International House (www.ihhotel.com) is the premier boutique hotel in the heart of America?s most European city. Gorgeously idiosyncratic, it has been anointed with an opulent redesign by LM Pagano, whose private clients include Johnny Depp and Nicolas Cage. She created a forward-looking sanctuary by matching lustrous, jewel-tone furnishings and seductively compelling accents that embrace the city?s European, African and Caribbean heritage. In addition to our Zagat award winning candlelit bar loa, enjoy the enticing Basque-influenced restaurant Rambla, by acclaimed restaurateur Kenneth LaCour. The ensemble of great bar, restaurant and hotel has made us a local institution, a signature of sorts, for which the most admired boutique hotels are known. New Orleans? only locally owned, 4-star, full service boutique hotel, we are only 2 blocks from the French Quarter and within walking distance to all of New Orleans? Downtown and Riverfront attractions as well as world class shopping, dining and museums. Our 113 guest rooms and 4 suites offer remarkably pleasant, soothing spaces in which to relax, sleep, and work. Each deluxe room is outfitted with spa-like bathrooms, Aveda bath amenities, abundant natural light, stereo alarm clocks, ceiling fans, complimentary wireless internet access and free local calls. We are a 100% smoke free establishment. International House?s Conference Center in Entrepreneurs? Row boasts historic cast-iron architecture that belies its cutting-edge technology. It features complimentary high speed wireless internet access as well as the most advanced audiovisual equipment available for today?s meeting needs. Perhaps a final reason to choose International House is our investment in the local region. We reach out to the entire community: from artisans to entrepreneurs; from vendors to owners; from compelling causes to public service?we provide a guest experience like no other
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Location. The International House is located in New Orleans, La. two blocks from the French Quarter and Bourbon Street. This property stands within one mile of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the Riverwalk, Harrah's Casino and Jackson Square. Hotel Features. Alive with the energy of contemporary New Orleans, the lobby displays 23-foot high ceilings, ornate pilasters and intimate groupings of furniture handcrafted by local artisans. The lobby's handmade chandeliers, a candle-lit bar, and inviting mosaic-designed elevator cabs exude a welcoming and artistic environment. The International House is home to the mood-evoking Loa bar, named after the voodoo term for divine spirit. Opened in 2008, Rambla restaurant serves French- and Spanish-inspired cuisine presented via tapas and entrée menus. The hotel's locally inspired, artistic themes extend to the complimentary, 24-hour fitness room, where art students' faces were used as molds for glass, wall-mounted images seemingly supported by weight-training cables. The fitness room contains cardiovascular equipment, weight-training machines, exercise balls, a punching bag, free weights, and yoga available for in-room use. Guestrooms. The 12-story International Hotel offers 117 individually configured, contemporary smoke-free guestrooms. Décor incorporates shades of taupe, tan and white. Original black-and-white photographs of New Orleans jazz greats bedeck the walls. Local touches include fresh Louisiana wildflowers, packaged bags of nuts, chocolates and jellybeans, and distressed armoires crafted by New Orleans artisans. Subdued-tone, striped coverlets and draperies were also designed and made locally. Beds are draped with 800-thread-count linens. Bathrooms include glass-blown soap dishes, Aveda toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. Select rooms feature CD players stocked with local artists' CDs. Suites feature flat-panel televisions and room service. Expert Tip. Seven times a year, the lobby of the International House is transformed in observance of New Orleans holidays, including All Souls Day, Mardi Gras, Summer Dress and St. John's Day.
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Location. Two blocks from the French Quarter and Bourbon Street is the International House in New Orleans, La. The hotel is located within one mile of the Morial Convention Center, Riverwalk, Harrah's Casino and Jackson Square. Hotel Features. Alive with the energy of contemporary New Orleans, the lobby displays 23 feet high ceilings, ornate pilasters and intimate groupings of furniture handcrafted by local artisans. With handmade chandeliers, a candlelight only bar and inviting elevator cabs, the lobby exudes welcoming warmth. The International House is home to Loa, a candlelit bar named after the voodoo word for "divine spirit." Over 10,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space are available, along with event catering, complimentary wireless Internet access and business services on site. The hotel provides discounted access to a nearby fitness center. Guestrooms. The 119 smoke free, high ceiling guestrooms, decorated in simple white and beige tones, celebrate contemporary New Orleans style, with original black and white photographs of jazz greats. Fresh Louisiana wildflowers and abundant natural light grace each room. Amenities include spa like bathrooms, designer toiletries, cable television, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibars, bathrobes and turndown service. Expert Tip. Seven times a year, the lobby of the International House is transformed in observance of New Orleans customs, including All Souls Day, Mardi Gras, Summer Dress and St. John's Day.
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