The hype
Travelers love the walkable location and friendly staff but consistently note the rooms feel tired and need a refresh.
Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette French Q
$150-250/ notte
Prenota se You want the French Quarter location without the Bourbon Street hangover, housed in a historic jazz-themed skyscraper.
Perché piace così tanto
- Technically in the CBD but literally across the street from the French Quarter
- Historic 1925 'skyscraper' architecture with unique room layouts
- Tacklebox restaurant on-site serves solid charbroiled oysters and gumbo
In sintesi: A convenient, historic base that's showing its age with peeling wallpaper and thin walls, but the location makes up for the wear.
Recensito da @WayfaringAimlessly: I stayed here for a mix of work and exploring, and the jazz theme totally won me over. The lobby bar is a whole mood with that brass wall, and finding a vintage rotary phone outside my room was such a fun touch. The bed was super comfy, too.
Cosa hanno detto gli ospiti che hanno soggiornato qui
Reality check
The 'historic' charm often translates to peeling wallpaper, pink mold in grout, and noisy elevators.
- You want to be 1 block from Canal Street but sleep in a slightly quieter zone
- You appreciate historic architecture over cookie-cutter modern boxes
- You need a decent on-site gym and a quick breakfast option
Pulizia e manutenzione
7.5
- Housekeeping: Daily service is generally reliable, but guests report missed dust in corners and under beds.
- Bathroom hygiene: A recurring weak point: reports of pink mold in grout and peeling wallpaper due to humidity.
- Maintenance: Showing age. Peeling paint, scuffed furniture, and worn carpets are common complaints.
- Linens & towels: Standard Marriott quality—clean and crisp, though some towels feel a bit thin.
- Odors & scents: Lobby is heavily scented; some rooms have a lingering musty or damp smell.
Sleepability™
6.5MODERATO
0-4RUMOROSO
4-7.5MODERATO
7.5-10SILENZIOSO
- Elevator mechanical noise (especially in rooms ending in xx01)
- Hallway conversations due to thin doors
- Neighboring room TV/voices
Prima di prenotare
Buono a sapersi
- The 'Destination Fee' includes WiFi and some minor perks, but it's mandatory
- Valet is expensive; the Pere Marquette Garage at 817 Common St offers self-parking rates if you pay directly
- Check-in is 4:00 PM, which is strictly enforced during busy weekends
Cosa portare
- White noise machine or earplugs for the thin walls
- Slippers (carpets can feel a bit worn)
- Umbrella (NOLA weather is unpredictable)
Genio delle camere
Migliori scelte
- Executive King rooms for slightly more space
- High-floor rooms away from the elevator bank for better views and less noise
Camere da evitare
- Rooms ending in '01' (specifically Room 901) - directly adjacent to noisy elevator shafts
- Lower floor rooms facing Common St if you're sensitive to city hum
Genio delle richieste camera – copia e incolla
“I am a light sleeper and would appreciate a room on a high floor, as far away from the elevator bank as possible (please avoid rooms ending in 01).”
FAQ e consigli nascosti
Tutto ciò che vuoi davvero sapere prima di prenotare.
Is there a resort fee?
Yes, a daily 'Destination Fee' of approximately $23.35 + tax is added to the room rate.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is around $56/night. Self-parking is available at the adjacent Pere Marquette Garage for ~$40-55/day depending on duration.
Is the pool open year-round?
Yes, there is a heated outdoor pool, but it's small and more for a quick dip than a resort swim.
How close is Bourbon Street?
Ideally close: it's about 2 blocks away, so you can walk there in 5 minutes but sleep away from the direct chaos.
Does the hotel offer free breakfast?
No, but there is a coffee shop (New Orleans Coffee & Beignet Co.) and restaurant (Tacklebox) on-site.
Is it pet-friendly?
No, pets are generally not allowed at this specific property.
Suggerimenti degli Insider
- ✨
Skip the hotel breakfast and walk 2 mins to Majoria's Commerce Restaurant for the best biscuits in the CBD.
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The 'New Orleans Coffee & Beignet Co.' in the lobby is convenient but often has a long line; walk to a local cafe instead.
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Ask for a 'quiet room' note on your reservation; the front desk knows which rooms suffer most from the elevator noise.
5 cose da sapere prima di partire
💡The elevators can be slow and sound like a 'freight train' in adjacent rooms.
💡Windows are often painted shut or sealed aggressively, so no fresh air.
💡The 'historic' status means some rooms have odd shapes or pillars in the middle.
💡Bathroom grout often has persistent pink mold issues due to humidity and age.
💡The lobby scent is heavily perfumed to mask the old-building smell.
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