The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130 US near Exit 235a on I-10 (~0.9mi)

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4.5 Star Property Near Canal Street

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Pool umbrellas
Swimming pool
Free WiFi
Number of poolside bars - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Stair-free path to entrance
24-hour fitness facilities
Smoke-free property

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12/21/2024 - 12/22/2024

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Our Hotel Planner Expert Reviews of The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Our expert planners periodically visit and review the hotels we represent in person.

"TRUE FOUR STAR PROPERTY IN THE HEART OF THE QUARTER"

Overall Score4.5/ 5

If you are like me, you take a 4 or 5 star hotel rating seriously. Nowadays, hotel rating systems seem relative. A property can claim they are four star because they offer a certain amount of amenities, without actually executing the level of SERVICE that sets them apart from their peers. The Royal Sonesta is here to fulfill not only your NEEDS as a traveler, but your WANTS as a vacationer. Yes, they have the amenities: pool, concierge, banquet facilities, and room service. But there is something more. Whether it’s the unique architecture that embodies the French influence of New Orleans, or the staff that make the Sonesta hum, entering the Sonesta from any of it's doorways is like stepping into another world. The rooms, while smaller than box brands, are beautifully appointed with half-canopies and luxury linens. There are several tiers of indulgence for most budgets, so if it’s a special occasion go ahead and splurge on a balcony, or the RClub Concierge level. All 483 smoke-free rooms are immaculately arranged and feature a fully stocked mini-bar. There are several options for dining, from the casual (and always busy) Desire Oyster Bar to the Revolution Restaurant and adjoining lounge. Mayfield's Jazz Club is a well-renowned live music venue, with no cover every day except Wednesday. Brides should know that this is a premiere wedding destination hotel, so be prepared to meet an F&B minimum to set your block here. The Royal Sonesta is a destination on its own, but if you walk out the door to any direction you will find everything the downtown has to offer.

Michele P from

26-Dec-2013 Verified Review

Verified Reviews of The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:

"Great staff, comfortable bed, clean, quiet, nice."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

This was my first stay but definitely will not be my last. Loved it! Beautiful, great staff, very quiet, very comfortable.

Gloria B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

23-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 21 to Mon Sep 23 2024 at a $150.14 average nightly rate.

"Excellent Example of New Orleans Hospitality."

Overall Score3.0/ 5

From the moment we arrived the welcoming warmth was felt. The atmosphere can't be manufactured. It has to come from the spirit of the staff and we experienced that from everyone. Our ONLY complaint was the housekeeping staff. In my particular room, the floor was not vacuumed and the floor mat/towel, as well as the washcloths, were not replaced. They left the used washcloths in the shower. We had traveled the previous day and it was sweltering there. By the time we arrived in our room to take another shower, it was pretty late and we didn't want to bother the front desk, but it did affect us from possibly recommending the hotel. Fortunately, we had brought additional towels. and the washcloths were There were 11 of us there to celebrate a 50th birthday. We came from Illinois and California. Honestly, we would have given your facility a five star review based on the earth, friendliness and repeated effort to go out of their way to make our visit the best possible.

Marcie W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

06-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 03 to Mon Aug 05 2024 at a $206.56 average nightly rate.

"Outstanding!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

My favorite hotel anywhere! Outstanding staff! Desire "Oyster Bar" is also my favorite breakfast spot! Hope to be back soon!

Andrew C. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from

04-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 30 to Sun Jun 02 2024 at a $276.60 average nightly rate.

"Beautiful Hotel & Service!"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

This hotel is beautiful; the staff is remarkably friendly and responsive to every problem that may be encountered by a guest. You couldn’t be more pleased with the concern and hospitality of this venue.

Susan D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

23-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 16 to Sat Apr 20 2024 at a $362.48 average nightly rate.

"Good Experience"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Good hotel experience.

Katie C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

10-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 09 to Mon Dec 11 2023 at a $283.27 average nightly rate.

