HRI Hospitality adds the Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue to its portfolio of lifestyle and legacy-driven hotels. HRIH will manage and oversee operations at the 252-room property.
“The Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue is a natural addition to our growing portfolio and reflects our strong belief in the long-term performance of the New Orleans market,” Michael Coolidge, chief investment and development officer, said in a statement. “New Orleans is our hometown and given our deep roots and decades of experience in the city, we understand this market as well as anyone. We’re proud to create the next chapter for this iconic hotel and look forward to enhancing the guest experience while honoring its storied past.”
Originally constructed in 1926 as the Louisiana Masonic Temple, Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue is a Neo-Gothic architectural property and one of the city's earliest skyscrapers. The property is listed with Historic Hotels of America and offers a sophisticated blend of heritage and contemporary comfort, including 24 suites, 32 executive level rooms and expansive corner guestrooms.
Located in New Orleans’ Central Business District, Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue is near the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, Canal Street and the Arts District. The hotel has over 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, including the historic Grand Chapel and restored ballrooms – ideal for weddings, social events and corporate gatherings. Onsite amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, business center, a lobby with ample lounge seating, valet parking and pet-friendly accommodations.
In early 2026, the hotel will embark on an extensive, property-wide repositioning led and overseen by HRI Hospitality’s in-house construction management team, HCI Construction. The renovation will encompass all public areas, meeting and event spaces, and guest rooms—including the addition of multiple new, expansive presidential suites and a vibrant new lobby bar designed to enhance the guest arrival and social experience. A key objective of the project is to uncover and celebrate the storied history of the building while reimagining its design to reflect the culturally rich and vibrant spirit of New Orleans. The transformation will marry the timeless charm of the 1926 landmark with modern comforts and amenities that align with today’s traveler’s expectations, ensuring the hotel remains both historically significant and future-forward.