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Welcome to the LeRichelieu!
The front of the
LeRichelieu invites a traditional New Orleans stay.
On the edge of town, in a Southern city
of grace and charm, sits a boutique hotel that defines old New Orleans
tradition.
The red brick exterior supported by proud white columns inspire imagination
andinvites inspection. Inside is the type of hospitality that brings
people back to this city time and time again. The Le Richelieu hotel
is old New Orleans in the heart of New Orleans.
Located on peaceful Chartres Street, isolated from the frenzy of the
Quarter but close enough to be there in a few steps, it's a hidden gem
that, upon discovery, brings the same satisfaction as finding a great
out-of-the-way restaurant. It's on the far east side of the Quarter,
two streets over from the French Market.
The Le Richelieu is one of two main types of hotels in New Orleans:
Classic in look and design that brings on thoughts of the city's colorful
past (the other primary hotel types are the large, modern chains, like
the upscale Westin on the river's edge).
Come on in: The Le Richelieu is an inviting hotel with a classic lobby.
Le Richelieu's checkered-board lobby floor, intimate elevator, large
room keys that must be turned into the desk each time guests exit the
hotel and a staff that smiles whenever they see the guests make it seem
as if the turn of the 20th Century never occurred. These types of hotels
are packed throughout the Quarter like ice in a Hurricane.
The Le Richelieu is one of the finest examples and, at room rates from
just $85-170, it's also one of the city's best bargains.
The rooms range from singles to suites and no two are identical. Some
have kitchens with full-size refrigerators, others have doors that step
out to a large, wooden balcony and one has a beautiful canopy bed (the
Honeymoon Suite). All have free local phone calls (dial-up Internet)
and, for those with rental cars, free parking. Beds are big and soft
and the bathroom has large towels.
Outside, Le Richelieu has a pool surrounded by a courtyard patio, making
it an ideal place to escape the ruckus of Bourbon Street just a few
blocks away. It's part of the Terrace Cafe, an excellent restaurant
with modest prices (many selections are under $10, including the omelet
which was a PubClub breakfast favorite). Sunday brunches are quite popular
with locals in the know.
While everyone is a celebrity at the Le Richelieu, it has hosted quite
a few big names. Jimmy Buffett stayed here, perhaps in part because
he could stumble over to his Margaritaville Cafe in less than a minute.
Paul McCartney practically moved into the place and now has a large
suite named in his honor ($225 a night; higher in peak seasons).
Le Richelieu, 1234 Chartres St.
86 rooms, 17 suites. Room rates $85-170. Suites: $200-475.
(504) 529-2492. Fax: (504) 524-8179. Reservations: (800) 535-9653
Web site: www.LeRichelieuHotel.com
One of the Le Richelieu's
suites, a balcony view and the pool patio.
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