The historic 1926 steel-framed brick and limestone building, designed by renowned architect Sam Stone Jr., and one of the city�s earliest skyscrapers, is undergoing a complete internal transformation.  However, the building�s modern-Gothic and neo-classic profile, as well as many original architectural flourishes, will remain intact thanks to historic landmark guidelines and the restoration commitment by the Kimpton Group. 

The hotel�s interior is designed by award-winning Cheryl Rowley Interior Design of Beverly Hills and reflects the history and intrigue of New Orleans.  After passing through the grand entrance arches, guests will be greeted by a magnificent lobby featuring Hotel Monaco�s signature steamer-trunk registration desk, a stunning seashell-encrusted fireplace and intimate sitting areas furnished with richly upholstered sofas, chaise lounges and ottomans of zebra-printed cowhide.  The deluxe guestrooms and suites reflect a tropical theme imbued with color, playfulness and comfort.  Plush, cocoon-like beds are topped with high-count linens and feature raffia headboards draped with soft netting.   Hand-stenciled furniture in African-inspired designs and rattan add exotic energy to the overall guestroom décor. 

Located adjacent to the Hotel Monaco New Orleans will be an exciting restaurant and bar.  The restaurant is a collaboration of both Chef Susan Spicer of the local favorite, Bayona, and the Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group.  The restaurant will feature Spicer�s regional American cuisine. Live music will be performed in the restaurant bar. 

Complimentary morning coffee, evening wine service and morning paper are all provided, as well as two-line phones, voicemail, 27� televisions and CD stereos.  The hotel features 24-hour room service, secretarial, business and concierge services, as well as a fitness center and several meeting rooms.  Two beautifully restored Masonic Lodges will offer a truly extraordinary meeting experience for larger groups. 

Celebrating its 20-year anniversary in April 2001, the San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group is known for its collection of stylish boutique hotels that are coupled with fine chef-driven restaurants.  Kimpton Group transforms older, often historic, buildings into charming European-style accommodations and currently operates 34 hotels and 28 restaurants across the country and in Canada. 

The Hotel Monaco New Orleans joins the other four-star Hotel Monacos located in San Francisco, Chicago, Seattle, Denver and Salt Lake City.