
New Orleans Marriott
Best for large groups, conventions, and travelers who want immediate Canal Street / French Quarter access and multiple on-site dining venues.
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New Orleans Marriott is a large, 41-floor convention hotel on Canal Street for travelers who want easy French Quarter access, rooftop pool time, and lots of meeting space. Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a historic 4-star boutique-style Marriott property downtown for guests who prefer a smaller, characterful stay near Lafayette Square.
Updated · about 0.6 km apart

Best for large groups, conventions, and travelers who want immediate Canal Street / French Quarter access and multiple on-site dining venues.

Best for travelers seeking historic downtown character and a smaller, more atmospheric hotel within walking distance of Lafayette Square and the Warehouse/Arts District.
When New Orleans Marriott wins: choose the Marriott if you need big meeting or ballroom capacity, a rooftop pool, multiple on-site restaurants/bars, or a location directly on Canal Street and the streetcar line for fast access to the French Quarter.
When Le Pavillon wins: choose Le Pavillon if you want a historic boutique feel, fewer rooms and a more intimate downtown location near Lafayette Square, or a stay in a property with a long local name recognition.
Bottom line: both hotels are Marriott brands and put you close to downtown New Orleans; pick New Orleans Marriott for scale, convention facilities, and a rooftop pool, and pick Le Pavillon for a smaller, historic hotel experience in a quieter downtown spot.
| Category | New Orleans Marriott | Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, convention-oriented high-rise with modern public spaces | Historic 4-star boutique-style hotel with downtown character |
| Location | On Canal Street at the edge of the French Quarter (555 Canal St) | Downtown, near Lafayette Square (833 Poydras St) |
| Size (guest rooms) | 1,333 rooms | 226 guestrooms |
| Loyalty program / owner | Marriott / Marriott Bonvoy | |
| Pools | Heated outdoor rooftop pool (5th floor) with shallow and deeper areas | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets: 5Fifty5, 55 Fahrenheit, Canal Street Burger Bar, Canal Street Pantry | One on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge; room service during limited hours |
| Spa & wellness | Not published (no confirmed, named full‑service spa on site) | |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive — ~84k sq ft over ~50 rooms; very large ballrooms for conventions/weddings | Conference space ~9,100 sq ft with 7 meeting rooms and a ballroom |
| Family policy | All ages welcome; family-friendly pool areas and rooms | |
| Accessibility & mobility | Wheelchair-accessible path of travel; some entrance stairs on main Canal Street entrance noted | Wheelchair-accessible public washrooms, fitness center, registration desk; accessible path and parking |
New Orleans Marriott sits directly on Canal Street at the edge of the French Quarter.
Pick New Orleans Marriott for the most direct Canal Street / French Quarter access and streetcar boarding outside the hotel.
Le Pavillon is a historic downtown hotel a short walk from Lafayette Square.
Choose Le Pavillon if you want a more intimate downtown location close to Lafayette Square and the Warehouse/Arts District.
New Orleans Marriott offers a large selection of room types across 41 floors.
Reserve at the Marriott for the widest selection of room types and larger-suite options for events or families.
Le Pavillon provides fewer guestrooms with a boutique, historic feel.
Le Pavillon suits travelers who prefer a smaller room inventory and some wellness-themed room choices.
New Orleans Marriott has several on-site restaurants and bars covering casual to full-service options.
The Marriott is better if you want multiple dining venues without leaving the hotel.
Le Pavillon has one restaurant and a bar/lounge, with buffet breakfast available for a fee.
Le Pavillon fits travelers who plan to eat out often or prefer a quieter dining footprint in the hotel.
New Orleans Marriott features a heated outdoor rooftop pool with accessible entrance.
If an on-site rooftop pool is important, the Marriott is the clear choice.
Le Pavillon emphasizes historic character and downtown proximity rather than a prominent pool amenity.
Le Pavillon is preferable for guests who prioritize location and historic ambiance over an on-site pool.
New Orleans Marriott offers 24-hour fitness facilities and is steps from French Quarter nightlife.
The Marriott is good for active travelers who also want immediate access to downtown nightlife.
Le Pavillon provides a 24-hour front desk, fitness center, and proximity to downtown music and museums.
Le Pavillon works well for travelers who expect convenient fitness access and a short walk to downtown cultural spots.

New Orleans Marriott — very large meeting inventory, multiple ballrooms, and group services.

Le Pavillon — smaller, historic hotel close to Lafayette Square and downtown cultural sites.

New Orleans Marriott — heated rooftop pool with shallow and deep areas and pool-bar service.

Le Pavillon — fewer rooms and a more intimate atmosphere than the Canal Street high-rise.
New Orleans Marriott is on Canal Street at the edge of the French Quarter and is a shorter walk to Bourbon Street.
Yes — both hotels participate in the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program (New Orleans Marriott and Le Pavillon, a Tribute Portfolio property).
New Orleans Marriott — it has far larger meeting and ballroom space suited to conventions and large weddings; Le Pavillon has moderate conference space for smaller events.
No — neither property is adults-only, and neither is a beachfront hotel.
Not published — neither supplier listing provides a confirmed, named, full-service spa for the respective properties.
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