This grand hotel places guests at the very doorstep of the French Quarter, offering access to the infinite charms of this international city. Graceful balconies overlooking Canal, Bourbon and Iberville treat her patrons to charming views. The Astor also offers lavishly appointed rooms and two spacious ballrooms on one floor. Other special touches include a Crowne Meetings Director with CMP certification and more than 25,000 square-feet of space to accommodate over 500 guests. Simply put, the Astor Crowne Plaza is The Place to Meet in New Orleans.

2005 Gold Key Award Recipient

The Astor Crowne Plaza was awarded the prestigious Meetings and Conventions Gold Key Award. The award, is the meeting planner industry's most prestigious honor and is yet another example of the Astor's irrefutable high level of service to the business traveler.

Recognized for Exemplary Service in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina

For amazing dedication and exceptional teamwork to care for guests in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the InterContinental Hotels Group recently bestowed The Compassionate Caring Award upon Peter Ambros, General Manager and the entire Astor Crowne Plaza team.

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2005 AAA Four Diamond Award Recipient

The hotel was elected to Four Diamond status based on a recent AAA evaluation of upscale facilities, attentive service and a high standard of hospitality. The Astor has consistently received Four Diamond status since 2003.

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2004 Most Innovative Hotel of the Year

Recognized by the International Hotels Group, this award was given for the Astor's original interpretation of a key Crowne Plaza program-Sleep Advantage-as well as memorable customer experiences.