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Two trendy New Orleans hotels are now officially part of the World of Hyatt.

Maison Métier (formerly Maison de la Luz) and Barnett (formerly the Ace Hotel New Orleans) became Hyatt-affiliated hotels earlier this year, but World of Hyatt members weren’t able to enjoy the benefits and loyalty credits associated with the program until this week. Now, Maison Métier and The Barnett are part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and The Unbound by JDV respectively.

Maison Métier is a Category 6 property on the World of Hyatt award chart, which means award redemption nights cost as low as 21,000 points and go as high as 29,000 points during peak travel periods. Barnett is a Category 5 property, meaning award redemption nights cost as low as 17,000 points and as high as 23,000 points. As for cash rates, TPG has nightly rates at Maison Métier starting at $360 this fall, while rates at The Barnett start at $160.

This is a big win for Hyatt, as the two downtown hotels are popular lifestyle properties with convenient access to both the French Quarter and Caesars Superdome.

“Hyatt’s growth continues through the leisure and lifestyle segments, and this brand expansion into the New Orleans market underscores Hyatt’s commitment to growing with purpose in the destinations that matter most to Hyatt guests and Hyatt members,” said Mike Waddell, senior vice president of global franchise operations at Hyatt. President, said In a June statement. “Maison Métier and The Barnett highlight the vibrant culture of New Orleans, and we are excited to expand our brand’s presence in this world-renowned city with these two remarkable hotels that are purposefully designed to be places of discovery and enjoyment through food and drink. , art , music and beyond.”

Maison Métier opened in 2019 under its former moniker and quickly gained acclaim for its luxurious Parisian design in 67 guest rooms and suites; It became a Hyatt-affiliated hotel in June 2024. The property’s Salon Bar is a mainstay for tourists and locals alike, and will continue its partnership with Paris-based Quixotic Projects, but going forward, will be known as Bar métier (It was formerly known as Bar Merillo).

Barnet’s original Barnet’s furniture store retains the Art Deco and French modernism design influences of the former Ace Hotel. Live music will play an important role in the hotel, as well as updating the property’s Italian restaurant, rooftop pool bar and music venue. of the hotel marine The restaurant will remain as is throughout the Hyatt integration.

Once the hotel is fully integrated into World of Hyatt later this year, guests will be able to earn and redeem points at both hotels. In the meantime, you can still book directly through the Hyatt website while hotels move to their respective locations within Hyatt’s Independent Collection brands.

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