About us
2025 Travel & Leisure World's Best Award Nominee, NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans is one of the country’s most exciting luxury lifestyle hotels. The historic headquarters of the former New Orleans Public Service Inc., (NOPSI) has been reinvented as a luxury 216-room hotel called NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans. Located in the city’s vibrant Central Business District on the corner of Baronne and Union streets, the nine-story brick building originally opened in 1927. It reopened as NOPSI Hotel after a meticulous restoration returned each space to its previous splendor, including the building’s street facades, cast iron rails and stone panels. NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans includes some of the most refined accommodations in the city – including 59 suites – a lively and regionally inspired restaurant, 14,000 square feet of architecturally significant indoor and outdoor meeting space and a sophisticated rooftop pool and bar.
Venue Details
ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependentPreferred Hotels & Resorts
Built1927
Renovated2017
Total meeting space10,305 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms216
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Northstar
Awards
Industry awards
2024 Tripadvisor Traveler's Choice Award
2024 Condé Nast Readers' Choice Award
Best of New Orleans, Gambit
Historic Hotels of America
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Nov 16, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
Nov 23, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
10,305 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,000 sq. ft.
Space (private)
5,530 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
2,749 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
7,150 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
350
Seating capacity
250
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
10,305 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,000 sq. ft.
Space (private)
5,530 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
2,749 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
7,150 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
350
Seating capacity
250
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Meeting space
Meeting room floor plans
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
216
Single (1 bed)
157
Double (2 beds)
59
Suites
59
Tax rate
16.75%
Total guest rooms
216
Single (1 bed)
157
Double (2 beds)
59
Suites
59
Tax rate
16.75%
Location
Getting Here
317 Baronne Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans is located in the Central Business District.
Bourbon Street & French Quarter are located just 3 blocks away.
The Morial Convention Center is 10 blocks away. The Mercedes-Benz Superdome is 8 blocks away. The Smoothie King Center is 8 blocks away.
Airports
Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) - 15 miles
New Orleans Lakefront Airport (NOL) - 10.5 miles
There is an airport shuttle service available for $22 each way, and taxi service is $36 each way.
Parking
We are pleased to offer our guests valet parking at NOPSI Hotel.
The standard parking rates are:
0-2 Hours: $15
2-4 Hours: $20
4-8 Hours: $25
8-24 Hours: $47
(rates are subject to change)
Distance from airport
15 mi
Distance from airport 15 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $47.00/day )
Local Attractions
Magazine Street
Shopping
4 mi
One of New Orleans' premier shopping and entertainment districts with a diverse collection of shops and restaurants.
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Warehouse District
Shopping
1 mi
Known as New Orleans' arts district where more than 25 galleries call the district home.
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Garden District
Shopping
2 mi
This idyllic neighborhood filled with pristine gardens and southern charm is a place many celebrities call home. It has a small pocket of shopping and restaurants as well as guided cemetery tours where many a movie has been filmed.
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Audubon Aquarium
Recreation
10 blks
Looming large against the Mississippi River is the extraordinary Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, one of the top museums of its kind in America.
1 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA, US 70130
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Audubon Zoo
Park
6 mi
Audubon Zoo is a New Orleans landmark and a living museum filled with some of the rarest and most beautiful creatures of nature.
6500 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA, US 70118
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Jackson Square
Shopping
9 blks
Jackson Square is a favorite site for visitors and locals. It's a place where local artists paint, draw, create portraits, caricatures, and display their work on the square's iron fence.
700 Decatur Street
New Orleans, LA, US 70116
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New Orleans Museum of Art
Museum
3 mi
The New Orleans Museum of Art known as NOMA is the oldest fine arts institution. Opened with just 9 works of art in 1911, it now houses more than 40,000 pieces of art.
1 Collins Diboll Circle
New Orleans, LA, US 70124
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National World War II Museum
Museum
1 mi
The National World War II Museum is one of the top-rated tourist destinations in New Orleans and is also rated the #3 museum in the country according to TripAdvisor. This museum features exhibits with a wide variety of artifacts and first-person oral histories to take visitors inside the story of the war.
945 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA, US 70130
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Harrah's Casino
Nightlife
8 blks
Harrah's Casino features table games,poker tables, and slot machines and offers card players an endless array of options to try their luck.
