Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Canal Street

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Lobby sitting area
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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334 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70112
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Caesars Superdome
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Caesars New Orleans Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Mobil, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

New Orleans

At Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Canal Street and Bourbon Street. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business amenities include a meeting room and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this New Orleans Central Business District hotel include Caesars Superdome and Caesars New Orleans Casino.

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bourbon Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Caesars Superdome - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Smoothie King Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Carondelet at Gravier Stop - 4 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 12 min walk
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Holiday Inn Streetcar Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Monkey Board - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Original Italian Pie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Copper Vine Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Canal Street
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This New Orleans hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1999
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG offers 129 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This New Orleans hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 34.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

O'Keefe Hotel
O'Keefe Hotel Plaza
O'Keefe Plaza
O'Keefe Plaza Hotel
O'Keefe Plaza Hotel New Orleans
O'Keefe Plaza New Orleans
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown Hotel
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown
o Keefe Plaza Hotel
Hotel o Keefe Plaza

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$161.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 34.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, guests love the free continental breakfast here! Available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 554 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like having to pay the parking fee, but everything else’s was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert, La Puente

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They could have more of a variety food in their continental breakfast. It was the same stuff for several days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmyne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bernitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel. Good location. Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomeko

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Johanna

Front desk friendly, hotel average housekeeping very loud every morning yelling every morning
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lona

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lorenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Sandusky

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

barry

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor room condition badly ripped chair. Hair dryer caked with dirt. Staff rude and unhelpful. Given poor room because we used expedia
Computer chair only chair in room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy, Big Bear City

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property met all of our expectations. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful very convenient location to the bourbon street and to shopping
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juliette

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unsatisfied customer

I was charged for 2 rooms that I asked hotels.com to cancel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice clean place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dr. Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Nice people. Good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE Q

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and close to Bourbon Street and Canal
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polaris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A most excellent stay

Chose this hotel because of competitive pricing and amenities when compared to the boutique hotels in the French Quarter. Hotel is a short walk from French Quarter, close to restaurants and bars, and close to grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean, staff was so friendly, breakfast was great! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Change the bathroom door

Everything was great except for the bathroom. The siding door is not a good fit for the room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025