Springhill Suites New Orleans Downtown/Canal Street with Roof Top Bar
Further enhancing the continued redevelopment of Canal Street stretching from downtown New Orleans to Mid-City, NewcrestImage announced its plans to renovate the former ODECO Building, named for its original tenant, the Ocean Drilling & Exploration Company. The ODECO Building will be transformed into the first blended brand SpringHill and TownePlace Suites with a rooftop bar and patio, Vue. The official name of the new hotel is SpringHill Suites New Orleans Downtown/Canal Street.
History of ODECO Building and Alden J. “Doc” Laborde
The ODECO Building, now transformed into the Springhill suites new orleans downtown/canal street, has a rich history with ties to the oil and gas industry icons, the Laborde family. Alden J. “Doc” Laborde established the modern-day energy industry by creating one of the first submersible rigs and setting up two offshore companies that used the innovative technology. His business, ODECO, was originally housed in the soon-to-be hotel, which would now provide visitors with a glimpse into the city’s rich history.
The hotel has a rich history with ties to oil and gas industry icons the Laborde family. Alden J. “Doc” Laborde helped establish the modern-day energy industry by creating one of the first submersible rigs and setting up two offshore companies that used the innovative technology. His business, ODECO, was originally housed in the soon-to-be hotel located at 1600 Canal Street.
At the time of the ODECO Building’s construction in the 1960s, there was a significant demand for office space to accommodate the city’s expanding oil and gas industry. Until 1993, ODECO leased the upper floors of the building, which was designed in the 1960s by New Orleans architect Paul Mouton, as office space.
Springhill Suites New Orleans Downtown/Canal Street Unique Room Designs and Layouts
The blended brand hotel will feature a variety of unique room designs and layouts.Two separate brands (SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites) will be housed in this high-rise building. Unlike any other location, they will be separated by floor, not by building, with one shared lobby and complimentary breakfast area.
Rooftop Bar with Stunning Views
The SpringHill & TownePlace Suites New Orleans Downtown/Canal Street is the only Marriott-affiliated hotel in New Orleans that offers a rooftop bar with stunning views of the city’s skyline from the Mercedes-Benz Superdome to the Mississippi River. The Vue rooftop bar and patio is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the panoramic views of the city.
Opening and Grand Opening Celebration
The SpringHill & TownePlace Suites New Orleans Downtown/Canal Street is set to open its doors by December 1, offering visitors a unique blend of luxury and comfort. Guests can book their rooms online after February 20, 2018. Additionally, a grand opening celebration is tentatively scheduled for early January 2018, providing guests with an opportunity to experience the hotel’s offerings.
Conclusion:
The SpringHill & TownePlace Suites New Orleans Downtown/Canal Street is a unique blended brand hotel, offering visitors a perfect blend of luxury and comfort. Its location in the heart of downtown New Orleans, coupled with its rich history and stunning rooftop bar, makes it the ideal place to stay when visiting the city. Visitors can now experience the best of both worlds, with the SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites separated by floor, not by building, providing unique room designs and layouts that take inspiration from the building’s original design by New Orleans architect Paul Mouton.