Royal Sonesta New Orleans
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Hotel Overview
Great location
This hotel offers excellent service and well as the best location in the heart of New Orleans....
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naninine
- May 8, 2013
5 star Bourbon St experience
Step out of the taxi and instantly greeted by Malcom the porter. His politeness and welcoming good...
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WMC party goer
- Mar 11, 2013
Timeless and elegant French Quarter hotel with lush courtyards, pools
Traditional gabled windows, French doors and wrought-iron lace balconies appoint the "Jewel of the French Quarter." The Royal Sonesta offers lush tropical courtyards with outdoor pools and serene gardens. The famous Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse features live jazz seven nights a week on the lobby level.
Royal Sonesta New Orleans Rooms
- Deluxe King
- Luxury accommodations blending traditional and contemporary styles, featuring a king sized bed with a pillow top mattress, generously sized spa quality toiletries, WiFi (surcharge), mini bar, marble bath, in-room safe, iron & ironing board, blow dryer and more.
- R Club - Concierge floor
- R-club guests enjoy daily breakfast, evening reception with premium brand liquors in the exclusive R-Club Lounge, complimentary WiFi, turn down service, designer toiletries, plush bathrobes, slippers, in-room safe, iron & ironing board, and R-club concierge at your service.
- Standard
- Room type assigned upon arrival based upon availability. All rooms feature generously sized toiletries, WiFi (surcharge), mini bar, in-room safe, iron & ironing board, blow dryer and more.
- Deluxe Double
- Luxury accommodations blending traditional and contemporary styles, featuring two double beds with a pillow top mattress , generously sized spa quality toiletries, WiFi (surcharge), mini bar, marble bath, in-room safe, iron & ironing board, blow dryer and more.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Pool
- General
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Activities
- Pool
- Health club
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- New Orleans.
- Nearby airports
- Louis Armstrong International Airport.
- Area description
- The Royal Sonesta Hotel is located in the heart of the historic French Quarter. Just two blocks from Canal Street, the Central Business District and the Streetcar Route. Steps away from world-famous restaurants, antique shops, entertainment centers and historic landmarks. Within walking distance to all Mississippi River activities.
Nearby points of interest
- Musee Conti Wax Museum: 0.1 mi
- Crescent City Brewhouse: 0.3 mi
- Preservation Hall: 0.3 mi
- Bourbon Street: 0.3 mi
- Jackson Square: 0.3 mi
- Storyville: 0.4 mi
- New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum: 0.4 mi
- New Orleans School of Glass Works: 0.5 mi
- Entergy IMAX Theater: 0.5 mi
- Aquarium of The Americas: 0.5 mi
- Riverwalk Marketplace: 0.6 mi
- Folklife and Visitor Center: 0.6 mi
- Louisiana State Museum: 0.7 mi
- Contemporary Arts Center: 0.8 mi
- Louisiana Superdome: 0.8 mi
- Musee Conti Wax Museum: 0.1 mi
- Crescent City Brewhouse: 0.3 mi
- Preservation Hall: 0.3 mi
- Bourbon Street: 0.3 mi
- Jackson Square: 0.3 mi
- Storyville: 0.4 mi
- New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum: 0.4 mi
- New Orleans School of Glass Works: 0.5 mi
- Entergy IMAX Theater: 0.5 mi
- Aquarium of The Americas: 0.5 mi
- Riverwalk Marketplace: 0.6 mi
- Folklife and Visitor Center: 0.6 mi
- Louisiana State Museum: 0.7 mi
- Contemporary Arts Center: 0.8 mi
- Louisiana Superdome: 0.8 mi
- American Aquatic Gardens: 0.9 mi
- New Orleans Arena: 0.9 mi
- Algiers Point: 1.1 mi
- Port of New Orleans: 1.5 mi
- East Tennessee Historical Center: 1.7 mi
- Bywater Historic District: 2.1 mi
- Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden: 2.6 mi
- New Orleans Museum of Art: 2.6 mi
- Carousel Gardens: 3.2 mi
- Amistad Research Center: 3.2 mi
- City Park New Orleans: 3.5 mi
- Riverbend: 3.7 mi
- State Capital Publishing Museum: 3.9 mi
- Audubon Zoo: 4.5 mi
- Six Flags New Orleans: 10.3 mi
Dining
- Begues Restaurant
- This AAA Four Diamond landmark offers French and Creole specialties, prepared by renowned Chef. Famous Friday Seafood Buffet and Sunday Champagne Brunch. Open for breakfast and lunch daily. Dinner served Friday and Saturday.
- Desire Oyster Bar
- One of the most famous spots on Bourbon Street. Side Street bistro serving great seafood and traditional New Orleans fare. Open daily lunch and dinner menus.
- Mystick
- New Orleans specialty drinks and hot libations are served up at this jazzy lobby lounge. Live entertainment is featured Thursday -Sunday nights. Happy hour and patio courtyard service.
- LeBooze
- One of the best people watching spots on Bourbon Street - drinks, cigars and snacks available afternoons.
