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The 17 Best Luxury Hotels in New Orleans

The 17 Best Luxury Hotels in New Orleans

New Orleans thrums with life. From the colourful festivals to the buzzing jazz music venues, not to mention the thriving gastronomic scene which has developed from a unique combination of Caribbean, African and European influences. With so much to offer, this is the perfect choice for a city break. To complete the perfect getaway it pays to book one of the city's luxury hotels. As unique as the city itself, the best luxury hotels in New Orleans vary in style from grand old dames to vibrant contemporary stays. Our hotel experts have hand-selected their favourite luxury hotels across the city, chosen for their design, service, facilities, and location. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next break?

For a five star

Ritz Carlton New Orleans is a grand dame of a hotel and one of the city's most indulgent spots. Spacious rooms and suites are traditionally designed and the lounges feel like something from a stately home. The full-service spa and fine dining complete the picture. A refined choice.

For contemporary style

W New Orleans is a stylish modern stay perfectly placed in downtown. Choose this property for the hip 'W hotel' feel, the high tech rooms, the fine dining restaurant, and the gorgeous pool. For a little extra indulgence, choose the Studio for the courtyard and private outdoor hot tub.

For classic design

Hotel Monteleone is a supremely elegant four-star hotel dating back to 1886. Set in the French Quarter you are just minutes from the action. However, inside is an oasis of calm with opulent design (think chandeliers and antiques), the popular Carousel Bar, a heated rooftop pool, and a full-service day spa.
Le Pavillon is the city's oldest hotel and is packed full of historic charm. Spacious rooms have been spruced up to give a chic take on traditional design. Downstairs, the bar and lobby have a feel of elegance from a bygone era with chandeliers and period features. A well priced and characterful option.
Terrell House is an Italianate stucco mansion with authentic period features in the Lower Garden District. Southern-inspired interiors marry exquisite antique furnishings and oriental rugs in beautifully appointed rooms. Relax in the parlour, den, covered porch and leafy brick courtyard with fountains. A chic hideaway.
Bourbon Orleans Hotel is a grand hotel in the French Quarter. Elegant interiors feature chandeliers, marble pillars, and lofty rooms. A classic restaurant serves Creole dishes and the bar slings an excellent cocktail. With a pretty courtyard pool, this property is unbeatable for its style and location.
Omni Royal Orleans is a long-standing luxury hotel boasting some serious old-school elegance. Rooms feature antiques, marble bathrooms, and the best have French doors leading onto a patio. With a rooftop pool, a noteworthy bar and restaurant, and outstanding service — this one is hard to beat.

For families

The Roosevelt is a historic five-star set in an imposing building well-positioned in CBD. Interiors are grand with high ceilings and chandeliers while rooms are well-appointed and luxurious. With an excellent spa and rooftop pool this is not an immediately obvious family choice. However you'll find kids' options in the restaurants and even the spa, plus seasonal children’s programmes. Perfect for all the family.

For a spa

Windsor Court Hotel is a grand dame of a hotel well located beside the French Quarter. Despite the 300+ rooms and suites, this hotel has an intimate feel with stand out service and none of that replicated chain feel. Interiors are elegant and traditional and boast an impressive British old master art collection. Complete with an award-winning spa and rooftop pool — this is a grown-up choice.

For great value

NOPSI Hotel is a chicly converted utility office located near CBD. Vast rooms are cleanly styled while the dining options, atmospheric gin bar and chic rooftop pool make this an alluring stay. With rooms starting at just $120 it is great value too!

For a decadent stay

Maison de La Luz is luxurious and intimate in the extreme — glittering with the essence of New Orleans decadence and style. With custom furniture and a bespoke concierge service, this establishment gives a true sense of Southern elegance, glamour, and hospitality.

For a lively stay

Royal Sonesta New Orleans is an elegant hotel with an impressive array of amenities. Pick this property for the fine dining restaurant, renowned oyster bar, and an ever popular jazz club. Rooms exude classic elegance and there's a pool too — a real 'has it all' option.

For a rooftop pool

Jung Hotel is an enormous property occupying an entire block. This grand hotel features glittering chandeliers, chic grey furniture, and vintage-style lifts. The lively Creole restaurant and fabulous rooftop bar and pool, however, are the real lure.

