82 Best Hotels in New Orleans, Louisiana

New Orleanians rejoice at the return of this Civil Rights and music-history landmark: a thoughtful team restored Central City's iconic Dew Drop Inn to its former glory (plus modern amenities). In its heyday, The Dew Drop's lounge was "the South's swankiest spot," a symbol of inclusivity and safety for Black travelers, and a bright icon of Black entrepreneurship in the Jim Crow South. Legends like Ray Charles, Little Richard, Irma Thomas, and Fats Domino, hung out here, helping coin the first sounds of rock n' roll in the '50s and '60s. This new iteration honors its history with a small museum and nods to former musical guests throughout. Rooms are simple but stylish, and service is as friendly as it gets. A new back patio and pool is a welcome addition. Music lovers should book one of the Inn's two VIP suites---part hotel suite, part green room---with open windows looking out over the music venue stage.

Many of the open, airy rooms offer views of the French Quarter, Canal Street, and the Mississippi River. Amenities include an outdoor pool, fitness center, and free Wi-Fi.

Inspired by the printing press it once housed (and the trailblazing female publisher who ran it), this well-appointed, sleek hotel integrates thoughtful design and details into the building’s original warehouse structure. The open courtyards, exposed brick and beams, and well-above-average French dishes at the restaurant Couvant all elevate the hotel beyond a typical chain (it is part of the Hyatt Unbound Collection). Other perks are the spacious, chic rooms, a loungey living room area (with fireplace and bar), and the well-stocked gym, complete with a Peloton bike.

If your primary destination is the convention center (three blocks away) or the restaurants, galleries, and museums in the Warehouse District, these suites with bedrooms and separate parlors are a great choice. Most units have balconies, along with several phones and two 40-inch flat-screen televisions. Cocktails and light snacks are served at the evening reception. Several award-winning restaurants are located within walking distance.

With a heart-of-the-party Bourbon Street location, the most coveted of the well-kept rooms here (especially during Mardi Gras) are the ones with balconies overlooking the street. Rooms are classic business style with some traditional flavor; those facing the courtyard and pool are quieter and a better choice for guests not prepared for 24-hour activity.

A stylish choice for those who want to be near the action (and don't mind hearing it all night), The Frenchmen has comfortable, but spare, rooms, with a rooftop terrace, a pool, and a hot tub. Some rooms have balconies over Frenchmen Street, which can be noisy; alternatively, back rooms away from the street can be requested ahead of time and are somewhat quieter.

Convention center lodgings with character can be hard to come by, but here, two century-old warehouses have been converted into a French colonial–style hotel with large, airy rooms that are comfortable and architecturally distinctive. The grand lobby has original hardwood floors and exposed-brick walls, and the lobby bar overlooks a pool and a lush garden courtyard. Rooms include four-poster beds and wood floors; many overlook a small park. The hotel is on the edge of the Warehouse District and across the street from the convention center; it's within walking distance of several popular restaurants, including Emeril's, Tommy's Cuisine, and Pêche.

A converted office building with large, comfortable, and pleasant rooms is an oasis in the midst of the bustling CBD. Just a few blocks from Bourbon Street, the hotel is also near many great restaurants, and the Canal Street streetcar is right outside the front door. A surprisingly lavish complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily, and free beer, wine, and snacks are served Wednesday evening.

Unique in its position as a hotel owned and operated by a museum (in partnership with Hilton), the Higgins is both an extension of the WWII Museum and a convenient, modern stay full of Art Deco touches and museum-quality photographs and art. Overall, there’s a 1940s theme that’s focused on the war, but with more positive tones than you might find at the museum across the street. Take Rosie’s On The Roof, for example: named after Rosie the Riveter, the gorgeous rooftop bar and terrace serving small bites and classic cocktails is an homage to the working women of America’s WWII homefront.

The superb river and city views are hard to beat, and the guest rooms come with all the modern amenities, in close proximity to shops and the casino. Dining options include a branch of Drago's, serving up some of the best oysters in town. When you're ready to work off all that great New Orleans food, the 90,000-square-foot Health Club by Hilton includes fitness classes, cardio equipment, and indoor racquetball, squash, tennis, and basketball courts.

