More than I expected
I recently stayed at this hotel during the Essence Festival of 2009.. (July 2 thru 5). This was not my first choice, but due to the late reservations, it was the closest hotel to the French Quarters that wasn't booked or a fortune. When I came to the hotel, the rooms were on the outside which I hate!!!! But, once I got into my room, it was very roomy and very clean. The staff was really friendly. They have a shuttle bus that runs every 15-20 minutes and takes you back and forth to the ferry so that you can get to the French Quarters.. No cost for neither.. It was perfect!!!!! The breakfast was absolutely wonderful.. Hot bacon, sausage, french toast, eggs, grits, biscuits and gravy.. It was fantastic.. They also have a restaurant that stays open until 11:00 PM. It serves alcohol and has specials every night.. I thought that this was going to be a rough and horrible hotel.. But, to my surprise - it was fantastic!!!!! I am very glad that I lucked up on this place.. I plan on visiting and staying at the Clarion inn.. The shuttle bus, free parking, friendly staff, cleanliness, breakfast and club/restaurant was wonderful!!!!!!