Bienville HousevsThe Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. Overall, The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel scores significantly higher than Bienville House. The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel ranks #3 in New Orleans with recommendations from 15 publications like BlackBook, Oyster and The Telegraph.
Bienville House
320 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $129/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Located near the Mississippi River, the Bienville's guest rooms are furnished with antiques, and attractions in the Quarter and the CBD are nearby." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Straddling two busy French Quarter streets, the historic Bienville House is as an urban oasis, with tropical rooftop terraces and a soothing courtyard." Full review
Star Service
"These units are just as lovely as the other digs, and they are also some of the quietest rooms in this part of the city.
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Gayot
"Well located a few blocks into the French Quarter, the Bienville offers good access to the convention center, Harrah's casino and the CBD."
The Telegraph
8.0
"There’s an intimate yet stately feel to this low-profile property on the edges of the French Quarter, and the historic tradition of hospitality in this location shines through despite its modest size." Full review
Frommer's
"This boutique hotel, owned by the Monteleone, injects a touch of class here and there...rooms are showing their age, but have high ceilings and French reproduction furnishings" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Bienville is the definition of a well-executed historic French Quarter hotel." Full review
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel Show All Reviews
123 Baronne Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
From $130/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Roosevelt is a movie star of a hotel: grand, glam, confident, memorable." Full review
Concierge
"In a city that has more than its share of historic hotels, the Roosevelt, which originally opened in 1893, is the only New Orleans hotel that truly deserves the title of grande dame."
Fodor's
"Here's a chance to stay in one of the truly iconic hotels in New Orleans—from its glittering lobby to each beautiful, traditionally furnished guest room, the Roosevelt offers a grand experience." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This grand property, just one street west of the French Quarter, embraces the elegance and drama of 1893 New Orleans." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This historic hotel, which was once the New Orleans headquarters of Louisiana political boss Huey Long, fully embraces its colorful past."
Gayot
"Built in 1893 and renamed the Roosevelt Hotel in 1923 in honor of Theodore Roosevelt, this hotel has returned to its former glory after a $135 million renovation as a Waldorf Astoria property."
BlackBook
"Presidents, movie stars, pop singers. Everybody who's anybody has stayed at the Roosevelt. Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong have headlined the renowned Blue Room."
Zagat
4.7
"Enjoy the true feeling of historic New Orleans" at this "elegant" "oasis", a blend of "old-world comfort and luxury" and "modern updates"."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"With its majestic, block-long lobby, this was the city’s elite establishment when it opened in 1893." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The grandeur of the hotel's gilded lobby and the Prohibition-style Sazerac Bar, clad in African walnut and Paul Ninas murals, earn this historic gem top marks." Full review