International House Hotel
New Orleans is home to Mardi Gras, gumbo, and an endless supply of southern hospitality. If your travels bring you to Crescent City for a long weekend away from home, a family vacation, or a solo getaway to explore the city, then you're in luck.
The International House Hotel is one of the best properties in New Orleans. Its central location puts you within easy walking distance of most of the major tourist destinations, and it's just a short trolly ride away from many other places to explore. Plus, the calm, quiet, and spacious guest rooms offer a reprieve from the party going on just a few blocks away on Bourbon Street.
Read our full review of International House Hotel below.
What You Need to Know
The Look of International House Hotel
The International House Hotel is housed in a 1906-era building that was previously known as the Canal Louisiana Bank and Trust. In 1998, after more than 90 years as a bank and other entities, the building became New Orleans' first boutique hotel.
From the moment you walk up to the entryway and into the lobby, you're greeted with southern charm. The whitewashed exterior leads you into a white lobby with towering columns, stone tile floors, and a welcome desk that glows with warm lighting. The cozy guest rooms are warm and inviting with plush bedding, a tufted headboard, and small sitting areas that look out over the city or garden.
The Vibe at the International House Hotel
Southern charm and high-end touches abound at International House Hotel. The lovely lobby is great for people-watching and mingling. After a day out in the city, head to the on-site cocktail bar, Loa, where the bartender whips up classic cocktails with a modern twist. One popular pick is the Cicada (aptly named after those pesky bugs you may hear chirping at night in the city), featuring crème de cacao, crème de menthe, garden cucumber, and white pepper.
Who Will Love International House Hotel
Leisure travelers will enjoy International House Hotel for its central locale, which puts you close to major attractions. If you don't feel like walking, hop aboard the streetcar to whiz around the city.
Who Might Not Love International House Hotel
Those looking for a hotel with ample on-site activities and amenities such as a pool or outdoor lounge should look elsewhere for accommodations. International House Hotel caters mainly to leisure travelers who will be spending most of their time out and about in the city.