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Royal Sonesta New Orleans is a popular AAA Four-Diamond-rated hotel and casino that is famous for its combination of elegance and Southern refinement. It is located in the heart of the French quarter and has plenty of rich colors, wrought iron balconies, and a wonderful courtyard in order to create a memorable experience for every guest.
This hotel is easily accessed from the airport by complimentary shuttle, bus, taxi, private driver, and personal transportation. It has fantastic views of the Mississippi River to the south, and is only minutes away from Lake Pontcartrain by car. The famous New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum is within walking distance, as is the Louis Armstrong Park. There are also other interesting spots that guests can get to easily, such as the Audubon Aquarium as well as a number of historical sites.
Royal Sonesta New Orleans boasts nearly 500 newly-renovated guestrooms and suites, as well as a ballroom that is an excellent choice for use to host special events, such as corporate functions, weddings, and family celebrations. Rooms come with amenities like WiFi access, spacious bathrooms, telephones with voicemail, flat-screen TVs, and excellent views of the surrounding area.
In terms of things to do at the resort, there are plenty of choices. In addition to a wonderful pool to enjoy for some fun-in-the-sun, there is the Restaurant R'evolution where world-famous chefs, John Folse and Rick Tramonto, put unique spins on classic Creole and Cajun cuisines. There are also many venues to enjoy live jazz music, as well as a premier art collection to take in, and a fitness center to access.
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Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Low season | July |
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High season | February |
Average price (weeknight) | $241 |
Average price (weekend night) | $277 |
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans sits right on Bourbon Street, which has been an important lifeline of the area since the 18th century and oozes with history and (allegedly) ghosts of the past. The historic ambiance of the quarter allows you to imagine how life may have been a few centuries back and the themed hotel rooms create a special atmosphere to support that feeling.
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans boasts its own parking garage which is wedged between 700 Conti and Bienville Streets. Valet parking is the only option you have and costs approximately $43 per night for standard-sized vehicles. If you opt to park your car at the safe hotel parking lot, bear in mind that the valet services may take up to 20m to park or fetch your car upon request.
The Jazz Playhouse is the hotel’s proud entertainment establishment which gives you jazz music of the finest, combined with New Orleans inspired cocktails. The extensive and ever-changing event schedule of the club features jazz professionals who sway you into the right mood for your stay. Burlesque evenings reinstate the lascivious yet tasteful dance and music culture, which are always good for a show.
An interactive culinary event takes place daily at the Desire Oyster Bar, where oyster enthusiasts get to enjoy freshly prepared delicacies. The restaurant features a "raw bar", which means all fish and seafood is uncooked before you can watch the excellent chefs prepare it from scratch for you to enjoy. The contemporary bar lures in with modern black and white interior for a chic ambiance while Chefs Jeff Mattia and Quinlin Williams ensure the palate experience is topnotch.
The hotel seeks to accommodate your wishes as often as possible. Based on their room availability, an early check-in or late check-out are therefore generally possible and should be arranged with the hotel concierge beforehand.
Love is literally in the air with the Love Is In The Air Package that the Royal Sonesta New Orleans offers for couples. A fantastic accommodation is only part of the deal, and the party only really gets started with VIP reservation for The Jazz Playhouse and a welcome bottle of champagne to set off your time together. With daily gourmet breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres, your culinary needs are also met. If you are honeymooners who have come to enjoy the romantic mood of the city, the honeymoon suite will certainly be to your taste.
To get the full French Quarter feeling, the Bourbon Balcony Rooms promise to be a special treat. French doors swing open onto your own balcony that overlooks the signature street the hotel lies on. The newly renovated and furnished rooms, combined with the hotel’s historical remains, allow you an authentic glimpse into the quarter’s history. (Prices checked 03/06/19).
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is located at 300 Bourbon Street in French Quarter, 0.2 miles from the center of New Orleans. New Orleans Musical Legends Park is the closest landmark to The Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is 11.5 miles from New Orleans Louis Armstrong. The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is 66.9 miles from Gulfport Biloxi Regional.
Yes, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans has a pool onsite.
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Value for money | 7.8 |
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Distance to city center | 0.2 mi |
Nearest Airport | New Orleans Louis Armstrong |
Distance to airport | 11.5 mi |