The hype
Travelers love the cleanliness and the 'museum extension' vibe, but many wish the location had more immediate nightlife options right out the front door.
Higgins Hotel, Curio By Hilton
$150-300/ éjszaka
Foglaljon ezt, ha You want a polished, history-soaked base camp directly across from the WWII Museum without the chaos of the French Quarter.
Miért szeretik az emberek
- Immersive 1940s Art Deco design that feels expensive, not kitschy
- Rosie's on the Roof offers sweeping skyline views and solid happy hour bites
- Literal steps from the National WWII Museum (you can see the exhibits from some rooms)
Gyors áttekintés: A pristine, museum-quality hotel that feels a bit like sleeping in a very high-end exhibit—quiet, respectful, and slightly removed from the party.
Értékelte @AprilPerry498259: Staying here felt like an extension of our museum visit. The 1940s Art Deco style is gorgeous, and being right next door to the WWII Museum made our trip so easy. The room was cozy, clean, and full of character.
Az itt szállók ezt mondták
Reality check
The in-room AC units are powerful but can be aggressively loud, and the shower heads in some rooms have a design flaw where water shoots straight out rather than down.
- You are visiting specifically for the WWII Museum
- You appreciate silence and safety over Bourbon Street chaos
- You love Art Deco aesthetics and historical details
Tisztaság és karbantartás
9.2
- Housekeeping: Daily service is standard and highly rated; very few complaints about missed spots.
- Bathroom hygiene: Immaculate. Grout and tiles are typically sparkling, though the shower design causes water spray issues.
- Maintenance: New property feel (opened 2019), so wear and tear is minimal. Everything works, except the occasional loud AC.
- Linens & towels: Crisp, high-quality white linens fitting the Hilton Curio standard.
- Odors & scents: Fresh, sometimes strong cleaning scent in the lobby; no musty/smoke smells reported.
Alvásminőség™
7.5CSENDES
0-4HANGOS
4-7.5KÖZEPES
7.5-10CSENDES
- Loud in-room air conditioning units
- Occasional hallway noise (heavy doors)
Foglalás előtt
Jó tudni
- The hotel is 100% smoke-free with a steep $250 violation fee.
- You can't charge the parking fee to your room in some booking setups; be prepared to pay at the garage kiosk.
- Breakfast at Cafe Normandie is à la carte, not a free buffet.
Mit csomagoljak be
- A sweater or light jacket for the freezing lobby
- Comfortable walking shoes (the French Quarter is a 20-min walk)
- Earplugs if you are sensitive to AC white noise
Szobagenie
Legjobb szobák
- Corner King Deluxe (ends in '01' or similar) for dual-aspect city views
- Courtyard View rooms for maximum silence away from the street
- 8th Floor Suites (Roosevelt/Truman) for high ceilings and record players
Kerülendő szobák
- Rooms near the elevator banks (audible dings)
- Low-floor rooms facing Magazine Street if you are sensitive to traffic hum
Szobakérés Genie – másolás és beillesztés
“I am a light sleeper visiting for the museum. Please assign a quiet Courtyard View room on a high floor, away from the elevators. If available, a corner room would be appreciated.”
GYIK és rejtett tippek
Minden, amit tényleg tudni szeretnél a foglalás előtt.
Is there a pool?
No, there is no pool on the property.
How much is parking?
Self-parking is approximately $45 per night in the adjacent WWII Museum garage. There is NO valet.
Is it close to Bourbon Street?
It's about a 15-20 minute walk or a short Uber ride. You are in the Warehouse District, not the French Quarter.
Does the hotel offer free breakfast?
No, breakfast is paid à la carte at Cafe Normandie (expect $16-$22 per entree).
Can I bring my dog?
No, the hotel has a strict no-pets policy (service animals only).
Is there a resort fee?
No mandatory resort fee was found during the audit, though a small tax/destination fee of ~$1 may appear.
Insider tippek
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The 'Provisions' market has decent grab-and-go coffee if you want to skip the sit-down breakfast prices.
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Ask the front desk about the 'General Patton's Piano' in the lounge—it's a real artifact.
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The 8th-floor suites come with working record players and a collection of 1940s vinyl.
5 dolog, amit tudnod kell az utazás előtt
💡The shower heads in standard rooms often spray horizontally, making for a wet bathroom floor.
💡There is no access to the rooftop terrace in the morning, so don't plan on a sunrise coffee up there.
💡The lobby scent is distinct—some love the 'fresh' smell, others find it chemical.
💡You can walk to the St. Charles streetcar line in about 4 minutes (Lee Circle stop).
💡The 'courtyard' is more of a light well than a lush garden, but it does block street noise.
Helyi Útmutató
Térkép
Nézze meg, hol található a Higgins Hotel, Curio By Hilton és mi van a közelében.