8 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA, US 70130
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Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
Convention center
11 blks
The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is newly renovated, has 1.1 million square feet of event space, and is the sixth largest convention center in the country.
900 Convention Center Blvd
New Orleans, LA, US 70130
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Louis Armstrong Airport
Airport
18 mi
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is an international airport under Class B airspace in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is owned by the city of New Orleans and is 11 miles west of downtown New Orleans.
900 AItrline Drive
Kenner, LA, US 70062
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Smoothie King Arena
Recreation
7 blks
Smoothie King Arena is a unique venue that hosts headlining concerts, NBA games, various sporting events, and private receptions.
1501 Dave Dixon Drive
New Orleans, LA, US 70113
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Mercedes Benz Superdome
Recreation
7 blks
The Mercedes-Benz Superdome, often referred to simply as the Superdome, is a domed sports and exhibition venue located in the Central Business District of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.
1500 Sugar Bowl Drive
New Orleans, LA, US 70112
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Bourbon Street
Nightlife
4 blks
Noisy. Raucous. Nocturnal. For many New Orleans visitors, Bourbon Street embodies the life of a party town. The street is lit by neon lights, throbbing with music and decorated by beads and balconies.
Bourbon Street
New Orleans, LA, US 70116
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Preferred vendors
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Albuquerque, multi-city
Show Ready Productions is a leading national event production services provider. AV Chicago is a division of Show Ready focusing in the mid-west and Chicagoland areas. With our combined resources we are your partner for your events from start to finish. Our team is dedicated to making sure we begin with your vision and leave you and your attendees inspired by the experience.
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
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Landry's Dining Brands
Alexandria, multi-city
Landry's, Inc., is a privately held American multi-brand dining, hospitality, entertainment, and gaming corporation headquartered in Houston, Texas. Landry's, Inc., owns and operates more than 600 restaurants, hotels, casinos, and entertainment destinations in 35 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.
Restaurant/Bar
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Corporate Lighting and Audio
Atlanta, multi-city
CREATE A LASTING IMPRESSION
Corporate Lighting and Audio is a full-service event production company specializing in concerts, conferences, conventions, festivals, meetings, and special events. Our dynamic technical experts creatively transform spaces into unique visual, tonal, and phonic experiences that make lasting impressions on audiences.
Logistics/Decor
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READYSET ATLANTA
Atlanta, multi-city
READYSET ATLANTA is a strategic and fast paced team of highly skilled Fabricators and Artists providing custom or pre-built sets. Our 12,000 square foot shop paired with our experienced crew allows us the opportunity to expertly execute a myriad of unique designs and projects. Our clients can rely on us to provide custom designs for any venture, from studio photography sets, events, retail and showroom displays, trade show booths, video and film scenery, gallery builds, pop-up locations and runways.
Originating from ReadySet Inc. in New York City, an industry leader since 1997, we embody the passion and commitment necessary to meet our client's unique needs. We relish the opportunity to exceed our client's expectations and our team finds challenges rewarding. Our diverse crew offers a wide range of skills and they are always open to working with new ideas, materials or methods to further our skill set and deliver. The exceptional quality of our work is a reflection of our emphasis on teamwork and our commitment to our culture.
With an emphasis on pre-building and finishing sets, our team is able to troubleshoot any issues that may arise ahead of time, saving valuable time during delivery. We provide 3D production drawings to our clients to confirm every detail and also provide samples of finishes needed. As the project develops, we provide constant communication with clients to ensure the project encapsulates their vision. Our clients are encouraged to inspect their jobs in our shop to get a hands on feel of the scale and specific scenic elements.
Logistics/Decor
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Brand Ambassadors
Arlington, multi-city
We provide staff for events, tradeshows, conventions, promotions, marketing tours.
Hired Entertainment
Preferred staff
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Adam Stone Magic
Atlanta, multi-city
I am a mentalist, hypnotist, and magician who's goal in life is to make people laugh and enjoy themselves. I perform all over the world bringing my own unique style of entertainment to corporate and private functions. I am a former award-winning special education teacher who wants nothing more than to help you make your event a success.