This contemporary outpost in the heart of the historic French Quarter has trendy furnishings and a blacklighted lobby that combines urban chic with a voguish New Orleans vibe. Rooms are comfortable and colorfully decorated, with quality linens, flat-screen TVs, and modern furnishings. Nine have balconies. The heated saltwater pool in the courtyard is small but perfect for unwinding after a day of walking the Quarter, and the complimentary welcome cocktail served to guests in the Vive bar is a nice touch. There's also complimentary breakfast, and free in-room bottled water.

This memorably authentic inn feels nicely secluded yet close to the action. The bright, traditionally furnished rooms have 19th-century touches that include exposed-brick walls, and many overlook a lush courtyard with iron grillwork. It's like stepping back in time—but with all the modern conveniences.

A stay at this circa-1830 home offers some historic French Quarter elegance in a good location. Many rooms are pleasantly oversized, with marble bathrooms; four rooms have garden tubs and balconies overlooking Royal Street; and two have wet bars. Distinctly modern amenities complement the high ceilings and antebellum furnishings.

This intimate, four-story 1833 Creole town house is located on a quiet street close to the Old Ursuline Convent, yet just blocks from the Quarter's tourist attractions, shopping, and restaurants. The Campo family provides around-the-clock service: each morning, freshly brewed coffee and tea are served on the lush patio. Or, if you'd like breakfast out, just step across the street to the charming Croissant d'Or for pastries. Rooms are furnished with replica antiques; some have balconies, chandeliers, or ceiling fans.

Airy public spaces, landscaped courtyards, an attractive pool area, and some of the largest guest rooms in the Quarter create a sense of luxury here. Rooms have 12-foot ceilings, stylishly contemporary furnishings and views of either the French Quarter or the courtyards. The acclaimed Red Fish Grill serves as the signature restaurant, and Holmes, in the lobby, offers everything from room service breakfast to craft cocktails at the bar.

This eight-story hotel has a prime location, across the street from the Convention Center and less than a 15-minute walk from the French Quarter. The city's first Hyatt Place includes the brand's signature atrium, a fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and an on-site bar. Guest rooms come equipped with media and work centers, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and KenetMD bath products.

The most luxurious of the big convention hotels in the city, this 32-story business hotel has a cavernous lobby, a mega-ballroom, acres of meeting space, and spacious and well-appointed guest rooms, with natural-stone baths and iPod docking stations. A high-tech digital elevator system helps ensure you never have to wait too long for a ride to your room, even when the hotel is packed, as it often is. Well suited for business travelers and conventioneers, the lobby is outfitted with a FedEx office, a shoe-shine stand, and a Starbucks. The full-service on-site restaurant, 8 Block Kitchen & Bar, serves pub and New Orleans fare. The Vitascope Hall is a haven for burgers, beers, and watching the game.

The modern rose-granite structure overlooking St. Charles Avenue has large, well-lighted guest rooms, with contemporary, New Orleans--inspired furnishings. Breakfast at Pete's Pub features made-to-order omelet and waffle stations, while Trenasse, the hotel's restaurant from chef Jim Richard, serves up expertly executed south Louisiana coastal cuisine. Lafayette Square park is right next door.

Contemporary style pairs with luxe comforts in guest rooms attractively decorated with modern New Orleans flair. In this locally owned hotel, the lobby aims to wow, with 23-foot-high ceilings, ornate pilasters, marble floors, and artwork by New Orleans artists. Fine linens enhance the guest rooms, all with iHome docking stations, black-and-white photographs of jazz greats, and ceiling fans; bathrooms, which have either glass-enclosed showers or oversize bathtubs, are sleek and contemporary, stocked with Aveda bath products. The excellent cocktail bar, Loa, the domain of local celeb bar chef Abigail Gullo, is a favorite of locals, with a cool and shadowy vibe.

