New Orleans Marriott Completes $100M Renovation Ahead of Convention Season

New Orleans Marriott finishes extensive property-wide renovation including 1,333 rooms and M Club.

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The New Orleans Marriott announced the completion of an extensive property-wide renovation ahead of the upcoming peak convention season. ^[1] The Equipment Marketing & Distribution Association (EMDA) said in a press release that registration for its 2026 Fall Convention is running 20% ahead of last year's pace, with more than 300 industry professionals already registered. ^[2] Frank Zumbo, General Manager of the New Orleans Marriott, stated that the comprehensive renovation represents a significant investment in the guest experience. ^[3] The renovation encompasses all 1,333 guest rooms and suites as well as the property's M Club. ^[4] Celeste Lindsey, EMDA Executive Director, said that seeing registration running ahead of last year tells the association that face-to-face relationships continue to matter for companies in the equipment distribution channel. ^[5] The hotel is offering a range of seasonal and always-on offers and packages available at Marriott.com/MSYLA to celebrate the renovation. ^[6]

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The New Orleans Marriott announced the completion of an extensive property-wide renovation ahead of the upcoming peak convention season. · Prevue Meetings & Incentives

The Equipment Marketing & Distribution Association (EMDA) said in a press release that registration for its 2026 Fall Convention is running 20% ahead of last year's pace, with more than 300 industry professionals already registered. · Morning Ag Clips

Frank Zumbo, General Manager of the New Orleans Marriott, stated that the comprehensive renovation represents a significant investment in the guest experience. · Prevue Meetings & Incentives

The renovation encompasses all 1,333 guest rooms and suites as well as the property's M Club. · Prevue Meetings & Incentives

Celeste Lindsey, EMDA Executive Director, said that seeing registration running ahead of last year tells the association that face-to-face relationships continue to matter for companies in the equipment distribution channel. · Morning Ag Clips

The hotel is offering a range of seasonal and always-on offers and packages available at Marriott.com/MSYLA to celebrate the renovation. · Prevue Meetings & Incentives

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