Welcome Essence Fest! The Holiday Inn Express New Orleans French Quarter/Downtown is a premier historic New Orleans hotel located 1 block to Bourbon Street & the French Quarter nightlife and world famous restaurants and Mardi Gras parade routes. Two short blocks to the antique shops and art galleries on Royal Street. The Holiday Inn Express Hotel is within walking distance to the Louisiana Superdome, New Orleans Sports Arena, & Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Hotel features include complimentary deluxe Continental breakfast, complimentary high-speed Internet access, and complimentary local calls! Stay Smart in New Orleans at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel New Orleans French Quarter/Downtown located in the Historic Cotton Exchange Building. This hotel is committed to providing accessible facilities under the American Disabilities Act. If your accessibility needs are not met, please contact the Hotel Manager on Duty. Should you require additional information regarding accessible facilities for guests with disabilities, please call 1-800-Holiday (U.S. and Canada) or contact the hotel directly. For the hearing impaired, TDD service is available at 1-800-238-5544 within the U.S. and Canada.