This 1950s hotel was once among the limited choices for stays in the city, and its spacious rooms are now part of the J Collection, catering to conventions and extended stay visitors as well as the individual traveler looking for an affordable, convenient base.

From its art-filled lobby and flamboyant Peacock Room lounge to its modern, well-appointed guest rooms, the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot is a distinctive addition to the CBD lodging scene. Guest rooms are sleek and minimalist, with industrial touches befitting the building's historic warehouse bones. Amenities include Bluetooth speakers, yoga mats, and Atelier Bloem bath products.

In this four-story, 1849 French-style manor house, each room has different details, from marble fireplaces to four-poster beds. Room nos. 21, 22, 23, 31, and 32 have private balconies with spectacular views. Breakfast can be brought to your room, served in the Victorian parlor, or enjoyed in the courtyard.

This sleek, modern property includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, upscale contemporary decor inspired by the Crescent City, and a great restaurant. Guest rooms are equipped with 55-inch plasma TVs and other luxe amenities. Bathrooms feature rain showers and Cinq Mondes spa bath products. The lobby, wallpapered with a map showing the curvature of the Mississippi River, is the place to go for illy coffee and the hotel's signature éclair. To encourage guests to explore the city, each room comes with free passes to the Ogden Museum of Southern Art and the WWII Museum.

One of the most regal hotels downtown offers romantic spaces, attentive service, and high-ceiling, traditionally furnished guest rooms in history-filled building dating to 1907. Magnificent chandeliers adorn the European-style lobby, a handsome collection of artwork lines the corridors, and the marble railing in the clubby Gallery Lounge is originally from the Grand Hotel in Paris. The opulent hotel lounge has 30-foot ceilings, marble columns, and a magnificent mahogany bar. It's great for an afternoon cocktail and bar nibbles.

Guests appreciate the personal friendliness of this old-fashioned, budget-friendly hotel, as well as nice touches such as the outdoor saltwater pool—all at a moderate rate in a great location. Some of the traditionally styled rooms have mirrored walls, walk-in closets, and brass ceiling fans; suites have small kitchens. Local hotel group J Collection took over ownership in 2019; as of spring 2024, the café and restaurant were still under renovation.

One of the friendliest large hotels in the city, this property stands out with stellar service and bright, oversized rooms. The West Indies–style lobby, with a striking front-desk collage of black-and-white New Orleans scenes, is very welcoming. Soothing colors and Italian bed linens enrich the pleasant rooms, which are among the largest and most well appointed in the city. (There's even an umbrella in every room in case guests forget to pack one.) Since guest accommodations are located on floors 11–21, all have great views of downtown or the river. Grand King rooms include large bathtubs and separate glass-enclosed showers. This may look like a typical chain hotel on the outside, but its quality and consistency set it far apart. There is an on-site spa and pool.

A good option for chic, loft-style digs, this hotel is so subtle from the outside that you may have trouble finding it among the surrounding buildings. Once inside, the atmosphere is sleek and seductive—Frank Lloyd Wright mixed with SoHo loft. Frette linens, Fortuny lamps, DVD surround-sound systems, and cavernous limestone bathrooms with Aveda amenities and stone vanity tables make this a stylish grownup retreat.

Suites at this laid-back inn are surprisingly spacious, and the cozy backyard comes with a hot tub, pool, and outdoor bar.

Formerly a bed-and-breakfast, this house now rents to large groups and comes with a saltwater pool, private baths in each room, and plenty of private space and amenities. Rooms are spacious with high ceilings, and some have private balconies. The friendly hosts are happy to give recommendations for drinking and dining, which will have you feeling like part of the neighborhood in no time.

Redolent of southern hospitality and historic elegance, this 1890s Victorian mansion is filled with antiques, local art, and many extra comforts. Rooms have high ceilings and large, luxurious baths; some have private balconies and sitting rooms. Homemade breakfast may include specialty egg dishes and praline French toast. Fresh-baked brownies and tea are served throughout the day; a complimentary fruit and cheese board is served in the charming front parlor on Friday and Saturday evening.