Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?
For special events, Hotel Monteleone has a box at the finish line of the Fairgrounds racetrack that is available to our guests complimentary, based on availability. We are also a partner with the House of Blues and can obtain tickets for their concerts. We are the official hotel for the Saenger Theatre (scheduled to reopen in fall ’07) and have access to special group seats as well as backstage passes. The Ursuline Convent has a special exhibit from the Vatican beginning in January and running through June, and we are the official hotel for that as well. Lastly, we are one of the TPC’s [Tournament Players Club] preferred hotels and can confirm and book tee-off times for the TPC course, which is PGA approved.
What are your group restaurant recommendations?
Hunt Room Grill, Muriel’s Jackson Square, Commander’s Palace, Arnaud’s Restaurant, and Broussard’s.
What are your bar or nightclub recommendations?
Carousel Piano Bar and Lounge, Palm Court Jazz Club, Preservation Hall, House of Blues, Snug Harbor, and Donna’s.
Can you recommend a good place to take a stroll?
Rue Royal, which is known for arts and antiques as well as upscale boutique shopping; Chartres Street and Magazine Street—uptown, with six miles of shopping.
Are there any quirky places we should check out?
Christmas Bonfires, Ghost Voodoo and Vampire Tour.