Top things to do near The Eliza Jane
The Eliza Jane sits at 315 Magazine St in New Orleans’ Central Business District a few blocks from the French Quarter, making walking to Bourbon Street, Canal Street, and many museums easy. Top things to do nearby include visiting the National WWII Museum, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, shopping at Canal Place, and trying French‑Louisiana food at the hotel's Couvant or drinks in The Press Room.
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Walk the French Quarter and Magazine Street
The Eliza Jane is at the crossroads of the French Quarter, the Central Business District, and the Arts District, so historic French Quarter streets and Bourbon Street are just a few short blocks away.
Stroll from the hotel to Canal Street, Decatur Street and Lafayette Square for shops, cafés, street musicians, and local architecture; these are all within easy walking distance.
- Canal Street — about a 1-minute walk from the hotel
- Decatur Street — about a 1-minute walk
- Lafayette Square — roughly a 5-minute walk
| Place | How close |
|---|---|
| Canal Place (shopping) | About 5 minutes on foot |
| Bourbon Street / French Quarter | A few short blocks |
| Lafayette Square Park | Around 5 minutes on foot |
National WWII Museum and nearby museums
The National WWII Museum is within easy walking distance from The Eliza Jane—listed at roughly a 5-minute walk—making it the most common museum stop for guests staying downtown.
Other small, nearby museums and cultural stops include the New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum (a short drive) and the Audubon Insectarium, which is also close by.
- National WWII Museum — about a 5-minute walk
- New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum — short drive from the hotel
- Audubon Insectarium — within a few minutes on foot
| Attraction | Note |
|---|---|
| National WWII Museum | Walking distance (about 5 minutes) |
| Audubon Aquarium of the Americas / Insectarium | Within a short walk |
| New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum | Short drive |
Waterfront, Riverwalk and Harrah’s Casino
The Mississippi Riverfront attractions and shopping at the Riverwalk/Outlet Collection are nearby for riverside walks and casual shopping.
If you’re looking for evening entertainment, Harrah’s Casino is within about a 10-minute walk of the hotel.
- Outlet Collection at the Riverwalk — riverside shopping
- Harrah’s Casino New Orleans — roughly a 10-minute walk for gaming and evening shows
- Canal Place — upscale shopping around a 5-minute walk
| Activity | Typical travel time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Riverwalk / Outlet Collection | Short walk |
| Harrah’s Casino | About 10 minutes on foot |
| Canal Place | About 5 minutes on foot |
Eat and drink at The Eliza Jane: Couvant and The Press Room
Couvant is the hotel's French‑Louisiana brasserie, serving breakfast, lunch/brunch and dinner with hours published by the property. Reservations are accepted and encouraged for dinner and brunch service.
The Press Room is the lobby’s library-inspired bar offering coffee, cocktails, happy hour drinks and small snacks; it’s a convenient option before or after exploring the neighborhood.
- Couvant: Breakfast daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM; Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 AM–2:30 PM; Brunch Fri–Sun 11:30 AM–2:30 PM; Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
- The Press Room: Open daily 2:00 PM–12:00 AM; happy hour daily 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
- Couvant has a Private Dining room with courtyard access (smaller groups)
| Venue | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Couvant (restaurant) | Breakfast 7–11 AM; other hours vary (see hotel for details) |
| The Press Room (lobby bar) | Daily 2 PM–12 AM; happy hour 5–7 PM |
| Couvant Private Dining | Private bookings; smaller capacity |
Courtyard, events and wedding spaces
The Eliza Jane’s open-air interior Courtyard links the historic warehouse buildings and is used for lounging and private events; the property lists capacities and room configurations for ceremonies and receptions.
Holbrook is the hotel’s larger event room with natural light and exposed brick; it can accommodate larger gatherings up to the capacities listed by the hotel and third-party event sites.
- The Courtyard — open-air courtyard suitable for cocktail hours and small receptions
- Holbrook — naturally lit meeting/event room that can host larger events (hotel lists max capacities)
- The Press Room / Library Lounge and Couvant Private Dining offer additional event options
| Venue | Use / capacity notes |
|---|---|
| Holbrook | Larger meetings and receptions; hotel/third-party listings show capacities up to about 150 |
| The Courtyard | Open-air courtyard used for cocktails and small receptions |
| The Press Room / Couvant Private Dining | Smaller private events and dining |
Practical tips: getting around, hotel facilities and room types
The hotel’s address is 315 Magazine St. The Eliza Jane offers valet parking only; the property’s published information notes no self-parking on site. There is free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel and a 24-hour fitness center with Precor machines, a Peloton and free weights.
The Eliza Jane is family-welcoming (up to three children 17 and under stay free in a parent or guardian’s room) and pet-friendly for dogs (two pets max per room, 40-lb limit, $150 non-refundable cleaning fee). Room types include names such as Deluxe Room, Corner Room, Editor's Suite and Publisher's Suite; check the hotel for exact bedding and room details.
- Check-in: 4:00 pm; Check-out: 11:00 am
- Valet parking only (hotel lists a valet rate on third-party sites)
- No on-site pool or spa; a 24-hour fitness center is available
- Free Wi‑Fi and a lobby ATM are available
| Policy / Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4:00 pm; check-out 11:00 am |
| Pets | Dogs only; up to 2 per room; 40-lb limit; $150 non-refundable cleaning fee |
| Rooms | Examples: Deluxe Room, Corner Room, Editor's Suite, Publisher's Suite |
