by L.S. Watts

Created on: January 26, 2011   Last Updated: January 30, 2011

Mardi Gras is a huge event in New Orleans, Louisiana. Most people tend to be more preoccupied with the Mardi Gras festivities than worrying about a place to stay once in New Orleans. Choosing the right hotel can help make your Mardi Gras experience even more rewarding.

There are a variety of hotels to choose from but there are a few that rise above the rest. These are the hotels that place you right in the middle of the Mardi Gras celebration. This means that you won’t have to worry about transportation while in Mardi Gras. Each of these hotels has amazing ammenities and are located within a walking distance from all that Mardi Gras has to offer.

Garden District Hotel Collection

The Queen Anne is a beautiful Victorian manision dating back to 1890. It is located at 1625 Prytania Street in the heart of the Garden District. The Queen Anne is for patrons who are 25 years of age or older. No children are allowed in the Queen Anne. Prices range from $109.00 to $129.00 a night.

Prytania Oaks is located in the Lower Garden District at 1612 Prytania Street. This old Victorian home from the mid-1800s makes for a cozy lodging choice. Pyrtania Oaks is also for adults only. Rooms per night cost $99.00 to $109.00.

Prytania Park is located at 1525 Prytania Street. This hotel has several types of rooms to choose from ranging from $69.00 a night to $199.00 a night. Pyrtania Park is the hotel where everyone must check-in for all three hotels. A staff member will then walk with you to your chosen hotel and room.

The Garden District Hotel Collection is a great place to stay if you wish to be close to the Mardi Gras parades. To make a reservation, visit their website or call 1-800-862-1984.

Parc St. Charles Hotel

Located at 500 St. Charles Street, Parc St. Charles is another excellent hotel for those who want to be close to the Mardi Gras parade. In fact, it located on a street in which the parade comes through. This hotel is a perfect blend of the old world and the new world. They have three types of rooms to choose from and prices are $69.00 throughout the week and $89.00 on the weekends. Reservations can be made through their website or by calling 504-522-9000.

Embassy Suites

If you are looking for upscale suites with a New Orleans flair, the Embassy Suites is the hotel choice for you this Mardi Gras. Why only enjoy the events of Mardi Gras when you can enjoy complimentary cook-to-order breakfast each morning of your stay? The Embassy Suites has a variety of ammenities

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