When commercial pilot Mark Wyant got stuck in New Orleans en route to his home in Dallas, he never dreamed of leaving town as the owner of the historic Audubon Building. He’s since converted it into Opens in a new windowThe Saint Hotel, joined our collection, and opened five unique “Archangel Suites.” We spoke to Mark about the designs. 

Mark, what was the inspiration for the suites? 

The Saint Hotel is unlike anything in New Orleans, and I wanted to ensure that theme carried through to the suites. I wanted to create spaces that were not only the ultimate in luxury, but provided guests a way to “Play Naughty” and “Sleep Saintly.”

Which is your favorite suite and why?

There’s no way I could pick just one! However, the Michael and Lucifer Suites feature one-of-a-kind design never seen before in New Orleans. For example, in the Lucifer Suite you’ll find antique Victorian pieces we uniquely refinished with exotic and luxurious fabrics.

What does “play naughty” mean to The Saint Hotel? 

New Orleans is a city that allows you to step out of your routine and escape regular life. The city itself naturally has a “play naughty” atmosphere and that’s what The Saint Hotel is all about: heightened experiences and sometimes stepping out of the norm.