replicate the magic stateside while visiting New Orleans, a city with a rich food history and scene. As requested, I will keep the individual location names secret as to not spoil your potential food tour but also because the stops can change and I don't want to have you disappointed if you don't get the same places on your tour. Ty was a great guide, providing us with local history and culture as we ate our way down Magazine Street. The only complaint I have is that they didn't really interact with us during the food portions, standing or sitting off to the side, or running to the next location to make sure we were all set. To me, the guide should be not only the bridge between the locations and food with us, but also a bridge between the different groups on the tour. Ty told us before the tour started that the other folks joining us were from Michigan, but we found out from them later that they were actually from New York. Had these connections been made earlier, it would have enhanced the tour. On to the food, wonderful that it all was! Please note that I may make some errors in the actual names of the food, while I took pictures, I did not write down the names and there wasn't a post-tour recap to assist me! Stop #1: A local sandwich and a seafood side. Both quite good, especially since I don't like olives! Stop #2: An unusual meat that was shockingly good! Stop #3: Seafood options. I've had a different version of one of these items in Asheville, NC. This wasn't quite as good but still tasty. Stop #4: Southern favorites that were so good! I didn't think I would like these but I did. Stop #5: A peppermint fudge cupcake. Sadly, the weakest stop on the tour. Other that tried the gelato came away disappointed and my cupcake was neither overly fudgey or pepperminty. It looked pretty, though!

I was recently in NOLA for work. I had stayed at this hotel many years ago and remembered my…read moreexperience fondly. I was looking forward to staying there again. Sadly, it was nothing like I remembered. The lobby continues to be interesting with the amazing blown glass art. But everything else was honestly disappointing. I'm a Gold Elite Bonvoy member with nearly 30 years as a Bonvoy member. When I checked in, my reserved room type (king room) wasn't available. So, they put me in a queen double on the second floor. No attempt to explore an upgrade...no attempt to make it right. The hotel also now charges a "destination fee" which is honestly just a way to fleece customers for more money. You can get a "free tour" from some local tour companies, but that doesn't make a ton of sense if you are in town for work and aren't in town to play. There is supposed to be a $10 daily food and beverage credit that can be used at the on-site restaurant, but as you can imagine $10 doesn't go very far there. The room was mid at best. The bed was wildly uncomfortable and the pillows might have well been nonexistent (super flat and not supportive at all). The carpet in the room looked like it had definitely seen better days. And, the bathroom needs a complete overhaul. The grout lines are deeply stained from dust, grime and water. There is something accumulating in the corner by the tub. And the "art" in the bathroom appears to have not been dusted in years. Pictures provided. The hotel is TIRED and long overdue for an update. I live the location of the hotel, but I'd probably choose a different hotel next time.

I thought this was a reasonably priced hotel in the downtown area. The French Quarter is about a…read moremile away straight down the road so I liked this location. The hotel is also right near the outlets on the river and the casino. There are lots of bars, food spots and coffee shops all in walking distance as well. I would stay here again. They also have hospitality suite options for wedding events and the gym is nice.

I really recommend this. I was also on the fence about it but I found it really interesting and it…read morewas amazing to see all the float statues. Fascinating to see and hear how they make them and how they also make others throughout the country. Hubby bought the tickets directly from their site. I can get picked up at several location we got picked up at a location closest to our hotel but afterwards we got dropped off at a different location (our choice) so that we can continue our day as a tourist. If this is your first time in NOLA- definitely do this. It's educational!

I recently visited Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World and overall had a good experience. The host was…read moregreat--very welcoming and knowledgeable--which really added to the visit. There's a lot of interesting history behind Mardi Gras, and it was fascinating to see the craftsmanship and learn how everything comes together behind the scenes. One downside is parking. There's no free parking available, and the closest option is about a block away, costing around $23, which felt a bit inconvenient. I would recommend checking it out at least once, especially if you're interested in Mardi Gras history and culture. That said, it's probably not something I'd go back to a second time.

My first cruise. Carnival Triumph. Inexpensive vacation ($800 a person for 6 days.) Ports: Cozumel…read more& Progreso. Did the Champagne snorkel excursion in Cozumel. Progreso- not worth getting off the boat unless you do an excursion or enjoy being hassled to buy something every 2 seconds. Cruise: Great drinks (top shelf), ok-to-good food (better than an all inclusive resort in Mexico). Gotta make your own fun which we did. Small pools (surprising), nice staff, left from New Orleans. Tips: take a power strip (not enough plug-ins in cabin). Buy the drink package before you leave (it costs $130 more for 2 ppl if you purchase on the boat). Skip the WiFi unless you just have to have it (worked half the time). Download the Carnival app w/chat (5$). Spa was way too expensive even with the $50 I won the 1st day in a drawing. Also, if anyone has video of me doing the "running man" on the Capitol Bar stage in front of everyone with the cruise director, message me. Thanks.

Very clean cruise, but our room had an issue with AC for 3 nights. We had to request a fan in our…read moreroom, it was about 80ﾟ, It was OK but not unbearable. The cruise ship is very clean, I really liked our Stewardess. We were sat at table 666 upstairs, and even though we didn't like our table number... We loved the men that took care of us for the are our 5 nights. They no longer have free 24 hour room service with food. The breakfast is very limited options with no type of protein dishes offered. They had a few pools but it was basically a few pools cut in half, it was very small. We did enjoy movies on the deck and the punchliner! Food looks better than it taste.