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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

300 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA, USA, 70130-2213
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Located in the heart of New Orleans’ iconic French Quarter, the Royal Sonesta New Orleans is more than a place to stay, it is a gateway to the spirit of the city. Authentic jazz, vibrant nightlife and refined Southern design create an atmosphere that is unmistakably New Orleans. Traditional gabled windows, ornate wrought-iron balconies, and a lush courtyard provide a setting as captivating as the neighborhood that surrounds it. The hotel offers more than 20,000 square feet of distinctive meeting and event space, featuring unique venues ideal for conferences, celebrations and special gatherings. Couples can celebrate romantic courtyard weddings, while guests seeking a front-row view of the French Quarter can enjoy private Bourbon Street balconies overlooking one of the world’s most famous streets. Home to several celebrated dining and entertainment venues including Restaurant R’evolution, The Jazz Playhouse, Desire Oyster Bar, Le Booze and PJ’s Coffee. The Royal Sonesta delivers the best of New Orleans all under one roof. The Royal Sonesta New Orleans features 483 beautifully appointed guest rooms, including 36 suites, blending timeless elegance with the warm hospitality for which New Orleans is known. This Four Diamond hotel is within walking distance of the Central Business District, world-famous restaurants, and historic landmarks, and is approximately 16 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

Venue Details

ChainSonesta
BrandRoyal Sonesta
Built1969
Renovated2016
Total meeting space20,241 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms483
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
AWARDS & ACCOLADES 3x AAA Inspector's Best of Housekeeping Award (2020 – 2022) 2021 - 2023 Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice "Best of the Best" Award 2023 U.S. News & World Report's Best Hotels Gold 7x AAA Four-Diamond award Four Fodor's Best Awards in 2018: The Best Hotel Pools in New Orleans, 7 Best Hotel Restaurants in New Orleans The Absolute Best Places to Stay in New Orleans for Mardi Gras No. 1 ranking in The Best Hotels for Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties in New Orleans 9x Gold Key Award from Meeting & Conventions 11x Pinnacle Award by Successful Meetings 6x Excellence by Corporate & Incentive Travel

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Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Luggage storage
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Jun 10, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Feb 09 - Mar 20Oct 15 - Nov 01Apr 06 - May 08
Shoulder season
Low season
Dec 12 - Dec 28Jun 23 - Sep 04

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Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
20,241 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,000 sq. ft.
Space (private)
21,183 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
45
Second largest room
2,500 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
5,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
2,430 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
3,400 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
600
Seating capacity
400

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Oak Alley & Madewood Download PDF
Oak Alley & Madewood
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Foyer
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Evangeline C
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Madewood

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
483
Single (1 bed)
356
Double (2 beds)
127
Suites
36
Tax rate
16.75%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 16 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $55.00/day )

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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Royal Sonesta New Orleans's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Many new strategies and daily initiatives will be introduced to run our hotels more efficient and earth friendly. We have reduced paper by introducing communication via electronic technology. Energy and water reduction will continue to be a top priority.
Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Hotel limits the amount plastic and paper products when possible

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Royal Sonesta New Orleans and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Royal Sonesta New Orleans's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
N/A

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, WHO, CDC, ECOLAB INC
Does The Royal Sonesta New Orleans clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Rigorous cleaning protocols and use of hospital grade disinfectants (CDC approved), public areas santized at least every 3 hours. Electrostatic sprayers used in public areas
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