“Avenue Plaza hotel”

This hotel was a little off the beat and path, but the quality was wonderful. The staff was extremely helpful and nice. The local trolly is right outside of the hotel and cost $3.00 for an all day pass. It will drop you off on Canal street right by Bourban street. The Trolly also runs 24 hour a day.

“Great stay!”

Great stay!

“Not impressed.”

The hotel is crowded, understaffed and not very good. I would not recommend it.

“Questionable Neighborhood, Obnoxious Time-Share Sales People”

I should have known better than to think the concierge was just engaging us in conversation: even though we paid full price for two nights stay at this hotel, they hounded us continuously about attending a timeshare presentation that lasts 120 minutes. We spent the weekend dodging him. It was ridiculous. The "suite" was fine. The bed was hard as a rock and the walls were thin, we could hear everything going on outside and it was nearly impossible to sleep. Everything was clean. There was no bedding for the pullout sofa. The pool is so small it's a joke - smaller than most private residences pools. The timeshare hard sell salespeople were annoying. Their gifts aren't even worth bothering with and for heavens sake - it's not like finding a dumpy hotel is so hard to do! Why would anyone want to buy into this chain?? We paid full price for two nights but checked out after one. We felt like we were constantly running from sales people. The hotel is on the streetcar line and feels fairly safe but it's just a few blocks from the ghetto. Would not stay here again.

“Excellent hotel”

all the experience was excellent, in especial the room is so comfortable

“Close to convention center”

I needed to stay at a hotel close to the convention center. All the "official" hotels for the convention were both expensive and booked. Found this one on Expedia. It is close - about a 5 min cab ride. Nice neighborhood on the trolly route. Found a few good restaurants. I liked the fondue place across the street. The hotel was clean but not fancy. The rooms are large. I got a small suite with a kitchen - nice to be able to cook a few simple meals instead of eating out when away. Front desk staff helpful. I didn't use the concierge service to book any tours, but it looked like several guests were finding it helpful.

“All you could ask for”

Hotel is very nice. Loved the mini kitchen. includes: sink stove, fridge, microwave, dishes and blender. Did not like shower only and no tub. No smoking, although smoking is allowed on the roof and in the back courtyard. Coffee most of the day in building in courtyard. Staff is wonderful although check in is slow. However, you're in the 'Big Easy' and that's the way it's done almost everywhere. Visitors center across the street for maps & info. Streetcar stop right outside hotel door. We didn't bring a car and didn't need it, buses or trolleys will take you anywhere. If you have a car, don't take it to the French Quarter. Congested traffic, high parking fees if you can find parking, and you can walk to anything. There is a market called Zara's two blocks away to do shopping and they have a cookout on Saturdays we recommend. Another market on the corner of block hotel is on, sells the best gumbo (carry-out), recommended by locals and they were right. No maid service as this is a time share and also a hotel. However, if you ask at the desk you can get fresh towels or whatever. Make sure to take the tour offered for the Ashley House behind the hotel. It only takes about 1/2 hour, but is free and a chance to see one of the garden district homes from the inside. Ask at the front desk about the tour. Also, shuttle service to airport available if you ask ahead of time.

“Not the best Hotel”

At checkin the staff member was unfriendly. The first room offered was not acceptable the kitchen sink rusty. We complained and was given another room. The rooms are not serviced and lacked comfort and the lifts were often not working. for the price I expected the room to be cleaned the 6 days we were there. . This hotel compared poorly to the Homewood Suites in Nashville where we had stayed the week before On a positive note it is in the Garden district on a trolly route very convenient. For great food try the Cheesecake Bistro just up the road

“Great Hotel in Garden District”

First time staying in the Garden District of New Orleans and it was very enjoyable. Location was just a hop, skip and a jump via the St. Charles Street Car to the French Quarter or to the Riverbend area. Nice and quiet! The courtyard of the hotel was very relaxing. Also enjoyed the free coffee and iced tea in the afternoon.