International House
The Crescent City’s first true boutique hotel occupies the historic Beaux-Arts building in the Central Business District that was once home to the United States’ first World Trade Center. In the same spirit, and true to the cultural crosswinds that shape the distinctive flavor of New Orleans, it exudes a worldly sophistication with a quirky local flair. The stylish bar, loa, whose very name means “divine spirit,” embraces New Orleans’ own special Voodoo culture with candlelit ambience. With an intoxicating laugh and borderline operatic voice, loa’s Creative Director, Abigail Gullo, brims with warm hospitality and an encyclopedic grasp of cocktail customs. The lobby décor and staff uniforms observe the tropical ritual of changing to suit the season. Perhaps most enchanting of all, throughout the year the lobby becomes the setting for special customs and rituals peculiar to New Orleans, such as St. John’s Day in June, and Louis Armstrong’s birthday in August.
221 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504.553.9550
www.ihhotel.com
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