“With a quiet, relaxing location close to Louis Armstrong International Airport and downtown New Orleans, yet convenient to some of the most important corporate headquarters in the state of Louisiana, the DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport will serve as a great gathering place for travelers, businesses and residents alike”. “The DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport is an outstanding addition to our brand portfolio of more than 30 hotel locations serving some of the world’s major gateway airports,” said Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. “The debut of this DoubleTree by Hilton location continues to demonstrate the development potential and flexibility of our brand’s worldwide portfolio of hotels and resorts – which includes many locations in key suburban markets and airport locations of major metropolitan areas.”

The DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport will soon embark on a $3 million renovation project that will lead to an array of product, service and design enhancements throughout this 248-room hotel. Guests already can enjoy complimentary, wireless high-speed Internet access in guestrooms and public areas; MP3-compatible alarm clocks and the luxurious Sweet Dreams by DoubleTree linen package in guestrooms; a comprehensive fitness center, and a seasonal, outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool. River City Creole Grille serves contemporary Creole/Cajun cuisine breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual, sophisticated setting.

For business meetings and social events, the DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport features 12,000 square feet of meeting space that can accommodate up to 450 guests. The hotel also offers complimentary airport shuttle service and self-parking as well as a high-speed internet access and printing in its self-service business center, available for hotel guests 24 hours a day.

“With a quiet, relaxing location close to Louis Armstrong International Airport and downtown New Orleans, yet convenient to some of the most important corporate headquarters in the state of Louisiana, the DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport will serve as a great gathering place for travelers, businesses and residents alike,” said Weylan Rhame, hotel general manager. “Whether your next visit to the Big Easy is for business or pleasure, our friendly and professional staff looks forward to greeting guests with a new look, new brand and legendary Louisiana-style hospitality, all of which begins with a the brand’s legendary warm chocolate chip cookie welcome at check-in.”