
The Barnett
Best for culture- and design-minded travelers who want a boutique downtown base, rooftop pool and onsite music and restaurants.
Prices in other currencies are estimates. You’re charged in USD.
The Barnett is a 234-room, Art Deco boutique hotel in the Warehouse District with a heated rooftop pool, five on-site dining spots and near-nightly live music — good for travelers who want a downtown, design-forward stay close to museums and the French Quarter. Hilton New Orleans Riverside is a large 4-star riverfront Hilton with extensive conference space and multiple pools — read this if you’re comparing a boutique Warehouse District option to a big, convention-friendly riverfront property.
Updated · about 0.6 km apart

Best for culture- and design-minded travelers who want a boutique downtown base, rooftop pool and onsite music and restaurants.

Best for convention groups, riverfront access, cruise-terminal or large-event travelers who need lots of meeting space and on-site services.
When The Barnett wins: choose The Barnett if you want a smaller, design-forward hotel in the Warehouse District with a rooftop pool, multiple independent restaurants and near-nightly live music close to museums and the French Quarter.
When Hilton New Orleans Riverside wins: pick the Hilton when you need a big-property footprint — large conference and banquet halls, riverfront location near cruise terminals and multiple outdoor pools — or if you prefer a familiar full-service brand for group travel.
Bottom line: The Barnett is the boutique, locally focused choice for couples, leisure and culture-minded stays; Hilton Riverside is the practical pick for conventions, large groups and travelers prioritizing riverfront access and wide facility options.
| Category | The Barnett | Hilton New Orleans Riverside |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Boutique, restored 1928 Art Deco building; design-forward and music-focused. | Large-scale, full-service Hilton convention hotel on the riverfront. |
| Location | Warehouse District—short walk to the National WWII Museum, Lafayette Square and about 15 minutes to the French Quarter. | Riverfront/CBD — steps from Canal Street, close to the convention center and Julia Street Cruise Terminal. |
| Size | 234 rooms | 1,622 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcome; primary check-in guest must be 21+. | All ages welcome (Hilton listing does not indicate adults-only). |
| Pools | One heated rooftop pool (High Five) with bar, year-round; hotel guests only at some hours. | Two outdoor pools plus extensive on-site sports facilities (indoor tennis, indoor courts listed). |
| Restaurants & bars | Five on-site venues including Seaworthy (seafood), Brutto Americano, The Lobby Bar and rooftop High Five. | Two restaurants, two bars/lounges, room service and coffee shops/cafes on property. |
| Spa / wellness | No named on-site spa (local/nearby spa services referenced instead). | |
| Known for | Historic Art Deco property, rooftop pool and live-music programming. | Riverfront location, very large conference and meeting space. |
| Meeting & event space | About 16,000+ sq ft total; Barnett Hall largest (4,000 sq ft) and multiple smaller venues. | Extensive conference center: 137,923 sq ft (12813 sq meters) of meeting/conference space. |
| Airport transfer | No hotel shuttle documented; roughly 20–30 minute drive from MSY. | Preferred airport MSY; driving distance listed (~15.3 mi / 24.6 km from property). |
| Accessibility & services | Wheelchair-accessible features and accessible rooms available; complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout. | Extensive accessibility features listed (accessible meeting spaces, ramps, visual alarms); Wi‑Fi available (surcharge noted). |
The Barnett sits in the Warehouse Arts District within easy walking distance of museums and the French Quarter.
Choose The Barnett if you want a compact downtown location focused on museums, dining and walkability.
Hilton New Orleans Riverside occupies a visible riverfront position near Canal Street and the convention center.
Pick the Hilton if you want immediate riverfront access and convenience for cruise- or convention-related travel.
The Barnett has 234 rooms and suites in a restored 1928 Art Deco building with complimentary Wi‑Fi.
Rooms at The Barnett emphasize design, boutique scale and neighborhood character.
Hilton New Orleans Riverside has a very large room inventory (1,622 guestrooms) aimed at groups and business travelers.
The Hilton suits travelers who want the predictability and scale of a major chain with services for groups.
The Barnett offers five distinct dining venues focused on local and regional flavors.
If you want several independent dining spots and locally driven menus without leaving the hotel, The Barnett excels.
Hilton Riverside provides full-service dining across a smaller set of on-site restaurants and bars.
The Hilton is practical for group dining and convenient meal options tied to events and meetings.
The Barnett’s rooftop High Five pool is a defining amenity for the boutique experience.
The Barnett’s rooftop pool is a social, design-forward perk for leisure stays and city views.
Hilton Riverside emphasizes capacity and variety with two outdoor pools and multiple sport courts on site.
The Hilton fits guests who want multiple pool options and large-scale recreational facilities.
The Barnett blends a 24-hour fitness center with an active on-site music program.
Choose The Barnett if you want boutique fitness plus local live-music nights without leaving the hotel.
Hilton Riverside provides standard full-service wellness features and large-scale nightlife-serving outlets.
The Hilton is designed for reliable wellness facilities and convenient evening options for groups.

The Barnett — rooftop pool, Good Measure live-music programming and five distinct dining venues.

Hilton New Orleans Riverside — massive conference center and abundant on-site meeting facilities.

The Barnett — heated rooftop pool with a dedicated bar and terrace seating.

Hilton New Orleans Riverside — immediate riverfront location, near cruise terminal and Canal Street.
The Barnett — it emphasizes on-site restaurants, a rooftop bar and near-nightly live music in a boutique setting.
Hilton New Orleans Riverside — it has far more meeting and banquet space and a large room inventory suited to groups.
Both welcome families, but The Barnett skews adults-focused while still allowing children; the Hilton is a full-service family-friendly brand with larger facilities.
No named, dedicated on-site spa is published for The Barnett or Hilton Riverside in the sources used; both list fitness facilities and nearby/local spa options may be available.
Explore how The Barnett stacks up against other hotels nearby:
vs. sites like Expedia, Hotels.com and other OTAs ·