It's time to get your beads out, colorful masks, and head to New Orleans. Mardi Gras is just around the corner! For those looking for the best luxury hotel packages surrounding the event, we’ve compiled a list of three of our favorites. And don't worry, no bead-showing necessary, we'll just give you the list free of charge.
W New Orleans - French Quarter
From February 26 to March 6, W New Orleans - French Quarter is offering the "Ultimate Mardi Gras Escape" which promises a "true insider experience of what it is like to be a part of a Mardi Gras krewe." This intensive package comes with a five-night stay for two in a Wonderful Room between February 28 and March 5.
The package includes:
Rider package for two including: Two passes to ride in Orpheus, one of the biggest Mardi Gras parades; Two, full costumes and masks for your ride on the float; Throwing beads for your float ride
Lunch for two on parade day
Entry for two into Orpheuscapade
Five-night accommodations in a Wonderful Room
King Cake welcome amenity
Two authentic take-home Mardi Gras masks
Two specialty "to-go" cocktails from Sobou
Arthur Hardy's signature 38th Annual Mardi Gras Guide book
Mardi Gras recovery kit including Bloody Marys or mimosas for two (including a pain reliever)
Price: $1,139/night
Audubon Cottages
With exemplary style in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter, the Audubon Cottages are offering a 10 percent discount to those who room with them between February 27 and March 4. The location of the seven cottages alone offer incredible access to the party all week long.
The package includes:
10 percent off best available rates
Complimentary continental breakfast daily
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Complimentary in-room bottled water, coffee and beverages
Complimentary butler service
Price: $405/night
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
Deemed the "Lundi Gras Ride of a Lifetime" package, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans has taken out all the stops to offer one of the most insanely comprehensive Mardi Gras celebration offers.
The package includes:
Chance to ride Harry Connick, Jr's Krewe of Orpheus 2014 parade on March 3
Beads, throws and costumes all tailored to match the theme of the parade
Four-night stay in the "room with a view" The Ritz-Carlton Suite
Views of French Quarter, Mississippi River and the historic Canal Street
Limousine transportation to and from airport
Daily breakfast in bed for two over all four days
Couple's massage for two
The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge access
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans Recovery Concierge access
Quick recovery from the previous night to get back to the celebration
