- 🚗 Terminal parking: ~$20/day at Julia Street — a 7-night sailing adds up to ~$140
- 🎨 Best park-and-cruise area: Warehouse District or CBD hotels — walking distance to the terminal, great arts and dining scene
- 🏨 Budget alternative: I-10 West Bank corridor hotels — cheaper parking, 20 min to the port, but you trade NOLA atmosphere for convenience
- 🎷 Night before: Frenchmen Street for live jazz (far better than Bourbon Street), dinner in the French Quarter, beignets at Café Du Monde at midnight
- 🚋 Getting around: St. Charles streetcar; French Quarter is walkable; rideshare throughout the city; Julia Street Terminal is very central
Editor's Picks – Port of New Orleans, Louisiana
Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center
📍 1201 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA, 70130
The Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center offers a comfortable stay with parking facilities for guests. Located near the convention center, its convenient for business travelers and visitors exploring attractions like the National WWII Museum and the French Quarter. While not directly cruise-related, it serves as a practical choice for cruise passengers exploring New Orleans before or after their voyages. The hotel features comfortable accommodations, complimentary breakfast, and easy access to the citys hotspots.
Holiday Inn Downtown Superdome
📍 330 Loyola Ave New Orleans LA 70112
The Holiday Inn Downtown Superdome offers a comfortable stay with parking facilities for guests. Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, its perfect for exploring attractions like the Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and the French Quarter. While not directly cruise-related, its a popular choice for cruise passengers exploring the city before or after their voyages. The hotel features comfortable accommodations, an outdoor pool, and on-site restaurant, making it an ideal for experiencing New Orleans.
Holiday Inn New Orleans Airport North
📍 1300 Veterans Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062
The Holiday Inn New Orleans Airport North is a convenient choice for travelers flying in and out of Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. The hotel offers ample parking and a free airport shuttle service. Guests can enjoy comfortable rooms, an outdoor pool, and an on-site restaurant. Its also close to popular New Orleans attractions like the French Quarter and offers easy access to cruise terminals, making it a convenient choice for both pre-cruise and post-cruise stays.
Holiday Inn New Orleans West Bank Tower
📍 275 Whitney Ave Gretna LA 70053
The Holiday Inn New Orleans West Bank Tower provides a comfortable stay with parking for guests. Located on the west bank of the Mississippi River, it offers convenient access to downtown New Orleans, the French Quarter, and attractions like the National WWII Museum. While not directly cruise-related, its a practical option for cruise passengers exploring the city before or after their voyages. The hotel features modern amenities, an outdoor pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Wyndham New Orleans French Quarter
📍 124 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70130
The Wyndham New Orleans French Quarter offers a comfortable stay with parking facilities for guests. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, its perfect for exploring New Orleans iconic attractions like Bourbon Street and Jackson Square. While not directly cruise-related, its a popular choice for cruise passengers exploring the city before or after their voyages. The hotel features modern amenities, an outdoor pool, and on-site dining.