Mardi Gras
How soon should I book a hotel for Mardi Gras 2010?
My birthday is the Tuesday before Mardi Gras weekend so some friends and I have decided to go to Louisiana for Mardi Gras next year.
About when should i book the hotel? Also, any recommendations for which hotel i should stay at. Not trying to stay at the most luxurious hotel but also don’t want to stay at a run down place either.
The first answer is correct and now would not be too soon.
Best is to stay in the French Quarter and use your hotel as a base for exploring Carnival. The Central Business District and the Warehouse District (the Convention Center is in the WD) are also good but not as convenient as staying in the FQ.
Note that rooms on lower floors that face a busy street can be very noisy during MG. The best examples are balcony rooms overlooking Bourbon Street – they are great for partying but not good for sleeping. Request an interior or courtyard room to get less noise.
I recommend against staying in the suburbs. Even if you save a bit on the hotel you will have to drive into the City every day and the room savings will be offset by the cost of paying for parking. ….Not even considering the issue of needing a “designated driver”.
Check the travel sites like Expedia & Orbitz, and check the hotel websites once you narrow your choices. Go to www.frenchquarterhotels.com for some non-chain hotels in the FQ.
Mardi Gras Day in 2010 is February 16th, and the last 5 to 6 days (Thursday to Tuesday) are the height of the season. Most hotels have a multi-night minimum during that time so call the hotel directly (talk to a human) if you have problems booking online.
The weekend of 5,6,7 February will also have parades and won’t be quite as crowded as the weekend of 12,13,14 February.
For more info:
www.mardigras.com
www.mardigrasguide.com
Hope you have a great time!
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