Typical identity crisis with this W. Used to be something else in a former life, now puts on lipstick and turns up the stereo. Rumor has it will become a Le Meridien soon. Anyway the room was standard W -- comfortable and fairly stylish. Room service food was not good: cold omelette and lukewarm oat meal which lacked the advertised toppings. BUT the concierge service (Kristi) was awesome! Free shoe shine; complimentary shaving kit when I realized I forgot mine, etc. And at the main bar downstairs, where I thought I'd just have a quick drink with a friend, we stayed for a couple hours talking with Brittany Boudreau behind the bar -- witty, smart, and beautiful. That brought the New Orleans charm forward that had been missing so far from this spot. Location is an easy walk to French Quarter. GREAT restaurant one block away -- August (John Besh); beautiful room and excellent food. Laissez les bontemps roulez!
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