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The Higgins Hotel New Orleans

Curio Collection by Hilton

1000 Magazine Street
Rated 8.7 in 157 reviews

The Higgins Hotel New Orleans is an intriguing destination for travelers seeking both comfort and a sense of history while visiting New Orleans, United States. Located in the heart of the Arts and Warehouse District, this hotel is strategically placed near a variety of landmarks and attractions, including the National WWII Museum, which is directly affiliated with the hotel.

The hotel's design is inspired by the 1940s, offering a unique blend of Art Deco elegance and modern amenities. Each room and suite is thoughtfully appointed, reflecting a sophisticated style that pays homage to an important era in history while still providing contemporary conveniences such as complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and plush bedding.

Guests at The Higgins Hotel can enjoy a variety of dining options within the property. Rosie’s on the Roof offers a rooftop dining experience with panoramic views of the New Orleans skyline, while Café Normandie provides a casual dining atmosphere with dishes that nod to the city’s rich culinary heritage.

For those interested in events or meetings, the hotel features extensive conference and event spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technology, allowing for seamless execution of both small gatherings and larger functions. Additionally, its proximity to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center makes it an ideal choice for business travelers.

The Higgins Hotel New Orleans caters to both leisure and business guests, ensuring a welcoming and unforgettable experience. Its combination of historical charm and modern luxury offers a distinctive stay among the vibrant culture and energy of New Orleans.

Climate and Weather

January
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October
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French Quarter
French Quarter
Neighborhood of and historic district in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.9km / 1.2mi
Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson
Artwork by Clark Mills
1.8km / 1.1mi
Anshe Sfard
Anshe Sfard
Synagogue in the Garden District neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana
1.5km / 0.91mi
Jackson Square
Jackson Square
Historic park in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.7km / 1.1mi
Bourbon Street
Bourbon Street
Historic street in the French Quarter of New Orleans
1.9km / 1.2mi
National World War II Museum
National World War II Museum
Military history museum and non-profit organization in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
30m / 30yd
St. Louis Cathedral
St. Louis Cathedral
Cathedral in New Orleans, USA
1.8km / 1.1mi
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
180m / 200yd
Saint Louis Cemetery
Cemetery in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, consisting of three discontiguous parcels
1.8km / 1.1mi
Saenger Theatre
Saenger Theatre
Theater and movie theater in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.5km / 0.94mi
The Cabildo
The Cabildo
Historic building in New Orleans, Louisiana
1.7km / 1.1mi
Lafayette Square
Lafayette Square
Park in New Orleans, Louisiana
0.6km / 0.35mi
Confederate Memorial Hall
Confederate Memorial Hall
War museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
180m / 190yd
Confederate Memorial Hall;Confederate Memorial Hall Museum
Confederate Memorial Hall;Confederate Memorial Hall Museum
War museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
170m / 190yd
The Presbytere
The Presbytere
Historic building in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.8km / 1.1mi
Louis Armstrong Park
Louis Armstrong Park
Park in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
2km / 1.2mi
Audubon Insectarium
Audubon Insectarium
Insectarium in Louisiana, United States
1.2km / 0.72mi
Aquarium of the Americas
Aquarium of the Americas
Zoo aquarium in New Orleans, USA
1km / 0.65mi
Madame John's Legacy
Madame John's Legacy
Historic house museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
2km / 1.2mi
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
Religious museum, art museum, history museum in Louisiana, US
2km / 1.2mi
Lee Circle
Lee Circle
Traffic circle in New Orleans, Louisiana named after Confederate General, Robert E. Lee
230m / 250yd
Southern Food and Beverage Museum
Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
0.9km / 0.55mi
1850 House
Museum in Louisiana, United States
1.8km / 1.2mi
Hermann–Grima House
Hermann–Grima House
Historic house in Louisiana, United States
1.6km / 1mi
Mardi Gras World
Mardi Gras World
Tourist attraction in New Orleans, Louisiana
1.1km / 0.68mi
Woldenberg Park
Woldenberg Park
Park in New Orleans, Louisiana, US
1km / 0.64mi
Annunciation Square
Park in the United States of America
1km / 0.6mi
Coliseum Square
Park in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
0.6km / 0.39mi
Café du Monde
Café du Monde
New Orleans café, famous for its beignets
1.8km / 1.1mi
Steamboat Natchez
Steamboat Natchez
The seventh steamboat of that name, built in 1869
1.5km / 0.96mi
Pontalba Buildings
Pontalba Buildings
Architectural ensemble in Louisiana, United States of America
1.8km / 1.1mi
Pontalba Buildings
Pontalba Buildings
Architectural ensemble in Louisiana, United States of America
1.7km / 1mi
Riverfront Streetcar Line
Riverfront Streetcar Line
Transit line in New Orleans, Louisiana
1km / 0.61mi
Franklin Monument
Franklin Monument
Park in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
0.6km / 0.39mi
Riverfront Streetcar Line
Riverfront Streetcar Line
Transit line in New Orleans, Louisiana
1km / 0.6mi
Clay Monument
Clay Monument
Park in the United States of America
0.6km / 0.39mi
McDonogh Monument
McDonogh Monument
Park in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
0.6km / 0.4mi
Karnofsky Tailor Shop–House
Karnofsky Tailor Shop–House
Destroyed historic building in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.1km / 0.66mi
Saint Marys Assumption Church
Saint Marys Assumption Church
Church building in New Orleans, United States of America
1.5km / 0.94mi
Equestrian statue of Joan of Arc
Equestrian statue of Joan of Arc
Statue by Emmanuel Frémiet in Paris, France
2km / 1.3mi
Touro Synagogue (New Orleans)
Touro Synagogue (New Orleans)
Reform synagogue in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
3.4km / 2.1mi
New Orleans Mint
New Orleans Mint
Mint
2.4km / 1.5mi
Congo Square
Congo Square
Square in New Orleans, Louisiana USA
2.1km / 1.3mi
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
U.S. National Historical Park
2.4km / 1.5mi
New Orleans Jazz Museum
New Orleans Jazz Museum
Music museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
2.4km / 1.5mi

