Residence Inn Longer-Stay Hotel Opens in New Orleans’ Central Business District
New Space to Feature New Design and Balcony Overlooking St. Charles Avenue Streetcar
NEW ORLEANS, LA (December 12, 2019) – The 231-suite Residence Inn by Marriott at 360 St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans, Louisiana opened Tuesday, December 10 with upscale, stylish décor and a unique environment for extended-stay guests. One of the most-anticipated features of the new hotel will be its 170-foot long balcony with six 80-inch televisions overlooking the St. Charles Streetcar Line.
Located in the heart of the Central Business District just a few blocks from the French Quarter, Residence Inn offers its guests convenient access to Bourbon Street, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, the Smoothie King Center, The National World War II Museum, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Butterfly Garden, Lafayette Square and many other local attractions
“We are pleased with the continued growth of Residence Inn hotels in the New Orleans area,” said Diane Mayer, Vice President and Global Brand Manager, Residence Inn.
Residence Inn properties are designed as all-suite hotels that offer studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites. The third-floor offers eight suites that have private balconies with breathtaking views of downtown New Orleans. The hotel is pet-friendly and maintains a business library where guests can fax, copy and print materials, and provides guests with an extra-large fitness center, 5,075 square feet of meeting space with balcony access and convenient parking.
Designed for stays of five nights or more, each suite features a fully-equipped kitchen with a coffeemaker, microwave oven and residential-sized appliances. The longer-stay guest will experience a livable, uplifting environment coupled with inviting and functional public spaces to relax or collaborate, extending the feeling of comfortable living on the road. Bar360 in the lobby lounge will serve as a place to gather with televisions, craft cocktails, local beers on tap and light fare.
Mayer went on to say, “When on the road for an extended period, our guests need space to spread out, maintain their life’s pace and restore their energy to help them maintain a healthy balance and routine while traveling. This new hotel offers them a seamless blend of modern style and functionality that allows them to settle in and thrive.”
Residence Inn rotates a wide selection of healthy choices for its free hot breakfast every day. In addition, road warriors and families alike can take advantage of the hotel’s grocery delivery service, complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour onsite food and beverage market, dry cleaning services and onsite guest laundry room.
The all-suite Residence Inn will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by St. Charles Prime Properties, LLC and managed by InterMountain Management, LLC of Monroe, Louisiana.
About Residence Inn by Marriott:
Residence Inn by Marriott is the global leader in the longer stays lodging segment, with more than 800 properties located in more than 12 countries and territories. Designed for long stays, the brand offers spacious suites with separate living, working, and sleeping zones. Fully functional kitchens; grocery delivery service; 24-hour markets and complimentary breakfasts help guests maximize their time and thrive while they travel. The RI Mix™ evening events afford guests the opportunity to socialize and connect with the local community. Each Residence Inn offers free Wi-Fi in both public and guests spaces to ensure continuous connectivity while on the road. As a member of the Marriott International portfolio, Residence Inn is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the new name of Marriott’s travel program replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG). The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including earning points toward free hotel stays and nights toward Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.com. For more information or reservations, visit residence-inn.marriott.com. For travel tips, the latest on the brand or to connect with other travelers, “like” Residence Inn on Facebook and follow @ResidenceInn on Twitter and Instagram. To make reservations and learn more about Residence Inn by Marriott at 360 St. Charles Avenue, visit the website, Facebook and Instagram.
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