
The Eliza Jane
Best for travelers who want a small, characterful hotel with a lively on‑site brasserie and a distinctive interior courtyard.
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The Eliza Jane is a compact, 4-star literary‑inspired boutique in converted 19th‑century warehouses near the French Quarter; read this if you want characterful rooms, a courtyard, and on‑site French‑Louisiana dining. The Windsor Court is a refined 5‑star luxury hotel a few blocks closer to the river and Canal Street; read this if you prefer traditional five‑star service, a full spa and a hotel pool.
Updated · about 0.5 km apart

Best for travelers who want a small, characterful hotel with a lively on‑site brasserie and a distinctive interior courtyard.

Best for guests who want a traditional five‑star experience with larger rooms, a full‑service spa, and an outdoor pool.
When The Eliza Jane wins: choose The Eliza Jane if you value historic character, a central Magazine Street location a few blocks from the French Quarter, intimate dining at Couvant, and a boutique feel with a courtyard instead of large‑hotel scale.
When The Windsor Court wins: pick The Windsor Court if you want classic five‑star amenities — more meeting space, a full‑service spa, an outdoor pool, more on‑site bars/lounges, and a larger set of room categories.
Bottom line: both are excellent for upscale travelers near the French Quarter — Eliza Jane for boutique charm and courtyard dining, Windsor Court for traditional five‑star facilities and services.
| Category | The Eliza Jane | The Windsor Court |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Compact, literary‑inspired boutique in converted warehouses with an interior courtyard | Classic refined 5‑star hotel with formal public spaces and traditional luxury service |
| Location | 315 Magazine St, Central Business District, a few blocks from the French Quarter | 300 Gravier St, steps from Canal Street and a short walk to the French Quarter |
| Size (rooms) | 196 guestrooms and suites | 314 guestrooms |
| Family policy / ages | All ages welcome; up to 3 children 17 and under stay free using existing bedding | |
| Pools | No on‑site pool or hot tub | One outdoor pool with poolside bar and cabanas (cabrnas may be surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | Couvant (French‑Louisiana brasserie) and The Press Room (library‑style bar/café) | The Grill Room (American cuisine, garden view), 2 bars/lounges, 24‑hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | No on‑site spa; 24‑hour fitness center with Peloton and modern equipment | Full‑service spa offering massages, plus a fitness center |
| Event & meeting space | About 1,729–1,800 sq ft across multiple intimate venues (Holbrook, Courtyard, Press Room, etc.) | Approximately 10,000 sq ft of conference/banquet space and 10 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Historic newspaper‑office setting, interior courtyard, Couvant restaurant | Traditional five‑star service, proximity to Canal Street/Casino, spa and pool |
| Distance between properties | about 0.5 km to The Windsor Court | |
The Eliza Jane stands on Magazine Street in the Central Business District, a few blocks from the French Quarter.
Choose Eliza Jane for a Magazine Street location with easy walking access to French Quarter sights and arts venues.
The Windsor Court sits closer to Canal Street and the river, putting guests a short walk from Bourbon Street and Canal Place.
Choose Windsor Court if you want to be just off Canal Street with quick riverfront and French Quarter access.
The Eliza Jane has about 196 rooms and suites spread through historic warehouse buildings, many with courtyard or Magazine Street views.
Eliza Jane is for travelers who want characterful, boutique rooms tied to the hotel's historic setting.
The Windsor Court has a larger roster of guestrooms and suites (314 total) with traditional five‑star finishes.
Windsor Court is for guests who prefer roomy, classic five‑star accommodations and a wider selection of suites.
The Eliza Jane centers its food and drink offering on Couvant and The Press Room.
Eliza Jane is a strong pick for guests who want in‑house French‑Louisiana dining in a historic setting.
The Windsor Court features full‑service dining plus multiple bars and 24‑hour room service.
Windsor Court suits travelers who want classic hotel dining options, multiple bars and room service.
The Eliza Jane's signature shared space is its open‑air interior courtyard — there is no on‑site swimming pool.
Pick Eliza Jane if you prefer a historic courtyard setting over a hotel pool.
The Windsor Court offers a traditional outdoor pool area and poolside amenities.
Windsor Court is the choice for travelers who expect an on‑site pool and poolside service.
The Eliza Jane provides a well‑equipped 24‑hour fitness center but no on‑site spa.
Eliza Jane works for active travelers who prioritize fitness and local nightlife over hotel spa services.
The Windsor Court has a full‑service spa plus fitness facilities and multiple on‑site lounges.
Windsor Court is better for guests who want hotel spa treatments and more in‑house evening options.

The Eliza Jane — choose it for historic warehouse rooms, an interior courtyard and intimate dining at Couvant.

The Windsor Court — offers a full‑service spa, outdoor pool and traditional five‑star amenities.

The Windsor Court — about 10,000 sq ft of conference/banquet space and 10 meeting rooms for larger events.

The Eliza Jane — Holbrook and the courtyard provide historic, characterful settings for intimate to mid‑size weddings.
Both are within easy walking distance; Windsor Court is steps from Canal Street and about 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Bourbon Street, while The Eliza Jane is a few blocks from the French Quarter and Bourbon Street.
Choose The Windsor Court for an on‑site pool and a full‑service spa. The Eliza Jane does not have a pool or an on‑site spa.
For large meetings and banquet space, Windsor Court has far more square footage and meeting rooms. For characterful, historic wedding settings in a courtyard or Holbrook room, The Eliza Jane is a strong boutique choice.
No — both hotels welcome guests of all ages, and both list policies allowing children (up to 3 children 17 and under) to stay free using existing bedding.
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