Royal Sonesta New Orleans
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Hotel Overview
Great Adult Entertainment Hotel
Very classy hotel on Bourbon St. Noise level was very good considering our window faced right to...
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Jeanine
- May 30, 2013
Bourbon street experience
People are very friendly and helpful. Rooms are so clean. Beds are very comfortable .
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Cathy woody
- May 18, 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 (249)
Ratings and reviews for Royal Sonesta New Orleans
- All travelers (249) 4.3 / 5
- Business (13) 4.2 / 5
- Couples (159) 4.3 / 5
- Families (32) 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
DRubes
Best Vacation Ever!!
Went to New Orleans with my girlfriend of 2 years and booked travel for 3 nights.. The hotel was great! It has a jazz bar in it which is fantastic, and the oyster bar gives you that NO feel. The staff was super friendly; we needed our air in the room adjusted to blow colder air, and it was fixed within 15 minutes of calling! Since its right on Bourbon Street, it can be LOUD but we booked with that understanding. The hotel provides security, though, so you can't get to the elevators without a key. I really liked that, especially with the insanity taking place outside. Will definitely, unequivocally be going back.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
your only 21 once
Great experience
We went to celebrate our daughter's 21st birthday. The hotel was amazing. Great location. The staff offered suggestion of a nice place to eat. Staff was very friendly. This was a wonderful experience and a memorable trip.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short drive from hotel
Any shopping or dining in the French Quarter will be more expensive. If you want to save money ask around for the locals favorite places to eat that are reasonably priced.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mickey's Birthday
awsome
Excellent stay. 10 out of 10
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
THEY DO EVERYTHING RIGHT
THE ROYAL SONESTA WAS PURE LUXURY. WE UP GRADED TO ABALCONY ROOM OVER LOOKING THE POOL. THE ROOM, WITH ITS FRENCH DOORS LEADING TO THE POOL WAS BEAUTIFUL AND PEACEFUL. WITH BURBON STREET JUST OUT THE LOBBYDOORS YOU COULD NOT HEAR THE ALL NIGHT PARTY SCENEBUT WHEN YOU WANTED TO JOIN IN YOU JUST WALKED OUTTHE FRONT DOOR. SERVICE COULD NOT HAVE BEEN BETTER.WILL DEFINITELY GO BACK. [...]
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
RED FISH GRILL--GO EARLY--GETS VERY BUSY--BURBON ST GRAPEVINE WINE & BISTRO--ORLEANS AVE--EXCELLENT FOOD THE BAR IN THE MONTELEONE HOTEL--ROYAL ST--PURE CLASS
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
You get the royal treatment
The Royal Sonesta is akin to staying at a Ritz Carlton in terms of room size and quality of furnishings. Very clean and up to date. Bed and linens were very comfortable and bathroom was impeccable with Italian products. But do yourself a favor and ask for a quiet room overlooking the courtyard or the other internal patio. If you get a street room, the drunks on Bourbon will keep you up.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Walk to Jackson Square and see St. Louis Cathedral, then Cafe du Monde for beignets, then walk the entire French Market which borders Cafe du Monde. Be sure to visit the shops on Royal if you like artwork. Be sure to buy your morning coffee just across Bourbon Street at Cafe Beignet. Refills are $0.60 each and the breakfast there is delicious too. Coffee in Sonesta is expensive.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Beautiful hotel in the middle of it all!
Such a gorgeous hotel located right on Bourbon Street. Many restaurants within just a short walk. Some were right around the corner! Very friendly staff who give good suggestions. I would not stay anywhere else in New Orleans.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Book the "Undead Tour" with Bloody Mary Tours online prior to your trip if you are into history, ghosts, vampires, etc. Very cool walking tour at night.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Dave & Natalie
Spoils you from the moment you walk in.
From the moment we pulled up to the hotel, we were treated like VIP's. We stayed three nights to celebrate my husbands birthday. The location was perfect for us. Almost everything thing we wanted to see was within walking distance. If not, the staff was quick to find transportation for us. The staff all knew the area well which meant there was no guessing at the best places for food and entertainment. We will recommend the Royal Sonesta everytime. PS Be sure to ask for a Cajun Mary in the Desire Oyster Bar. Its the best around.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
A tour of the World War II Museum is a must see.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Chicher
Pre Mardi-Gras Unwind
I have always wanted to stay at the Royal Sonesta but could not afford it. You made it possible and it went well beyond our expectations. The service and friendlyness was such a help from the front desk to the room service. The rooms were spotless with the most comfortable beds we've had in New Orleans. It was not necessary to leave the hotel to savor the finest food and drinks as well as the local entertainment if you did not want to. Although there was a large conference going on at the same time we never felt cramped or went for lack of service. The location is ideal as we walked to the many sights in the French Quarter that we wanted to see. This was the best trip we have had in the Crescent City and we have been there over a dozen times. The only thing missing from this trip in New Orleans was more time to enjoy it. We visited Jackson Square, took a buggy ride to get all the local lore and hear bout the famous places. Shopped at the French Market, saw a Mardi-Gras parade on Sunday and had to buy an extra bag to bring all the beads home. In addition to several meals at Royal Sonesta we went across the Street from the hotel and ate at the Old New Orleans Cookery. Thanks to all the money you saved us we were also able to have lunch at Antoine's. Of course, everyone goes to the Cafe Du Monde and we were there every day for the powdered sugar fix. We certainly will do our traveling through Cheap Tickets from now on.
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
Talk to the hotel employees. They will help you find the food you want at the most reasonable prices and the best quality. You are in short walking distance to to the river, Jackson Square, and Canal Street if you really want to go shopping. At the corner of Bourbon and Conti is where the fun and relaxation begins. The Royal Sonesta is unbeatable if you are a party animal as well.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cam4
Royal Sonesta
Beautiful lobby, comfortable room and excellent, friendly staff .
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Taby
What a blast in NOLA
Stayed at the Royal Sonesta for 4 nights,5 days, it was awesome. The hotel is gorgeous, right on Bourbon street, we asked for a quite room in the back and we got it. There was no view but totally worth the peacefulness and those beds...soooo comfy. The staff were extremely helpful especially the doormen, they were great with suggestions on places to eat and things to do. The pool was great too. We had a blast. Definately visit Coop's Place, best Jambalaya in NOLA.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Unfortunately we didn't know about the flea market over by Cafe du Monde until the last day we were there. Way more affordable food and souvenirs then getting them on Bourbon. Stay away from Bourbon street's Pizza and those Lucky Hot dogs, so nasty and not worth the $3.50. Try Coops Place for rabbit and sausage Jambalaya or The Old coffee Pot for great breakfast.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
rbuena
Beautiful Hotel and Great Staff!
The hotel is located stretegically for a vacation in the French Quarter. Parking is easy and the staff were great! Rooms were fine as we were out all day.
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
Brennan's for breakfast and Antoine's, Arnaud's or Galatoire's for dinner.
