THE ROYAL SONESTA NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans
Hotel Details
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans - A landmark French Quarter hotel with jazz lounge, fine dining, and art collection
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, this AAA Four-Diamond New Orleans hotel houses an impressive 6000-piece art collection featuring works by Andy Warhol, Frank Stella, and Roy Lichtenstein. The Royal Sonesta offers multiple dining venues including Restaurant R'evolution for Cajun-Creole fine dining, Desire Oyster Bar with fresh Gulf seafood, and The Jazz Playhouse showcasing local jazz talent. A heated outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness center complement the property's amenities. Guest rooms feature balconies overlooking Bourbon Street or the courtyard, with modern amenities and traditional French Quarter design elements. PJ's Coffee Cafe serves locally-roasted coffee and light meals, while five historic dining rooms accommodate private functions. The hotel sits directly on Bourbon Street, two blocks from Canal Street's streetcar lines and within walking distance to Jackson Square and the French Market.
Pros
Houses one of the first corporate hotel art collections with over 7000 contemporary works
Features expert oyster shuckers preparing fresh Gulf oysters at Desire's raw bar
Offers nightly live jazz performances by the city's top musicians
Maintains a seasonal outdoor heated pool, rare in the French Quarter
Cons
Located 9.5 miles from New Orleans Lakefront Airport
Bourbon Street's nighttime pedestrian-only policy may affect vehicle access
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Valet parking
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had an incredibly disappointing experience at this hotel. Despite the frustrating check-in issues and an unannounced visit from housekeeping, two employees tried their best to help. On the flip side, my friends enjoyed a fantastic stay with accommodating staff and a prime location, making it perfect for a fun trip. There's a clear divide in experiences, so manage your expectations well if you choose this hotel.
