WINDSOR COURT HOTEL TO RE-OPEN FRIDAY FOR GUESTS

4th September 2008 - David Teich, General Manager of the consistently award-winning Windsor Court has announced that the luxury hotel will re-open for business on Friday, September 5, 2008 at 3pm to welcome all travellers and businesses coming to New Orleans to aid in the restoration process from damages caused by Hurricane Gustav.

The hotel's elegant restaurant, The New Orleans Grill will also be open to serve breakfast, lunch and dinner.  The Polo Club Lounge, a popular spot for locals, will resume normal business as well, providing the already scheduled
entertainment for the weekend -- two of New Orleans' favorite  vocalists Leah Chase performing on Friday and Anais St. John performing on Saturday night from 9pm - 12 Midnight.

In accordance with the mandatory evacuation order issued by the city authorities on Saturday 30th August, the Windsor Court Hotel stopped taking bookings and had safely evacuated all guests and staff by noon on Sunday 31st August.

Rates for regular guests rooms start at $149 during the week and from $210 for weekend nights.  For reservations, please call 1-800-262-2662.

For hotel interviews, please contact Barry Rodriguez, Director of Sales & Marketing at 504-596-4790 or 504-717-6749.

Media contact:  Cary Alden - 504-914-7517