Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Glamorous and grand, the reimagined Le Pavillon Hotel welcomes guests with a bold new design that honors its rich, storied past—elevated by a transformative $20 million renovation completed in 2024. Originally opened in 1907 as the New Hotel Denechaud and renamed the Desoto Hotel in 1913 before becoming Le Pavillon in the 1970s, the hotel has long been woven into the fabric of the city. Its penthouse once housed WDSU, New Orleans’ first radio station, reflecting a legacy of innovation and cultural influence. Today, this classically elegant historic hotel seamlessly blends French-inspired grandeur with contemporary sophistication. Guests are welcomed by a dramatic lobby adorned with historic portraits and a striking staircase featuring ornate wrought iron railings. Immersive touches—from the beloved nightly PB&J tradition to bathtubs once fit for Napoleon—celebrate both whimsy and refinement. Grand meeting and event spaces, including the storied Versailles Ballroom and Denechaud Room, provide majestic settings for gatherings that are anything but ordinary. Recognized as a “Top Hotel in New Orleans” by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, Le Pavillon continues to captivate with unmatched hospitality and timeless elegance. Here, the past whispers, the present dazzles, and every stay feels distinctly New Orleans.