The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

4.5 star property
Hotel with nightclub, steps from Bourbon Street

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Lobby
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available

Explore the area

300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA, 70130
  • Popular LocationBourbon Street1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCaesars Superdome4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational World War II Museum11 min drive
  • AirportNew Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)28 min drive

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Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (RClub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Corner (Executive Level)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Pool Patio Split Level)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Back Patio Split Level)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.5/10 Very Good
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6/10 Very Good
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Furnished Balcony (Bourbon Balcony)

7.6/10 Good
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility, Interior Furnished Balcony)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Furnished Balcony (Side Street Balcony)

8.9/10 Excellent
  • 262 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Interior Furnished Balcony)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Furnished Balcony (Interior)

8.5/10 Very Good
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Furnished Balcony (Interior)

8.2/10 Very Good
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing, Interior Furnished Balcony)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Level)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Level)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Level, Hearing)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Level, Mobility)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Located in French Quarter, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is adjacent to Bourbon Street and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Jackson Square. This 483-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 1 min walk
  • Jackson Square - 9 min walk
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 20 min walk
  • Caesars Superdome - 4 min drive
  • National World War II Museum - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Canal at Bourbon Stop - 3 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 11 min drive
  • The preferred airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY): 28-min drive, 16 mi/25.7 km.

Restaurants

  • ‪Bourbon Street Drinkery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Beach On Bourbon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Famous Door - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crescent City Pizza Works - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Hotel with nightclub, steps from Bourbon Street
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans features a nightclub, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Valet parking is available for USD 55 per day, and there's also limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. IPod docks, refrigerators, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 55 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 16 to 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Desire Oyster Bar
  • Le Booze
  • PJ's Coffee Cafe
  • Restaurant R’evolution

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 20,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 46.48 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 29.05 per accommodation, per night
  • Utility fee (between 28 February and 04 March): USD 35 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 16 to 20 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 55 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 46.48 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Royal Sonesta
Royal Sonesta Hotel
Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans
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New Orleans Royal Sonesta
New Orleans Sonesta Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

As of Jun 10, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans on Jul 8, 2024 start from $145.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

This hotel is situated in French Quarter, just steps from Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and within a short walk of Saenger Theatre. You'll also find Caesars New Orleans Casino and Mississippi River less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 55 per day with in/out privileges.

Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans have a casino?

No, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Royal Sonesta New Orleans a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Desire Oyster Bar.

Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

The closest major airport to The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), which is 16 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.

Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans.

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 591 out of 2597 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The desk staff and bellhops were great. Especially Malcolm!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, safe and where the action is. Convenient dining options and transportation if needed. Walking distance to just about everything. Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Katie K

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sonesta is in the heart of Bourbon St action. The hotel is a quiet oasis in the noisy area. You will need an interior room if you want quiet. The pool was a nice get away from the busy bourbon street.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. My son celebrated his 21st birthday, and he really liked the location of the hotel. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brandon

Traveled with family
We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the Royal Sonesta and the great location !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dedra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wade was amazing !!! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ledi, San Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff , location is excellent. Could be a bit crazy and loud around bourbon street so make sure to get a quiet room away from all the actions
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024