For a boutique

Melrose Mansion is a luxury boutique hotel set in a mansion on the edge of the French Quarter. The suites come in different forms but all are undeniably cool combining original features, such as hardwood floors and beamed ceilings, with simple white design and black&white photography. An outdoor pool seals the deal.
Soniat House is set across two colonial townhouses right in the heart of the French quarter. Now a charming boutique hotel, expect elegant interiors, leafy courtyards, and warm Southern hospitality. An intimate luxury choice, ideal for those who want an authentic traditional experience.

For trendsetters

The Eliza Jane is a luxury hotel set in a restored 19th-century building. Inside, exposed, painted brick walls preserve a sense of the building's heritage, while plush furnishings with brass accents add some serious style. With an atmospheric brasserie and bar, this is a hip choice.
The Pontchartrain is a hip retro hotel offering impeccably friendly service and old-school chic design. Rooms are elegant and light, and come complete with Mad Men-esque minibars! While the Caribbean fine-dining restaurant & chic rooftop bar complete the picture. Ideal for a fun-loving New Orleans stay.

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- W New Orleans New Orleans (Louisiana) 98 rooms from $335
  
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  Private Hot Tub  -  Book the Studio for your courtyard and private outdoor hot tub
  Great walks  -  With Jackson Square just around the corner.
  Sights nearby  -  New Orleans Jazz Museum is just 200m away.
  Restaurant  -  Recommended.
  
  Modern, downtown hotel near to Jackson Square and Riverwalk offers an outdoor pool and on site restaurant. Rooms have it all in the way of electricals, are luxuriously spacious and modern. Fine dining at Sobou, relaxing by the pool with a book from the library or exploring the city in close reach. See More
  
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- Ritz Carlton New Orleans New Orleans 527 rooms from $329
  
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  Local exploring  -  Perfectly located near the historic French Quarter with easy access to the attractions and restaurants of downtown and CBD areas
  5* Luxury  -  This grand dame has all the luxury trimmings from elegant interiors to a spoiling spa and fine dining
  Spa  -  One of the few 'destination spas' in the city - spread out on the ground floor level with 22 treatment rooms
  Restaurant  -  M Bistro is a semi-casual farm-to-table dining spot with Louisiana influences in the menu
  
  Well-positioned by the French Quarter and beautifully styled, this grand dame of a hotel is one of the city's most indulgent spots. Spacious rooms and suites are traditionally designed and the lounges feel like something from a stately home. The full-service spa and fine dining complete the picture. See More
  
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- The Roosevelt New Orleans 504 rooms from $235
  
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  Families  -  Very family friendly with kids' options in the restaurants and even the spa plus seasonal children’s programmes are organised
  Local exploring  -  Set in the Central Business District meaning it is just a short walk to the French Quarter and Canal Street
  Historic  -  This century-old building offers a classic stay in the heart of the city
  Restaurant  -  A good range of eateries that vary from a casual cafe to an American fine dining restaurant
  
  A historic five-star set in an imposing building well-positioned in CBD. The chandelier adorned lobby is an impressive entrance while rooms are slightly more subdued, yet well-appointed and luxurious. Expect a spoiling spa, rooftop pool, numerous eateries, and high-end service. Luxury defined. See More
  
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- Windsor Court Hotel New Orleans 316 rooms from $259
  
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  Spa
  Artworks
  Cooking classes - Food lovers and historians should head to Southern Food & Beverage Museum to learn about Southern cuisine.
  Sights nearby - Tours galore - from boat to walking, plantation to city - be sure to catch one of them.
  
  Top New Orleans luxury hotel offers southern hospitality, spa and rooftop pool, and a great art collection. Light, airy rooms decorated in the English style, top notch service. See More
  
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- NOPSI Hotel New Orleans 217 rooms from $122
  
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  Local exploring  -  Set in the Central Business District, offering easy access to the French Quarter and the Warehouse/Arts district
  Sights nearby  -  Visit Jackson Square to admire the spectacular St Louis Cathedral
  Restaurant  -  Public Service serves up dishes inspired by the Gulf Coast
  Swimming Pool  -  Roof terrace pool
  
  Once a utility office now a surprisingly grand hotel. NOPSI offers a great location in the Central Business District alongside exciting dining options, an atmospheric gin bar and a chic rooftop pool. Rooms are vast and cleanly styled. A great value stay in the heart of the city. See More
  
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- The Pontchartrain New Orleans 106 rooms from $219
  
