:: INTRODUCTION :: New Orleans has always been a city that has inspired and motivated artists. Tennessee Williams and William Faulkner captured the city's essence with words, while Louis Armstrong and Al Hirt brought it to soulful life through the blue notes of their instruments. However, it took Edgar Degas to etch it's rich fabric onto canvas. The only impressionist painter to ever visit the United States, Degas was staying with his mother's Louisiana relatives when he was inspired to paint one of his most famous works, the New Orleans Cotton Exchange. The historic building, which so captivated Degas, lives again as the Cotton Exchange Hotel. Located just one block from the historic French Quarter, the Cotton Exchange Hotel's decor pays tribute to the colorful palettes created by Degas and his fellow Impressionists. In addition to high ceilings and large windows which allow for vast amounts of natural light, all 90 rooms are decorated in vibrant colors, and the walls are hung with reproductions of Impressionist paintings. :: HOTEL FACILITIES :: In addition to our prime location as one of the closest hotels to Bourbon Street and the French Quarter, our Impressionist styled hotel, features the latest in guest amenities including: Rooftop pool and gardens Full Concierge service Telephones w/ Dataport Hi-Speed internet access WebTV; Nintendo Games 2,000 sq. ft. of meeting space Dominic's Lounge 25" Color TV Alarm Clock and Radio Variable Climate Control In-Room New Release In-Room Movies Hairdryers Iron/Ironing Board Coffee Makers Voice Mail Closet Handicap Facilities Electronic Key Cards Fire Safety Certified Safety deposit boxes available Valet Parking Secured daily parking available* :: ROOM AMENITIES :: The Cotton Exchange Hotel Downtown French Quarter Area features 102 guestrooms which feature high ceilings and large windows. King Room King Room Double Room The lobby, which features French impressionist paintings, gives immediate access to the Greatroom. The elevator gives easy access to the guestrooms and meeting facilities, which include the Degas Ballroom and the garden rooftop pool. :: HOTEL ADDRESS :: :: Cotton Exchange Hotel :: 231 Carondelet Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130