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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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Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown, an IHG Hotel, is conveniently near Canal Street. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, helpful staff, and a prime location. Amenities include free in-room WiFi, a fitness center, and a refreshing outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Extra Floor Space) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Accessible Tub) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
334 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70112

What's nearby

  • Canal Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bourbon Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Caesars Superdome - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saenger Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Canal Street
A short walk from Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King Center, Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. In addition to a business center and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A TV in the lobby, a computer station, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 129 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and fitness facility with adult supervision
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

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 34.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG located?

Located in New Orleans Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Immaculate Conception Church and Canal Street. Bourbon Street and Caesars Superdome are also within 15 minutes. Carondelet at Gravier Stop and Poydras Street Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

LESLIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Alise was great at check in very patient and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The rooms was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

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

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast,short walk to Bourbon Street
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect ! Your staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic breakfast, staff was very professional, room was cleaned each day and beds were made, close to Bourbon Street and French Quarter, check in and check out process was smooth.
Stayed 3 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

GEORGE Q

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

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Liked: Staff & service
Okay facility
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

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

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a good way to start the day. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Clean rooms. Affordable. Exactly what you need when you’re in Nola
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Isabel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing por my room was not clean the last day of my stay
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
need chairs in room to sit on, bed was very hard to sleep on. thanks otherwise very nice will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

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

10/10 Excellent

Janecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and nice and staff was very nice highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yasser

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel location was nice it’s walking distance to lots of places. Breakfast had great options. Room faced the main road so I could hear traffic all night. Also bathroom door is on roller so trying to close it and keep it closed was tricky. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, some wear to the room. Office chair was in bad shape. Breakfast food was good, just not warm, no jelly for toast and space was too small for size of hotel. Staff were nice, air conditioning was good and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, and the staff was very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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