What to do in New Orleans and near The Higgins Hotel New Orleans (Curio Collection by Hilton)

French Quarter
French Quarter
Neighborhood of and historic district in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.9km / 1.2mi
Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson
Artwork by Clark Mills
1.8km / 1.1mi
Anshe Sfard
Anshe Sfard
Synagogue in the Garden District neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana
1.5km / 0.91mi
Jackson Square
Jackson Square
Historic park in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.7km / 1.1mi
Bourbon Street
Bourbon Street
Historic street in the French Quarter of New Orleans
1.9km / 1.2mi
National World War II Museum
National World War II Museum
Military history museum and non-profit organization in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
30m / 30yd
St. Louis Cathedral
St. Louis Cathedral
Cathedral in New Orleans, USA
1.8km / 1.1mi
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
180m / 200yd
Saint Louis Cemetery
Cemetery in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, consisting of three discontiguous parcels
1.8km / 1.1mi
Saenger Theatre
Saenger Theatre
Theater and movie theater in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.5km / 0.94mi
The Cabildo
The Cabildo
Historic building in New Orleans, Louisiana
1.7km / 1.1mi
Lafayette Square
Lafayette Square
Park in New Orleans, Louisiana
0.6km / 0.35mi
Confederate Memorial Hall
Confederate Memorial Hall
War museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
180m / 190yd
Confederate Memorial Hall;Confederate Memorial Hall Museum
Confederate Memorial Hall;Confederate Memorial Hall Museum
War museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
170m / 190yd
The Presbytere
The Presbytere
Historic building in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
1.8km / 1.1mi
Louis Armstrong Park
Louis Armstrong Park
Park in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
2km / 1.2mi
Audubon Insectarium
Audubon Insectarium
Insectarium in Louisiana, United States
1.2km / 0.72mi
Aquarium of the Americas
Aquarium of the Americas
Zoo aquarium in New Orleans, USA
1km / 0.65mi
Madame John's Legacy
Madame John's Legacy
Historic house museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
2km / 1.2mi
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
Religious museum, art museum, history museum in Louisiana, US
2km / 1.2mi
Lee Circle
Lee Circle
Traffic circle in New Orleans, Louisiana named after Confederate General, Robert E. Lee
230m / 250yd
Southern Food and Beverage Museum
Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
0.9km / 0.55mi
1850 House
Museum in Louisiana, United States
1.8km / 1.2mi
Hermann–Grima House
Hermann–Grima House
Historic house in Louisiana, United States
1.6km / 1mi
Mardi Gras World
Mardi Gras World
Tourist attraction in New Orleans, Louisiana
1.1km / 0.68mi
Woldenberg Park
Woldenberg Park
Park in New Orleans, Louisiana, US
1km / 0.64mi
Annunciation Square
Park in the United States of America
1km / 0.6mi
Coliseum Square
Park in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
0.6km / 0.39mi
Café du Monde
Café du Monde
New Orleans café, famous for its beignets
1.8km / 1.1mi
Steamboat Natchez
Steamboat Natchez
The seventh steamboat of that name, built in 1869
1.5km / 0.96mi

About New Orleans

New Orleans offers a rich tapestry of culture, history, and entertainment. One of the most notable areas to explore is the French Quarter, renowned for its vibrant architecture, historic sites, and lively atmosphere. Walking through its streets allows visitors to appreciate the unique blend of Spanish, French, and Creole influences.

Another key attraction is Jackson Square, a historic park surrounded by significant landmarks like St. Louis Cathedral and the Cabildo. The square often hosts local artists and musicians, providing a glimpse into the city's artistic spirit. Nearby, the French Market offers a range of local food, crafts, and souvenirs, making it a great place to experience local flavors and culture.

For those interested in history, a visit to the National WWII Museum is essential. This comprehensive museum provides insights into the American experience during the war through immersive exhibits and personal stories. Additionally, the Garden District showcases stunning antebellum mansions and lush gardens, offering a serene contrast to the bustling city.

Music is an integral part of New Orleans' identity, and a visit to a jazz club on Frenchmen Street is a must for experiencing the city's renowned live music scene. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, held annually, also celebrates the city's musical legacy and cultural heritage.

Culinary experiences are central to New Orleans, with its famous dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and beignets. Exploring local restaurants and cafes can provide a taste of the city's diverse culinary landscape. Additionally, a steamboat cruise on the Mississippi River can offer a unique perspective of the city while enjoying traditional music and dining.

Lastly, engaging with the local traditions, such as Mardi Gras celebrations or visiting a voodoo shop, can deepen your understanding of the city's unique cultural practices. In summary, New Orleans invites exploration through its neighborhoods, history, music, and cuisine, making it a distinctive destination worth experiencing.




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