:: INTRODUCTION :: Design Hotels, a coalition of over 90 unique properties spanning the globe from Europe to Asia, is proud to announce the opening of Hotel Le Cirque --- New Orleans' hottest and hippest new property, located in the Arts District, within easy walking distance to the Convention Center and the French Quarter. Hotel Le Cirque offers the ultimate in convenience and comfort, and invites you to live, laugh and love while you're in New Orleans! New Orleans, one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the world, takes pride in its rich French and American heritage. The scenic French Quarter, with its stunning 19th century architecture and 21st century attitude and intensity, contrast with the stately elegance and sophistication of the city's famous Garden District. Between these strongholds of New Orleans flavor one finds the Lee Circle area, the heart of the city's blossoming Warehouse/Arts District. A stones-throw from the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, the Contemporary Arts Center and the spectacular National D-Day Museum sits Hotel Le Cirque---the latest addition to this vivacious, funky part of New Orleans, with its many galleries, shops and restaurants. Hotel Le Cirque is located within easy walking distance to the Julia Street art galleries, Louisiana Children 's Museum, the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the Louisiana Superdome and the New Orleans Arena. Zipping to the French Quarter or Garden District are likewise a breeze, thanks to the famous St. Charles Streetcar that travels in front of the hotel; it is the quintessential way to see New Orleans! At carnival time, Hotel LeCirque offers unrivaled views of more than 23 Mardi Gras parades. :: HOTEL FACILITIES :: Elegant Creole Cuisine - Chef Dennis Hutley of LeParvenu has joined forces with the owners and operators of Clancy's, the acclaimed Uptown establishment, to create an elegant French Creole dining experience called the Lee Circle Restaurant. Perfectly located - walking distance to the world-famous French Quarter, Museums, Garden District, St. Charles Streetcar Line, Riverwalk, New Orleans Convention Center and more. Adjacent to a full service gym with swimming pool, running track and basketball court Concierge Services 4,000 square feet of meeting space Group Amenities: easy motor coach debarkation easy access to motor coach parking group meal plan menus available no special coach access permit required on the St. Charles street car route meeting facilities available for group orientation or functions :: RESTAURANTS & DINING :: Hotel Le Cirque is home to New Orleans' most celebrated new eatery, Lee Circle Restaurant, a culinary tour de force combining award-winning Creole cuisine, ultra chic ambiance, and an extensive wine collection. Chef Dennis Hutley's first restaurant, Le Parvenu, earned a place in Zagat's Top Ten and received the Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award. In creating this Lee Circle landmark, Hutley teamed up with Brad Hollingsworth and Johnny Vodanovich, owners of Clancy's, to create a spectacular New Orleans dining experience. Combining rich flavors with local delicacies, the menu boasts an ambitious selection of complex dishes. To start your meal, a sampling of your choices includes Mirliton Bisque with jumbo lump crabmeat, Shell Island Oysters and Brie, and Escargot in Toasted Garlic Marchand de Vin. The entr?e selection includes a variety of palate-pleasing seafood, poultry, and meat dishes. Among the most favored are Almond Crusted Snapper "Kell Marie" layered with crabmeat and smoked lemon buerre blanc sauce, Roast Abita Springs Quails "Under Glass" with foie gras stuffing and truffle cream, and the Veal Chop "Mrs. P. served with asparagus, artichoke, mushroom, and foie gras. Lee Circle Restaurant offers dinner nightly from 5:30pm - 10:30pm and lunch Monday through Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm. :: ROOM AMENITIES :: Hotel Le Cirque gives New Orleans a hip, chic, stylish hotel on the cutting edge of hotel design. Its 137 rooms combine individuality and a cosmopolitan lifestyle with the rich texture of the New Orleans environment. Hotel Le Cirque combines creative architecture and innovative design elements, and utilizes a proper balance of color, ornamentation and decoration, as well as authentic local touches and careful attention to detail. In recent history the building on #2 Lee Circle, was formerly home to New Orleans Young Men Christian Association. :: HOTEL ADDRESS :: :: Hotel Le Cirque :: 936 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana, 70130