JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans

The JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans is a 30-story high-rise in the Central Business District with 501 rooms. The building features modern architecture and sits amid the quarter's offices, shops, and entertainment venues, offering direct connections to the neighborhood's main attractions.

The building opened in 1984 as Hotel Meridien, timed with the Louisiana World Exposition held that year. It was later rebranded as the JW Marriott and has continued to serve the city since then.

The hotel reflects the transformation of New Orleans' Central Business District through its architectural design by August Perez & Associates.

The hotel sits in the heart of the business quarter with easy access to restaurants, shops, and transportation links. Its central location makes it simple to reach attractions throughout the district.

During Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the hotel kept power through backup generators when much of the city lost electricity. This fact marks it as a symbol of resilience during one of the city's worst natural disasters.

Location: Louisiana

Inception: 1984

Official opening: 1984

Floors above the ground: 30

GPS coordinates: 29.95270,-90.06870

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:45