NOPSI New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
317 Baronne Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112
Original Property Opened in 1927
Historic Hotels of America member since 2016
One of the city’s newest hotels, the NOPSI Hotel New Orleans, is a reflection of the lively culture found just outside its doors, from live entertainment at the regionally inspired Public Service restaurant to the grand lobby, which serves as a music stage. Borrowing from the building’s rich past in the 1920s as the headquarters of the former New Orleans Public Service, Inc., this historic New Orleans hotel has been meticulously restored to its former glory.
Discover
- Discover the luxury of the NOPSI New Orleans, which is located in the historic headquarters of the former New Orleans Public Service, Inc. (NOPSI). This nine-story brick building is located in the Central Business District of New Orleans, which affords easy access to all city attractions.
- Marvel at the stunningly restored grand lobby, which features a dramatic 21-foot-high vaulted ceiling, graceful arches, ornamental columns, wood paneling, brass grills, and terrazzo flooring. Take a look at one of the original stone-top counters where customers used to pay their bills.
- Discover the stylish accommodations of the NOPSI New Orleans, which feature refined furnishings in addition to the largest, most luxurious showers in the city. Take advantage of spectacular city views and private rooftop terraces by staying in a suite located on the rooftop of this historic hotel.
Explore
- Explore the culture of the Big Easy in the French Quarter and on Bourbon Street. Famous for its New Orleans history, eclectic architecture, jazz clubs, and Cajun and Creole food, the French Quarter is a colorful neighborhood where anything goes.
- Explore the Garden District of New Orleans, which is known for its stately homes and lavish gardens, making it one of the city’s most breathtaking neighborhoods. Its charming environs include Magazine Street, which is known for its dynamic arts scene and collection of antiques and collectibles.
- Tour The National WWII Museum, a must-see for history lovers that has recently been ranked in the top three museums in the country. Housed in five buildings, the museum includes artifacts from those who lived through the war, as well as films, lectures, and interactive experiences.
Experience
- Feel the music and listen to brass bands play on the street corners of New Orleans, the “Birthplace of Jazz,” and head to the historic Preservation Hall for nightly concerts that harken back to when this jazz hall opened in 1961.
- Shop for a variety of souvenirs and enjoy a snack from one of the many food stands at the French Market, the most historic open-air market in the country, operating since 1791.
- Ride an airboat through southern Louisiana’s picturesque swamps and learn about ecology, wildlife, and the Cajun way of life.
Taste
- Taste the beignets, fried French doughnuts covered in a dusting of powdered sugar, and a chicory coffee at the iconic Café Du Monde, the place for authentic New Orleans cuisine at the French Market.
- Savor the flavors of Galatoire’s Restaurant and enjoy an array of French-Creole dishes served by wait staff in dinner jackets. Locals and tourists alike frequent this Bourbon Street institution for a classic New Orleans experience.
- Enjoy the flavors of one of the world’s best éclairs at the renowned Croissant D’Or Patisserie in the French Quarter. Children and adults alike will be amazed by the creativity behind the pastries that this sweet shop has to offer.
FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS
Featured Offers
Book the Best Available Rate at this property on HistoricHotels.org and receive a complimentary one-year family membership (a $30 value) to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Reconnect, recharge and fall in love with the charm of NOPSI. Luxurious accommodations in a Suite-Breakfast in bed for two-Champagne & Chocolate covered strawberries upon arrival-Dinner credit of $140 at Public Service.