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  City Style  -  Undeniably hip, with tantalizing cocktails on the rooftop, atmospheric fine-dining, and impeccable retro design
  Sights nearby  -  Audubon Park and Audubon Zoo are easily accessible and well worth a visit
  Restaurant  -  Caribbean Room restaurant is an exemplary fine-dining experience
  Full of character
  
  A hip retro hotel offering impeccably friendly service and old-school chic design. A total refurbishment has bought this historic hotel back to life. Rooms are elegant and light complete with Mad Men-esque minibars. While the Caribbean fine-dining restaurant & chic rooftop bar complete the picture. See More
  
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- Omni Royal Orleans New Orleans (Louisiana) 345 rooms from $179
  
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  Local exploring  -  A luxury choice in the French Quarter. Find restaurants, boutiques, live music venues, and attractions within walking distance
  Foodies  -  The Rib Room restaurant is set in a classic wood-panelled dining room with exacting service and an outstanding menu
  Sights nearby  -  Head to Jackson Square to marvel at the gothic St Louis cathedral
  Swimming Pool  -  Salt water pool on the roof terrace
  
  A long-standing luxury hotel in the historic French Quarter, offering old-school elegance. Rooms feature antiques, marble bathrooms, and the best have French doors leading onto a patio. With a rooftop pool, a noteworthy bar & restaurant, and outstanding service - this one is hard to beat. See More
  
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- Maison de la Luz New Orleans 67 rooms from $320
  
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  City Style  -  A short walk away from the French Quarter and Storyville, this property is set in the beating heart of the New Orleans nightlife
  Hideaway  -  Private sanctuary and reverie are the watchwords of this furtive yet flamboyant establishment, the ideal luxury bolthole
  Romantic Break  -  Decadent and plush, rooms are equipped with bespoke and louche amenities and design to set a romantic scene
  Sights nearby  -  Around the corner from Lafayette Square and a short walk from Spanish Plaza and the picturesque French Quarter
  
  Luxurious and intimate in the extreme, Maison de la Luz glitters with the essence of New Orleans decadence and style. Custom furniture, fixtures, fittings and a bespoke concierge service. This establishment gives a true sense of Southern elegance, glamour, and hospitality. See More
  
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- Soniat House New Orleans 30 rooms from $244
  
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  Local exploring  -  In the French Quarter, close to the National World War II Museum, the Audubon Aquarium and the New Orleans World Trade Centre
  Full of character
  Restrictions on children  -  Children over the age of 10 are welcome at the hotel
  Local markets  -  Good for local colour.
  Recommended by  -  Tablet, Mr & Mrs Smith, Small Luxury Hotels
  
  Peaceful and atmospheric, these historic townhouses in the French Quarter offer quiet seclusion, elegant interior design, quite leafy courtyards, and southern charm. See More
  
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- Hotel Monteleone New Orleans (Louisiana) 570 rooms from $299
  
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  Sights nearby  -  St Louis Cathedral is an 18th Century architectural beauty.
  Views  -  Great views from hotel
  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  Outstanding location
  
  Family owned 1886 traditional hotel in heart of French Quarter welcomes guests with marble floors, glittering chandeliers and a chiming grandfather clock. Large, comfortable rooms with all the mod-cons. Carousel Bar revolves every 15 minutes and a popular spot in town. Perfect for local adventures. See More
  
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- Le Pavillon, New Orleans New Orleans 226 rooms from $139
  
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  Local exploring  -  The French Quarter is within walking distance making this a convenient choice for exploring the city on foot
  Historic  -  One of New Orleans' oldest hotels, expect a real sense of grandeur
  Sights nearby  -  The Mercedes-Benz Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints, is just minutes away
  Restaurant  -  Contemporary American food served at the bar Cachette 1907
  
  A grand hotel (and one of the city's oldest) conveniently set in the Central Business District. Spacious rooms have been spruced up to give a chic take on traditional design. Downstairs the bar & lobby have a feel of elegance from a bygone era with chandeliers and period features. An authentic stay. See More
  
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- The Eliza Jane New Orleans (Louisiana) 196 rooms from $192
  
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  Romantic Break  -  With romantic suites and a cosy French brasserie perfect for a special dinner, book this hotel for a couples' city break
  Local exploring  -  Situated just two blocks from the French Quarter, this hotel is perfectly placed for local exploring in New Orleans
  City Style  -  Set in a heritage property with French-style interiors, book this hotel for local New Orleans glamour
  Local markets  -  Discover the best regional cuisine with a trip to the St Roch Market, a food hall featuring a thoughtfully-curated mix of stalls
  
