Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana

Swimming pool
Hotel exterior
Desire Oyster Bar Dining Room
Lobby
Deluxe Room
Swimming pool
Hotel exterior
Desire Oyster Bar Dining Room
Lobby
Deluxe Room

The hotel

Built in traditional French Quarter style, complete with gabled windows, French doors and wrought-iron balconies, the fabulous Royal Sonesta occupies a prime spot on Bourbon Street, one of New Orleans most famous locations. As well as very comfortable rooms, there’s a fantastic range of amenities, including a swimming pool and fitness room. Desire Oyster Bar with French doors leading out onto Bourbon Street is a casual bistro serving delicious local dishes. There’s also the Mystick for cocktails and live entertainment from Tuesday through to Saturday, so grab a drink and stake your place for what’s sure to be a good night out. Le Booze, also overlooking Bourbon Street, is a favourite meeting place for locals and if you’re an ice-cream fan, head to Daiquiri Delight Shop for an exotic concoction! Boasting AAA 4-diamond status, you’ll enjoy the convenience of a major hotel but with all the charm the Deep South can muster!

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Families
  • Babysitting service
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On world-famous Bourbon Street, steps away from restaurants, antique shops and jazz clubs.

Hotel information

483 rooms on 7 floors in 1 building. All with a view of the French Quarter or courtyard, air-conditioning, flatscreen TV with cable stations, telephone, radio, coffee maker, mini-bar*, safety deposit box, hairdryer, iron and board, and bathrobes. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping max 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Desire Oyster Bar (casual streetside bistro). The Mystick (cocktail lounge). Le Booze. Royal Café (drinks, pastries). Daiquiri Delight Shop (ice-cream parlour). Outdoor swimming pool and bar. Fitness room. Gift shop. Jewellery shop. Concierge. Babysitting service* (on request). Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Room service available*.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

Applies on certain dates and minimum 2-night stay applies when staying on a Saturday night.

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Another excellent visit to Royal Sonesta

Aug 23, 2019 smervin columbia

Have stayed here many times over the past and never disappointed. This stay was only for one night to attend a wine dinner. As a local we always enjoy our visits to the French Quarter and the Royal Sonesta. Parking was much better, not as chaotic. Hotel was impeccable as usual. Our room was perfect. As a Native of New Orleans I always stay at,… Read more
Have stayed here many times over the past and never disappointed. This stay was only for one night to attend a wine dinner. As a local we always enjoy our visits to the French Quarter and the Royal Sonesta. Parking was much better, not as chaotic. Hotel was impeccable as usual. Our room was perfect. As a Native of New Orleans I always stay at, and recommend the RS to friends and family coming in to visit New Orleans. The location is central to everything in the French Quarter Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely Hotel

Aug 22, 2019 amars662 New Orleans, Louisiana

I went to the Royal Sonesta for dinner. This is a beautiful hotel! It’s clean, modern and very nicely done! There’s a jazz bar, PJ’s Coffee, oyster bar and Restaurant R’evolution all on premises. The staff were welcoming as well. There’s a lovely courtyard in the middle of the property, and the hotel itself is located right smack dab in the middle… Read more
I went to the Royal Sonesta for dinner. This is a beautiful hotel! It’s clean, modern and very nicely done! There’s a jazz bar, PJ’s Coffee, oyster bar and Restaurant R’evolution all on premises. The staff were welcoming as well. There’s a lovely courtyard in the middle of the property, and the hotel itself is located right smack dab in the middle of everything. Bourbon Street is right outside the door. Read less
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Aug 22, 2019 timsouth2019

Seems like mostly all they have are double beds and the ones in our room were terribly uncomfortable . We requested queen size bed and reservation had queen size beds on it . and clerk at desk stated it was queen sized. But , was a double bed that was awful. I did complain and room rate was adjusted . Room location was great… Read more
Seems like mostly all they have are double beds and the ones in our room were terribly uncomfortable . We requested queen size bed and reservation had queen size beds on it . and clerk at desk stated it was queen sized. But , was a double bed that was awful. I did complain and room rate was adjusted . Room location was great near pool etc . Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating AWESOME hotel!!!

Aug 22, 2019 789cyrilt Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Hands down "the" best hotel to stay in the French Quarter!!! Celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary!!! This hotel and their Personnel who work there, from Bell-men, housekeeping and front desk are so kind and attentive. Beautiful hotel from the lobby, hallways and in your room are all very clean. Pool is a perfect touch! Stay here! We had a side… Read more
Hands down "the" best hotel to stay in the French Quarter!!! Celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary!!! This hotel and their Personnel who work there, from Bell-men, housekeeping and front desk are so kind and attentive. Beautiful hotel from the lobby, hallways and in your room are all very clean. Pool is a perfect touch! Stay here! We had a side balcony, with double French doors facing Benville Street from our room. About mid-way from Bourbon Street. Glad we didn't have a Bourbon Street facing balcony, too loud! Still could hear into the wee hrs of the morning, but not bad. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional , treated like royalty

Aug 22, 2019 HIKEANATOR

The hotel staff really went beyond what was expected or necessary to make our stay special. My wife is very particular about hotels ( and doesn't mind telling me about things that she thinks could be done better). All she could do was talk about how great everything was, and how she felt that " she was at home". She even told me she wanted to BUY… Read more
The hotel staff really went beyond what was expected or necessary to make our stay special. My wife is very particular about hotels ( and doesn't mind telling me about things that she thinks could be done better). All she could do was talk about how great everything was, and how she felt that " she was at home". She even told me she wanted to BUY a room. If she is happy I am happy.... Read less