The Best Hotels to Book in New Orleans for Mardi Gras - AFAR

"Situated at the corner of Tchoupitoulas and Poydras Streets and a five-minute walk from the French Quarter, this 235-room spot sits directly on major parade routes and hosts ticketed rooftop-terrace events during the biggest Mardi Gras parades (Morpheus, Endymion, Bacchus, and Orpheus). The outdoor terrace above King Brasserie and Bar stages food-and-drink gatherings with swag bags of beads, and the hotel programs seasonal happenings like a Carnival Sip & Shop featuring local vendors (including Lab & Lounge manicures and hair tinsel). Its Peacock Room cocktail bar pours an Instagram-ready “Patron Saint” (Patrón tequila, Nonino Amaro, kumquat, and honeydew in purple, yellow, and green stripes), while pastry chef Lanna Talley offers inventive takes on king cakes at King Brasserie and Gospel Coffee." - Lyndsey Matthews