The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Hotel
Overview
AAA Four-Diamond hotel on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter
Entertainment & Nightlife
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans houses The Jazz Playhouse, one of the top jazz clubs in New Orleans, offering nightly live jazz performances. Guests can also enjoy drink specials and sports viewing at Le Booze, a bar with an extensive whiskey list. For a classic New Orleans experience, the hotel's Bourbon Street balconies provide direct views of the lively street below.
On-Site Dining
The Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans features Restaurant R'evolution, serving upscale Cajun and Creole fare in a historic setting. At Desire Oyster Bar, guests can order charbroiled oysters and other seafood staples in a casual atmosphere. Le Booze Bar offers craft cocktails and a broad wine list, while PJ's Coffee Café provides fresh coffee drinks, light bites, and wine for a quick refuel.
Art & Culture
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans was one of the first corporate hotel art programs and now displays over 7000 pieces of contemporary art by internationally recognized artists. The AAA Four-Diamond Award property uses its lobby, hallways, and public spaces as a gallery for rotating works. This extensive collection allows visitors to experience a museum-quality art walk without leaving the hotel.
Recreation & Wellness
The heated outdoor pool is open year-round and sits on a third-floor courtyard deck with sun loungers and a poolside bar. A 24-hour fitness center equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and strength machines is available for guest use. The hotel also offers a tranquil courtyard garden and picnic area for relaxation away from Bourbon Street noise.
Location & Convenience
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Hotel sits directly on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, with Jackson Square and the French Market within a 10-minute walk. Guests receive comprehensive concierge services for booking tours, arranging car rentals, or securing dinner reservations. Valet parking is available in an underground garage, and the hotel is pet-friendly for travelers with furry companions.
- Entertainment: On-site Jazz Playhouse with nightly live music
- Dining: Restaurant R'evolution, Desire Oyster Bar, Le Booze Bar
- Art: Over 7000-piece contemporary art collection
- Rooms: Bourbon Street balconies or courtyard-side rooms
- Location: Directly on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
20 m²
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Bed options:2 Queen Size Beds
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Bathtub
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Room size:
28 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Bathtub
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Room size:
28 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Bathtub
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
USD 55 per day
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Picnic area/ Tables
Fitness centre
Seasonal outdoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Flat-screen TV
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
Room view
- City view
- Courtyard view
- Pool view
- Street view
- Partial View
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Separate tub and shower
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 47 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 12.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | New Orleans Lakefront, NEW |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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