Location situated in the heart of new orleans the intercontinental is located on the st charles avenue mardi gras parade route and is 2 blocks from the french quarter and 6 blocks from the riverfront also nearby are uptown the louisiana superdome and the morial convention center hotel features guests of the intercontinental new orleans can enjoy regional cuisine at the restaurant and drinks at the english style pub and lobby lounge overlooking the city from the 15th floor are the hea