Activity
Hired Entertainment
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305 Transportation
Atlanta, multi-city
Impeccable Luxury Ground Transportation
305 Transportation, with corporate offices in Miami, Fla., combines over 15 years of experience providing the highest level of corporate sedan, executive limousine, van and coach services in more than 500 destinations worldwide.
With just one call, impeccable service, expertise and knowledge of the transportation industry are delivered to you allowing you to experience elite ground transportation services for all your travel needs.
Unique in our approach, 305 Transportation offers flexible, reliable and convenient local, national and international travel solutions and transportation options for secure, comfortable, and reliable service, both in the air and on the ground.
Executive Travelers, Corporate Travelers, Event Planners, Travel Agents and Leisure Travelers all look to the leader in global transportation services for their chauffeured transportation needs. 305 Transportation is driven to provide consistently superior service that will exceed your every expectation. By always going the extra mile and delivering exceptional attention to detail 305 Transportation ensures that you travel safely, comfortably and confidently.
Transportation
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DRSMusic, Inc.
Atlanta, multi-city
DRS Music, Inc is a complete, all-inclusive live music company dedicated to the specific needs of each client. We provide all the music for your celebration.
Our 8, 11, or even 14-Piece Orchestra will pack your dance floor, and our small ensembles will set the perfect mood for your event.
Our packages include:
1. Designated MC to handle all announcements/introductions
2. Free Song Requests
3. DJ for band breaks
4. State of the art sound system
5. Stage lighting
6. Free, personalized gift for your guests to sign
7. Customizable schedule template
8. Complete peace of mind!
Our clients include: Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Salesforce, Chrysler, All State, Yale, Northwestern, McDonalds, Kraft, Mars, Shell, Chicago Bears, Chicago Bulls
First Band Voted into the Knot Hall of Fame
Best of the Knot and Best of Wedding Wire for 17+ years
Most Charitable Wedding Vendor in the Nation
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Evolving Productions
Atlanta, multi-city
We are a family-owned and operated business based in New Orleans and travel nationwide servicing Conventions and Trade shows.
Tradeshows and events can run smoothly when choosing the experience of Evolving Productions. From planning the event to freight and general labor, our job is to make your event a success. Regardless of your location we can get you what you need when you need it.
Conferences, events, conventions, trade shows, meetings, and festivals are our specialty. For over a decade of combined years our staff continuously has received outstanding reviews from all events we have produced. We take pride in not only being a woman owned business but also a family-owned company.
Logistics/Decor
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Joshua's Worldwide Transportation
Albuquerque, multi-city
Since 1995, Joshua’s Worldwide has transformed transportation through uncompromising attention to detail. Founded by Gary and Belinda McKeon with just six vehicles, we’ve grown into a premier transportation service with a fleet of 35+ vehicles and over 50 dedicated team members.
Our commitment goes beyond transportation – we provide an experience. From casino shuttles to corporate events, weddings to leisure tours, we deliver first-class service with:
24/7 live customer support
Rigorous chauffeur training and background checks
GPS tracking and flight monitoring
Impeccable safety standards
Partnerships with world-class organizations
We don’t just move you from point A to point B – the team at Joshua’s Worldwide creates memorable journeys tailored to your needs. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, Joshua’s Worldwide ensures your transportation is comfortable, safe, and exceptional.
Transportation
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Facility Restrictions
All guestrooms are subject to 16.75% tax plus an occupancy tax of $1 per room per night. Tax rates are subject to change without notice. Non-smoking property. The hotel does not permit outside F&B/catering services.
Additional details
NOPSI Hotel is committed to eco-friendly practices that reduce waste and conserve resources, making it an ideal choice for sustainable meetings. We recycle all cardboard, use low-flow water fixtures, and ensure guestroom lights remain off until arrival. For meetings, we serve condiments in bulk and offer water dispensers instead of bottled water. Housekeeping is provided every other day unless requested, and to-go items are packaged in biodegradable materials. Our entire hotel is illuminated with energy-saving LED bulbs, helping to create a greener experience for all.
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NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.
Health and Safety
Were practices at NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, American Hotel Lodging Association
Does NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Space is cleaned multiple times per day and after known guest usage.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Yes, Yes - there's a fee for daily tidy and housekeeping services and meeting room cleaning fee.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, All linen, included bathrobes are removed daily after departure of guest. Then, all surfaces of room are sanitized.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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