The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

4.5 star property
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Street view
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Courtyard
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA, 70130
  • Bourbon Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Canal Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Mardi Gras
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • New Orleans, LA (NEW-Lakefront)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub (Patio)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (RClub)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Pool Patio Split Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Back Patio Split Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony ( Side Street, Furnished)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Side Street, Furnished)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Interior)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(107 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Level)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (Bourbon Furnished)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Bourbon Furnished)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

New Orleans

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.

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
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Famous Door - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bourbon Street Drinkery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Old Absinthe House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mambo's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Beach On Bourbon - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Luxury New Orleans hotel in French Quarter with 2 restaurants
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans offers 483 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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.

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 shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
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.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a 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 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
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.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
Desire Oyster Bar - This bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Restaurant R’evolution - This restaurant specializes in Cajun/Creole cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Le Booze - This bar serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
PJ's Coffee Cafe - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
The Jazz Playhouse - Onsite bistro. Open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–11:30 AM: USD 16-20 per person
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space (20000 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • 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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 46.48 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Utility fee (between 28 February and 04 March): USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 29.05 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Partner property access
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • 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 accommodation, 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 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathalia

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn, Vassar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I have stayed here twice now and absolutely love! Our #1 recommendation to eveyone. The staff and incredible from the front desk clerks to the restaurant staff all the way to housekeeping. Its right on bourbon st so you are close to the action. They have hotel staff at night ourside the doors to help you in and keep the trouble out. Its just an amazing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet Lewis

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Portland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Sonesta is a beautiful hotel in the heart of the French Quarter. We love the comfortable and quiet haven to come home to after the busyness of the day (and action and music on Bourbon Street). We have been here many time and will be back again soon. This year we had amazing service from the doorman who was so friendly welcoming us (and everyone else) back with flourish and the concierge, Joseph, who helped us book a great tour. A special thank you to Armani at Reception who made sure we had the right room for us. Armani was helpful and very professional. We appreciated Armani's help very much! All employees we came across we very helpful and pleasant. Our room was clean, comfortable. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely hotel in fun location
Location was great, The staff was very friendly and helpful. Multiple bars and restaurants.at the hotel. Rooms had everything we wanted except a microwave. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michele

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed was terribly uncomfortable. The head was lower than the feet. Couldn’t eat at the restaurant because it was too booked, someone pulled the fire alarm at 4 am and didn’t sleep well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to be on top of all the a action, this is the place to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, good pool area and bar, Patrick was a pleasure! Rooms good size, spacious, comfy bed. Wash facilities average, low pressure and took a while to heat up. Towels on the small side. No water provided in room, $10 at reception, buy at the store! Cleanliness let it down dramatically, we had to ask at reception twice for our room to be serviced.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter, Orange

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful staff and very convenient to everything in the French Quarter!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was nice and welcoming. Main lobby, courtyard, and pool areas were fantastic but the interior of the room was a little outdated and needed some updates
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfort in the Big Easy!
The hotel was clean and the location was very convenient. We at at both hotel restaurants and they were excellent. The staff was always helpful and professional. And we think the hotel is a fine value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Terra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Won't stay again
It would have been nice to know when we booked this very expensive room over looking Bourbon street with a balcony that there would be construction right in front making noise all day. The room was basic, the refrigerator didn't work. They said they would send someone up right away and didn't. Our food spoiled. They said they would credit back some funds but i have yet to see it. I don't think i would stay here again. The price was very high for what we did and didn't receive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
V
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eat out
Very nice hotel. Walking distance to everything in French Quarter. Food was average compared to the restaurants not in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Best Time ever
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles, Sun Valley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much to like but a rough neighborhood to stay in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ginger

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul william, kankakee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was superb. The hotel had an old world charm and elegance to it. If I had to complain, I would say they need a heater for the pool. It was freezing. Other than that I have no complaints at all. Would stay there again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024