On Canal Street, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans occupies the historic Maison Blanche department store building at the edge of the French Quarter. The Beaux Arts structure opened between 1906 and 1909, and its rooms and suites combine classical detailing with contemporary comforts around an internal courtyard. M Bistro serves regional Louisiana dishes, while Davenport Lounge hosts live jazz on selected evenings. The spa contains more than 20 treatment rooms, a salon, pool and fitness centre. Bourbon Street, Royal Street and the Saenger Theatre are nearby on foot, with the riverfront and Warehouse District farther south. Valet parking is offered, although no scheduled airport shuttle operates from the hotel.