- Royal Caf
- Proudly offers Starbucks Coffee along with pastries and champagnes in the lobby.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (245)
Ratings and reviews for Royal Sonesta New Orleans
- All travelers (245) 4.3 / 5
- Business (13) 4.2 / 5
- Couples (156) 4.3 / 5
- Families (31) 4.4 / 5
- Friends (28) 4.4 / 5
- Singles (15) 4.2 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (2) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.4
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
New fan of New Orleans
Very Pleased! Even better than expected.
New Orleans is a very unique city. I was completely amazed by it. I loved the jazz bands and the people were wonderful. The Hotel was totally like going back in time when people really took pride in their job and their surroundings I hope if I have the chance to return I will stay at Royal Sonesta New Orleans and recommend it to all my friends.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Be very careful there are some very clever pick pockets. That can really ruin a wonderful trip to loose all your money.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Easter weekend at the Royal Sonesta
I have always wanted to stay at this hotel, this was my 4th trip to New Orleans and I really enjoyed the staff at the hotel...it also has a beautiful pool...off the 3rd floor, sort of on the roof. Everything is purely first class here.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Plenty of excitement on Bourbon Street and great dining experiences abound.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Perfect-It doesn't get any better
everything at the hotel was wonderful. [...]
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The food and the atmosphere was wonderful at Nola Restaurant. It was not extremely overpriced with entrees in the $20's. Serice was impeccable.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Central Location
If your looking for a central location between Jackson Square (tourist activities) and Central Business District/Casino this is it. Very nice hotel but it is on Bourbon Street which is loud and obnoxious. However, the pool is a plus and may quiet your nerves (trade-off) on loud location. People with children may want to consider hotel away from Bourbon due to bawdy atmosphere.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Lunch Joint, French Quarter, Simple, Inexpensive-Looking to try crawfish, $5.00 per lb at "Somewhere Else" (St. Louis & Chartres-look up exact address). May want to consider ordering something additional, not a lot of substance to crawfish. Shrimp sandwich excellent.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
nice get away for Spring break
For all the chaos outside on Bourbon St, it was VERY quiet inside. The staff and other guests were lovely. We did not chose the Easter Jazz Bruch due to high cost. But this hotel had beautful flowers and a courtyard to die for. We had to wait until almost 6 o'clock to get into our room and arrived in town at 10:00 a.m. But they very nicely took the bags up and we had a lovely place to hang out. Plus, enjoy the city without luggage.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
well, you gotta see it to believe it! A lovely EAster parade with middle age ladies in carriages before church. In the afternoon a gay pride parade. The crowds were heavy and fun during the day. At night - be aware!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ana BKNY
New Orleans' trip
It was our first trip to New Orleans and we LOVED it! Our hotel was smack in the middle of the liveliest street in the French Quarters. The staff was terrific and very friendly. Although we were on the street side, it was surprisingly quiet. The porter even watched our bags while we picked up some last minute souvenirs. I would recommend the Royal Sonesta to everyone. Affordable price, great location and beautiful hotel!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Beautiful Hotel.Desk Staf could be nicer
Beautiful hotel that recaptures the glory of the past. Beautiful entrance. Great restaurant, pool, café and jazz club. The servers in the jazz bar are so nice and the door men and facilities people couldn't be nicer. Real genuine charm. The desk staff have a bee in their bonnet and recreate the whole supremist attitude. Couldn't or wouldn't give me info. on how to get to the airport. The doormen obliged. TV wouldn't work, had to hange rooms as it was too noisy facing Bourbon Street and safe needed a battery change. The front desk were just uninterested whereas the door men, cleaning staff and bar staff gave great advice and helped in any way they could. My advice: train the desk staff how to smile, be charming and HELP people !!! By the way, it is customary no matter where you are from to greet the customer with a hello!!!!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Go to the Laura Creole Plantation. Also do te Dixie Tour of New Orleans. was so good. Check in hotel for leaflets and ask for info at desk if the desk staff can actually help you!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
very good spot!
Perfect!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great hotel - great location!
Recent 4-day stay at Royal Sonesta for our honeymoon - what a great trip! Hotel staff was outstanding, always helpful with anything necessary. It is an older hotel, and the rooms aren't huge, but it is extremely well maintained and is one of those classic properties that is quintessential New Orleans. Location is ON Bourbon St, but the hotel has done a good job of blocking most of the noise so you can sleep. If you like the noise though, you can always upgrade to a balcony room to be in the middle of the party
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Wyzone
New Orleans trip
My husband and I went to New Orleans to get away for a few days. The staff at the Royal Sonesta was really very accomadating and friendly. The room was small but very nice and clean. The hotel is in a perfect location and was within walking distance to most everything. The parking fees were a little extreme and we were charged more because we had a SUV. The parking spaces were the same for all the vehicles so I was puzzled about the extra fee. I would recommend this hotel to anyone - just don't park there.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Find alternative parking besides the hotel.
