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About Hilton New Orleans Riverside Grand Ballroom
Welcome to the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Grand Ballroom, a premier downtown venue inside a 1,622-room Hilton property at 2 Poydras Street. This expansive ballroom is built for big events, from conferences to grand galas, with flexible seating configurations and modern renovations that keep every gathering comfortable and stylish. Whether you’re planning a large-scale conference or a sophisticated gala, we’ve got you covered with clear logistics, nearby lodging, and trusted hotel and dining recommendations to help you plan a seamless experience.
Key features include a grand space of 26,894 square feet with seating options that scale from intimate gatherings to crowds approaching 3,000 in theatre-style setups. The venue blends modern updates with convenient access to downtown amenities, making it a reliable choice for event planners and attendees alike.
Below you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and restaurants to consider as you map out your visit to New Orleans’ vibrant riverfront district.
Tips for securing your event experience: confirm your preferred seating arrangement early, check parking needs ahead of time, and explore affiliate recommendations for nearby hotels and dining to simplify logistics. If you’re coordinating group travel, we can help you secure comfortable accommodations and convenient dining options that pair well with your Grand Ballroom event at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside.
For venue specifics, always verify current capacity and configuration with the event team, especially for multi-day conferences or galas where different setups may apply. If you’re ready to plan, we’ve got you covered with dependable options and a straightforward purchasing process.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 2 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130.
- Grand Ballroom size and capacity: 26,894 sq ft; up to ~3,000 guests theatre style; banquet around 2,200 according to capacity charts.
- Venue type: Hotel ballroom within the Hilton New Orleans Riverside (a 1,622-room property).
- Seating options (sample spaces): Grand Ballroom Ste. A & B seats 1,600; Grand Ballroom Ste. A, B & C seats 2,400; Grand Ballroom Ste. C & D seats 1,600; Grand Ballroom Ste. D seats 800; overall Grand Ballroom up to 3,000 seated.
- Parking: Self-parking $50 per day; Valet $58 per day; on-site garage.
- Transit/directions: Located in downtown with access to New Orleans streetcar lines; MSY airport about 25 minutes away; Amtrak station about 1 mile away; cruise port nearby.
- Nearby hotels: Caesars New Orleans (228 Poydras St); Le Pavillon Hotel (833 Poydras St); InterContinental New Orleans (444 Saint Charles Ave).
- Notable events hosted: Primarily conferences and large galas; the hotel’s event spaces underwent a $6M renovation in 2017, updating the Grand Ballroom and related spaces.