  This luxury hotel is set in a restored 19th-century property two blocks from the celebrated French Quarter in New Orleans. Inside, exposed, painted brick walls preserve a sense of the building's heritage, while plush furnishings with brass accents add a hint of indulgence, creating a chic city stay. See More
  
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- Terrell House New Orleans 14 rooms from $269
  
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  Weddings  -  Intimate wedding venue for between 20 - 120 guests. The brick courtyard and beautiful rooms offer a range of different spaces
  Romantic Break  -  Book one of the Main House suites for a luxe stay with chandeliers, silk draperies, four poster beds & decorative fireplaces
  City Style  -  Exquisite and lovingly-designed interiors which pay homage to the past but offer spoiling levels of comfort
  Sights nearby  -  Garden District is made up of tree-lined streets and beautifully preserved 19th century mansions; spend days exploring on foot
  
  Italianate stucco mansion with authentic period features in the Lower Garden District. Southern-inspired interiors marry exquisite antique furnishings and oriental rugs in beautifully appointed rooms. Relax in the parlour, den, covered porch and leafy brick courtyard with fountains. A chic hideaway. See More
  
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- Royal Sonesta New Orleans New Orleans 483 rooms from $229
  
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  Foodies  -  Restaurant R’evolution serves exemplary fine dining and the Desire Oyster Bar is a more casual spot for moreish Creole classics
  City Style  -  This is a real city classic - elegant and grand with superb dining and drinking options as well as a lively jazz bar
  Sights nearby  -  Visit Audubon Zoo, the Aquarium of the Americas or Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World
  Swimming Pool  -  Heated outdoor pool
  
  An elegant hotel with many attractions including a fabulous fine-dining restaurant, one of the city's best oyster bars and a popular jazz club. Rooms are stylish and classic with Art Deco furniture and many have french doors & balconies. With a pool and exemplary service, this property has it all! See More
  
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- Bourbon Orleans Hotel New Orleans (French Quarter (Vieux Carré)) 218 rooms from $187
  
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  City Style  -  The building was once a ballroom & then a convent - its grand proportions make it really stand out
  Local exploring  -  Set in the heart of the French Quarter, locations don't get much more convenient than this
  Fishing  -  The property has partnered with Marsh & Bayou so guests can take advantage of professional fishing trips at special rates
  Restaurant  -  Roux on Orleans serves classic Creole dishes
  
  A grand hotel set in the heart of the French Quarter. Elegant interiors feature chandeliers, marble pillars, and lofty rooms. A classic restaurant serves Creole dishes and the bar slings an excellent cocktail. With a pretty courtyard pool, this property is unbeatable for its style and location. See More
  
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- The Jung Hotel & Residence New Orleans 207 rooms from $89
  
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  Local exploring  -  A streetcar passes right by the hotel making the main attractions easily accessible and the French Quarter is easily walkable
  City Style  -  Occupying a whole block - this grand hotel has glittering chandeliers, chic grey furniture, and vintage-style lifts
  Sights nearby  -  Take the hotel shuttle to Mardi Gras World - where the floats for the famous event are created
  Restaurant  -  Creole cuisine at the Jung Hotel Restaurant
  
  A grand hotel spread across an entire block near the French Quarter. Elegant rooms are simply styled with chic grey furniture and luxurious bathrooms. Creole cuisine is served in the restaurant and a rooftop pool and bar are a real draw. A sophisticated choice in a quiet yet convenient location. See More
  
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- Melrose Mansion New Orleans 21 rooms from $107
  
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  Local exploring  -  Set in an upmarket neighbourhood on the edge of the French Quarter meaning that all the buzz of the city is just a stroll away
  Boutique  -  A beautifully renovated 19th century mansion which merges simple modern design with the building's original features
  Sights nearby  -  Jackson Square and the gothic St Louis Cathedral are a real must see
  Whirlpool Bathtub  -  Contemporary Jacuzzi Suites offer oversized jetted tubs
  
  An elegant boutique hotel set in a mansion on the edge of the French Quarter. The suites come in different forms but all combine original features, such as hardwood floors and beamed ceilings, with simple white design. An outdoor pool is a real luxury and restaurants and bars are just a stroll away. See More
  
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