The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

New Orleans' energy comes alive at this French Quarter hotel, where guests can dine at the Desire Oyster Bar, shop on-site, and relax poolside near Bourbon Street

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May 2026

June 2026

Outdoor pool, open 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - The Royal Sonesta New Orleans (New Orleans)

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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, steps from Bourbon Street, is the perfect base for French Quarter adventures. Enjoy the on-site coffee shop, cool off at the pool with a drink, browse hotel shops, or walk to Jackson Square after sampling fresh oysters.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Gym

includes taxes & fees

21 May - 22 May

Room options

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Tonight

Apr 28 - Apr 29

Tomorrow

Apr 29 - Apr 30

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Excellent

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Very good

City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Level)

Good

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Level)

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (RClub)

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Very good

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Back Patio Split Level)

Very good

528 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Pool Patio Split Level)

Exceptional

408 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

350 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Excellent

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Semi-Private Balcony (Interior)

Good

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds (Roll-In Shower)

Very good

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Bourbon Furnished)

City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Sofa Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (Bourbon Furnished)

City view
Sleeps 3
2 King Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Interior)

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 3
2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Bathtub (Patio)

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Wonderful

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Located in French Quarter, a neighbourhood in New Orleans, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include Bourbon Street and Jackson Square, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try National World War II Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Caesars Superdome. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including segway rentals/tours and golfing. Visit our New Orleans travel guide

300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA, 70130

What's nearby

Bourbon Street
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Royal Street
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Mardi Gras
6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Jackson Square
8 min walk - 0.5 miles
French Market
10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

Canal at Bourbon Stop
3 min walk
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
11 min drive
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
28 min drive

Restaurants

Bourbon Street Drinkery
1 min walk
Mambo’s
1 min walk
Old Absinthe House
1 min walk
The Beach on Bourbon
1 min walk
Cafe Beignet, Bourbon Street
1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Luxury hotel near Bourbon Street

Located close to Jackson Square and French Market, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans provides a nightclub, a poolside bar and a terrace. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Cajun/Creole cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.

You'll also find perks such as:

Swimming pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge)
An outdoor pool, express check-out and concierge services
Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, pool and helpful staff

Room features

All 483 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the quietness rooms at the property.

Other amenities include:

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and fridges

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includes taxes & fees

12 May - 13 May

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 16 to 20 per person
2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

24-hour gym
Nightclub
Outdoor pool
Shopping
Stereo

Family friendly

In-room cot
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services

Business services

20,000 square feet of conference space
24-hour business centre
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Outdoor entertainment area
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Grab bar in shower (122 centimetre high)
Lever door handles
Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
Magnifying mirror
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchairs on site

More

7 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1969
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels
IPod dock

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator

More

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
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 at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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 on 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.

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

Utility fee (between 05 February and 09 February): USD 45 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee: USD 29.19 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Fitness centre access
In-room coffee
Phone calls
Pool access
Wired Internet access (may be limited)

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 transport 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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Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

As of 28 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans on 21 May 2026 start from £114, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Royal Sonesta New Orleans pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

Valet parking is available for USD 55 per day.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Royal Sonesta New Orleans located?

Located in French Quarter, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bourbon Street and Jackson Square. French Market and Ernest N. Morial Convention Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Canal at Bourbon Stop and Canal at Carondelet Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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9.0

Cleanliness

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9.0

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great comfortable room and friendly staff

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

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6/10 Okay

Xiaobing

7 Apr 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not much to say about this one, good location, everything else seems to be just fine

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

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10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

13 Mar 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Amazingly friendly and helpful staff throughout our stay!! Clean, safe, and within walking distance of almost everything you’d want to be able to see!

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