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The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

4 stars
123 Baronne Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
53 reviews
Great New Orleans getaway

This hotel has been renovated. It is beautiful. Full of great bars and great restaurants. The... See full review

  • Grandy
  • Jan 30, 2012
Family VaCa

Great hotel , convenient to everything. Hotel staff was excellent! See full review

  • suzym
  • Jan 23, 2012
Historic New Orleans luxury hotel home of famed Sazerac Bar
The Roosevelt Hotel New Orleans was one of the city's first luxury hotels, built in 1893. The hotel has had a storied history under several different names. The hotel has recently undergone a $145 million restoration and is part of the Waldorf Astoria Collection of hotels. The Roosevelt Hotel New Orleans retains its historic character and charm but offers guests modern comforts and conveniences. The hotel has been favored by the famous, including Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway and the politician Huey Long.
Highlights
  • In-house Guerlain Spa
  • Jazz brunch served on Sundays in the fabled Blue Room
  • Home of the famous Sazerac bar
  • Complimentary rooftop pool and fitness center

 

Rooms

The Roosevelt Hotel New Orleans offers 135 suites and 369 rooms elegantly appointed in a refined style with dark wood furniture with rich fabrics throughout. All rooms are outfitted with a full complement of amenities, including radios with MP3 connections. There are no coffee makers but coffee can be ordered via room service.  Suites offer additional living space. The Waldorf Astoria Suite provides 24-hour butler service.   

Features

Legend has it that Louisiana's notorious governor Huey Long pushed for the 90-mile highway that connected the state capitol to the hotel's Sazerac Bar, home of that storied cocktail. Today, the Sazerac Bar still pours a perfectly-wrought libation in an atmosphere reminiscent of the 1920s and 1930s.

 

The Guerlain Spa uses a full line of products from Guerlain Paris. There are 10 private treatment rooms, a couples suite, VIP rooms and hydrotherapy facilities, as well as a salon and makeup services.

Dining

The adjacent fine dining Sazerac Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Chef John Besh presides over Domenica serving fine Italian cuisine from local ingredients nightly. Guests enjoy coffee and sweets from Teddy's open daily. Visitors relaxing at the rooftop pool can order light meals and beverages from the Rooftop bar. The Blue Room serves Sunday jazz brunch and is available for private events.

Transportation
  • Canal Street streetcar
  • Louis Armstrong International Airport (12 miles)
Attractions
  • Central Business District
  • French Quarter
  • Bourbon and Royal Streets
  • Superdome
Business
  • UPS Business Center caters to every business need (fees apply)
  • 60,000 square feet of meeting space
  • Three elegant ballrooms
  • Internet access in rooms for flat fee

Hotel Map

123 Baronne Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

Nearby airports
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport, (MSY), 12.00, E, Mile; Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport, (GPT), 70.00, W, Mile

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities
  • Exercise Gym
  • Fitness center
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Wheel Chair Access
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Restaurant
onsite

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
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.

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Guest Reviews (53)

Ratings and reviews for The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Overall score

4.2 / 5
53 out of 53
Amenities:
4.2
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.5
Value:
3.9

85% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Grandy
Jackson, MS
Jan 30, 2012

Great New Orleans getaway

This hotel has been renovated. It is beautiful. Full of great bars and great restaurants. The absolutely finest linens ever! Would stay there every time we go to New Orleans!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

4
suzym
Sarasota, FL, USA
Jan 23, 2012

Family VaCa

Great hotel , convenient to everything. Hotel staff was excellent!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Nailer
Philadelphia, PA
Nov 12, 2011

Back check in, Nice hotel.

Everything was great with the exception of our experience at check in. We arrived early so they did not have a room ready. They told me they would call me when they had a room ready. We walked around town for a few hours and returned at 3, which was our check in time. They still didnt have a room ready for us. I returned to the counter at 3:30, this time they had a room. For some reason, they never called me when this room was ready.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

4
chicago
Oct 3, 2011

glamor and good feelings

incomparable beauty. love the room, architecture, lobby, bar, etc. I guess I'd like to feel a bit more of the city's culture so I don't always have to go into the Quarter. some jazz, maybe a piano player in the bar so we dont have to pay $59 for a jazz/lunch buffet ( the band wasn't all that good. How about some real n'orleans stuff? Will return and recommend to everyone though. .

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Not Applicable

take the streetcars to see more of the city

Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

5
young lady
Dallas, TX
Aug 7, 2011

Fabulous Hotel in a great location!

Beautiful hotel the moment you walk in, great service and the room was totally clean.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Big Ken
New York, NY
Jul 14, 2011

Very nice and classy, great price!

It was an awesome experience. The hotel is absolutely beautiful!! You definitely feel like your money was well spent in this luxurious New Orleans hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful in every way necessary. Would definitely come back to this hotel again. Also, a perfect location! A 2 minute walk from the French Quarter.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

5
motherofboys
Prairieville, LA
Jul 4, 2011

Perfect.

We were pleasantly surprised with the beautiful decor and wonderful staff. But nothing compared to the housekeeping. Our room was immaculate. There was no buildup of unwanted trash and dust in the corners and the bathroom was immaculate. I am the type of traveler who usually wipes down the entire room and bed with Lysol before settling down into a hotel room. That was not needed here. And trust me I looked! We were also pleased with the room service which was prompt and tasty. We had an excellent stay!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Madame Librarian
Business
Tulsa, OK
Jun 27, 2011

Beautiful, Historic Hotel Visit

I attended the American Library Association National Convention. The Roosevelt Hotel was on the package but I like [...]so much I booked my reservation direct with [...]and received a better nightly rate. Upon checking in I was given a remodeled room with a shower only. When asking to change to a room with a tub the receptionist was very accomodating and offered a room on the same floor. She said a bellman would be right up with the new key. After 20 minutes I called to remind them I was waiting. After 20 more minutes I went to the front desk. The receptionist was not polite hinting that I was demanding and impatient when it was her lack of attention to detail and time that annoyed me. Other than this check in incident the entire visit was wonderful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Jack The Romancer
Mobile, AL
Jun 27, 2011

Roosevelt very nice

The hotel was great. Great location and great service. Wish they would have had a coffee maker in the room but we made out ok. The staff were very curtious and friendly. Valet was High (58.00) for one night. Other than that everything was great.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

1 or 2 blocks from the french quarter

Review of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Reviewer score

5
M Sigi
Minneapolis
Jun 25, 2011

A truly special place to stay

Beautifully renovated hotel! The original splendor of this grand building is impressively intact. We had a friendly reception from the staff at all times, and were equally impressed with the experiences at both John Besh's "Domenico," adjacent to the hotel lobby, and the Sazerac cocktail in the namesake bar. The pool area was also a memorable experience, as well as the time that we spent in our very well-appointed room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Not Applicable

For the more tourist friendly or super popular spots, try going mid-afternoon or during other off-hours to avoid sometimes block-long lines.

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