Hilton New Orleans Airport

Renovated in 2017, Hilton New Orleans Airport offers a comfortable oasis for travelers who want to be close to the airport. Starting with the airy lobby, there are plenty of modern lounge areas where guests unwind between meetings or relax with luggage before or after their flights. The lush courtyard features a soothing fountain and strings of quaint bulbs at night -- it feels worlds away from the busy transport hub right across the street.Given its convenience to the airport and ample meeting space, the hotel draws an eclectic mix of families, solo travelers, and business guests, who all mingle in the hotel's common areas. While most of the property feels like a standard, modern chain hotel, concerted efforts have been made to add touches of local flavor, most notably the gorgeous, metallic prints of New Orleans landmarks that dominate the hallways. Second Line Sports Edition is also packed with New Orleans sports memorabilia, leaving guests with no doubt that they’re in the Big Easy. For guests who want both modern amenities and easy access to flights, Hilton New Orleans Airport is a solid choice.

Conveniently located across from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in the suburb of Kenner, Hilton New Orleans Airport is so close to the transport hub that guests can see the air traffic control tower from the parking lot and some of the rooms. Free airport transfers are offered 24 hours a day. The Mercedes-Benz Superdome is a 16-minute drive away. Depending on traffic, all the main sights of downtown New Orleans including the French Quarter, the Central Business District, the Garden District, and the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, can be reached by car in about 30 minutes.

Decorated in muted grays, cool blues, and neutrals, the rooms at the Hilton New Orleans Airport and modern and subdued. Guests can choose between layouts that include either one king-size bed or two double beds. Air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, Cuisinart coffeemakers, and work desks come standard. Wi-Fi is offered for a fee. Closets are equipped with safes, irons and ironing boards. Prints of the iconic Preservation Hall grace the walls of the bathrooms, adding a welcome pop of local charm. Bathrooms also offer shower/tub combos, hairdryers, and Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries. Most rooms include small sitting areas, but there are no suites offered at the hotel.Upgrading to business class rooms adds freebies like free Wi-Fi, coffee, souvenir mugs, and perks at the hotel’s restaurant. Some rooms face the airport and offer views of the runways and air traffic control towers. Accessible rooms are available, offering bathrooms with either showers or bathtubs.

Hilton New Orleans Airport offers a good range of modern amenities with the convenience of being close to the airport. A buffet breakfast is offered (for a fee) at Café La Salle off the hotel’s lobby. For lunch and dinner, guests can visit Second Line Sports Edition, a casual restaurant and with a full bar, decked out in New Orleans sports memorabilia. It serves up a casual menu of salads, sandwiches, and local favorites. A 24-hour Grab and Go pantry is on hand in the lobby for guests on the run or those who need snacks or drinks at any time of day or night.A lovely outdoor courtyard, lit with quaint strands of bare bulbs at night, offers a quiet oasis with a fountain, sitting areas, and tables with umbrellas for those who want to relax outside. Nearby is a nice outdoor pool with a hot tub. There's also a small, but modern, fitness center with Precor cardio machines and free weights.The hotel offers plenty of facilities for business guests. Its 21,000 square feet of meeting space include a massive Grand Ballroom, an amphitheater-style classroom/meeting room, and a beautiful Executive Board Room with a classic conference table and a comfortable lounge area. Public computer terminals are available in the lobby near reception. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property for a surcharge. A free airport shuttle runs around the clock. Guests with cars can park them (for a fee) in the ample parking lot in front of the hotel.