"Great stay in New Orleans."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Great hotel. All staff friendly and professional.

Dewith C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

13-Jul-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 12 to Thu Jul 13 2023 at a $165.99 average nightly rate.

Customer Reviews of The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Property Description

With a stay at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans in New Orleans (French Quarter), you'll be steps from Bourbon Street and 9 minutes by foot from Jackson Square. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from French Market and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 483 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Cable programming and iPod docking stations are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Bourbon Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
New Orleans Jazz Museum - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
New Orleans Musical Legends Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Royal Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Canal Street - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Historic New Orleans Collection - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Decatur Street - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Napoleon House - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Preservation Hall - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Immaculate Conception Church - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
French Quarter Visitor Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Marie Laveau House of Voodoo - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The Shops at Canal Place - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Saenger Theatre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

The preferred airport for The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 25.7 km / 16 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in New Orleans? This hotel has 20000 square feet (1858 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.

Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including a nightclub, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.

Green Sustainability

Royal Sonesta Hotel is committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our operation through adopting initiatives to reduce, reuse and recycle at every opportunity possible. Guest Room Programs: •The guest room energy management system manages heating and cooling when guests are not present. •Guest rooms are now lit by state-of-the-art compact florescent lighting.•To reduce water consumption, low-flow faucets, showerheads and toilets were installed. •Guests have the option of reusing their bed linens and towels. Food & Beverage Programs: •Organic, local and sustainable food products are used whenever possible. •Air conditioning and lights are controlled by automated building system and turned off when meeting room is not occupied. •All leftover perishable food is utilized in the employee cafeteria. Business-wide Programs: •Building automation systems are used to efficiently control the building’s energy consumption, coordinating HVAC, boilers, chillers and common area lighting. •Use of latex paints vs. oil based paints in all hotel projects. •A horticulturalist on staff to maintain the lush, indigenous landscaping with as few chemical pesticides and fertilizers as possible.

Amenities / Features

Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
Shopping on site
Pool umbrellas
Conference space size (meters) - 1858
Swimming pool
Limo or town car service available
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 2
Number of poolside bars - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Bicycle rentals nearby
Recycling
No accessible shuttle
Visual alarms in hallways
Multilingual staff
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Segway rental/tour nearby
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Ballroom
Vending machine
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Meeting rooms
Nightclub
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Well-lit path to entrance

Year Built - 1969
Total number of rooms - 483
Number of floors - 7

Professional property host/manager
LGBTQ friendly
Parking height restrictions apply

Picnic area
Garden
Stair-free path to entrance
Wedding services
24-hour fitness facilities
Registration desk height (centimeters) - 76
Elevator door width (inches) - 36
Registration desk height (inches) - 30
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 91
Luggage storage
Express check-out
Business center
24-hour front desk
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Number of restaurants - 1
Housekeeping on request
Golfing nearby
Smoke-free property
Conference space
Valet parking (surcharge)
Terrace
Pool sun loungers
ATM/banking
Conference space size (feet) - 20000
24-hour business center
Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

I-10 West to International Airprot

Local Shuttle Info: Airport Shuttle$44.00 roundtrip

Breakfast Information

PJ''s Coffee Cafe Located in the lobby, PJ''s proudly offers premium roasted coffees and teas, along with freshly baked pastries. If you are not in the mood for coffee, choose from our selection of iced beverages and specialty sodas. Open daily from 7:00 AM –11:00 AM for a fee. We have 1 Restaurant and 2 Bars!

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

$75 non-refundable fee, No weight limit Pet must be leashed whenever it leaves the room. Pet may not be left unattended at any time or left kenneled in your guest room.

Parking Info

Valet parking fee: USD 55.00 + tax per night (in/out privileges)Destination fee (USD 19 + tax per day)

Internet / WiFI

Wireless Internet (complimentary, in public area and all rooms, included in daily destination fee)

Misc Fees / Policies

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
Parking height restrictions apply.
The property is professionally cleaned.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).