
The Eliza Jane
Best for travelers who want a smaller, intimate hotel with historic character and a courtyard-driven social scene.
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The Eliza Jane is a boutique, design-forward hotel in restored 19th‑century warehouse buildings, best for travelers who want a smaller, characterful stay near the French Quarter. Loews New Orleans Hotel is an upscale, full‑service downtown property in the CBD near the riverfront, aimed at guests who prefer big‑hotel conveniences and event facilities.
Updated · about 0.3 km apart

Best for travelers who want a smaller, intimate hotel with historic character and a courtyard-driven social scene.

Best for travelers who want a large, full-service downtown hotel with convention space, an indoor pool, and on-site business facilities.
When The Eliza Jane wins: choose The Eliza Jane if you prefer a smaller, design-led hotel with a historic setting, on-site French‑Louisiana dining at Couvant, and a leafy interior courtyard close to the French Quarter.
When Loews New Orleans Hotel wins: pick Loews when you need convention or meeting space, an indoor pool and fitness facilities, or a centrally located, larger property with concierge and extensive business services.
Bottom line: both sit in the CBD within easy walking distance of Canal Street and the riverfront; The Eliza Jane is the boutique, characterful option, while Loews is the practical upscale full‑service choice.
| Category | The Eliza Jane | Loews New Orleans Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Intimate, design-forward boutique in restored warehouses | Upscale, practical full-service downtown hotel |
| Location | 315 Magazine St; a few blocks from the French Quarter and Canal Street | 300 Poydras St; steps from Caesars New Orleans Casino and Canal Street |
| Size (rooms) | 196 guestrooms | 285 guestrooms |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcome; up to 3 children 17 and under stay free in parent's room; 21+ to check in | All ages welcome; 21+ minimum to check in (property notes minimum age 21 for check-in) |
| Pools | No on-site pool or hot tub | Indoor pool (listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | Couvant (French‑Louisiana brasserie) and The Press Room lobby bar | On-site restaurant and bar/lounge (full breakfasts available for a fee) |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa; 24-hour fitness center with Peloton and Precor | Fitness facilities and health/beauty spa listed nearby; hair salon on site |
| Meeting & event space | About 1,729–1,800 sq ft across several boutique venues including The Holbrook and Courtyard | Approximately 17,000 sq ft of conference and meeting space (ballroom and meeting rooms) |
| Parking | Valet parking only (surcharge) | Covered parking and valet (surcharge listed) |
| Nearby highlights | Short walk to Canal Place, Audubon Aquarium, National WWII Museum, Bourbon Street | Steps from Caesars New Orleans Casino, Canal Street, Riverwalk and convention center |
The Eliza Jane sits at 315 Magazine Street in the Central Business District, a few blocks from the French Quarter and within easy walking distance of Canal Street.
Choose The Eliza Jane for a slightly more tucked‑in, historic‑building feel just off the French Quarter.
Loews is at 300 Poydras Street in downtown New Orleans, immediately adjacent to Canal Street and a short walk to riverfront attractions and casinos.
Choose Loews for the most centralized CBD location with quick access to the riverfront and convention facilities.
The Eliza Jane has a smaller, boutique room lineup with several suite types and design touches reflecting the building’s history.
If you want character and a variety of suite layouts in a smaller property, The Eliza Jane fits that profile.
Loews offers a large range of room types (285 guestrooms) including city- and river-view deluxe, luxury, premium, and suite categories.
Loews is better when you want a broad selection of room types and views with big‑hotel service levels.
The Eliza Jane centers its food and drink around Couvant, a French‑Louisiana brasserie, and The Press Room lobby bar.
The Eliza Jane focuses on a curated, locally flavored dining program in a historic setting.
Loews operates an on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge serving full breakfasts (for a fee) and standard hotel dining options.
Loews provides the convenience of full‑service hotel dining and grab‑and‑go options suitable for business travelers and event attendees.
The Eliza Jane does not have an on‑site pool; its courtyard is the hotel’s signature public space.
Expect courtyard atmosphere rather than pool facilities at The Eliza Jane.
Loews lists an indoor pool among its recreation offerings, along with fitness facilities.
If an on‑site pool matters, Loews provides that indoor option.
The Eliza Jane provides a well‑equipped 24‑hour fitness center and on‑site bars for evening drinks, but no spa.
Good fitness options and a quiet evening bar make The Eliza Jane solid for guests who prioritize design and local dining over spa services.
Loews has a fitness center and lists health/beauty spa services available nearby, plus an on‑site hair salon.
Loews covers more wellness bases on property and is set up for guests who want salon or spa‑adjacent services without leaving downtown.

The Eliza Jane: historic warehouse architecture, interior courtyard, and design-led rooms.

Loews New Orleans Hotel: large conference footprint and ballroom space (about 17,000 sq ft).

Loews New Orleans Hotel: indoor pool available for guests.

The Eliza Jane: Couvant and The Press Room offer focused French‑Louisiana dining and a cozy bar setting.
Both are in the Central Business District near Canal Street; The Eliza Jane is a few blocks from the French Quarter while Loews is steps from Canal Street and the riverfront.
The Eliza Jane does not have an on‑site pool or hot tub. Loews New Orleans Hotel lists one indoor pool.
Loews is the better choice for business or convention travelers because it has extensive meeting and ballroom space and full business‑center services.
Yes. Both properties accept guests of all ages; The Eliza Jane explicitly allows up to three children 17 and under to stay free using existing bedding.
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