The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans welcomes visitors with genuine Southern hospitality. From its premier location on the edge of the French Quarter most of the city’s popular and unique attractions are just blocks away. The hotel features a newly renovated 25,000 square-foot destination Spa and Spa Café, a new signature restaurant, two lounges, and it is in close proximity to numerous antique stores, art galleries and restaurants. The hotel’s traditional Southern ambience includes interior design, furnishings and art that reflect the graciousness of the antebellum mansions of the Garden District.
The French Quarter is the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans, dating to 1718. Home to popular attractions such as Bourbon Street, Royal Street and Jackson Square, The Quarter also houses the St. Louis Cathedral, the Louisiana State Museum, an abundance of art and antique galleries, and the French Market for a fine variety of fresh produce grown in the State of Louisiana.
New Orleans is often referred to as a unique American city. “The Big Easy” -- the birthplace of jazz and great musicians, including Louis Armstrong and Fats Domino; the home of influential writers such as William Faulkner and Truman Capote, the city has a rich and intricate mélange of cultures and an exciting multi-faceted character.
The Ritz-Carlton’s Locale:
- Minutes from the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the Superdome, three challenging golf courses
- Close proximity to the Garden District
- Near the Audubon Institute Aquarium of the Americas, one of the top five aquariums in the country, featuring the largest collection of sharks and jellyfish, rare white gator, penguins, otters and a changing exhibits gallery. Adjacent to the aquarium is the Entergy IMAX Theatre with big-screen 2-D or 3-D viewing.
Additional nearby places of interest: Audubon Park and Zoological Garden; National World War II Museum; New Orleans Museum of Art; Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Hotel Reservations
Ascendant Compliance Management has reserved a block of rooms at the Ritz-Carlton for the nights of March 17, 18, 19 & 20. For room reservations, please call 504.524.1331 or 800.241.3333 before cut-off date of February 24, 2009 and reference Ascendant Compliance Management in order to receive the group rate of $259.00 per night for a single/double room. The rates offered are obtainable three days before and three days after the event, subject to availability. March is a busy month in New Orleans, so please make your room reservations early!
Ground Transportation to the Ritz-Carlton
Taxi cabs can be hailed outside the baggage claim area at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport ($31.00 one way.)
A shuttle service is also available outside baggage claim which will make hotel stops on its way to the Ritz-Carlton ($15.00 per person.) Alternatively, please call the hotel concierge to arrange transportation by private limousine or sedan ($141.00 and $109.00 one way, respectively).
Ritz-Carlton Concierge:
Ph: 504.524.1331
Email: karen.ford@ritzcarlton.com
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