Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Royal Sonesta New Orleans sits at 300 Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, Louisiana, at the lively Canal Street end of the city's most famous thoroughfare. Jackson Square, the riverfront and the streetcar terminus on Canal Street are all within a ten- to fifteen-minute walk, and the airport is roughly 25-30 minutes away by car. The hotel is a large, full-service property with a luxury positioning, and its signature feature is the way it blends Bourbon Street energy with a calmer interior. Many rooms have wrought-iron balconies overlooking the Quarter, while others face an interior courtyard garden and pool, which gives visitors a quieter retreat from the street below. Room types include King rooms, Double Queen rooms and Balcony Suites, with nightly rates generally between about US$200 and US$500 depending on the season. Listed amenities include a restaurant, a bar, a swimming pool, a fitness center and the landscaped courtyard. Dining and drinking options on the premises are casual to upscale, and the hotel sits among many restaurants, jazz clubs and bars, so guests rarely need to travel far for a meal. The courtyard is a pleasant place for morning coffee or an evening drink away from the crowds. Service is oriented to a broad mix of guests: leisure couples, groups, families and conference travelers all use the property. Because Bourbon Street is lively late into the night, rooms facing the street can be noisy, particularly on weekends and during Mardi Gras, while courtyard-facing rooms are considerably quieter. Balcony rooms are in demand during parades and festivals, so early reservation is wise. The location makes the hotel a convenient base for first-time visitors who want to be at the center of the Quarter's nightlife, music and food scene. Valet parking is typically offered for a daily fee, and rideshares can reach the front entrance, though traffic on and around Bourbon Street is restricted to pedestrians in the evening on the main strip.