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The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria HotelvsBourbon Orleans Hotel
Both Bourbon Orleans Hotel and The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel scores significantly higher than Bourbon Orleans Hotel. The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel scores 91 with recommendations from 15 reviews like Fodor's, Concierge and Afar Magazine.
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Gayot
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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."
Zagat4.7
"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
Bourbon Orleans Hotel Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service Gayot BlackBook
Not For Tourists
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph Afar Magazine
Time Out Show All Reviews
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA 70116
From $149/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "With a location that's about as central as it gets, plus upgraded, spacious guest rooms, this lodging remains one of the most popular options on Bourbon Street." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"A grand Southern hotel with a haunting past, the Bourbon Orleans is home to a delicious Creole restaurant; a signature cocktail in its popular bar; and 218 attractive, elegant rooms." Full review
Star Service "At Bourbon Street, across from the St. Louis Cathedral, this remarkable 1815 structure is a four-story evocation of Vieux Carre architecture with celery-green filigree." Full review
Gayot "Its elegant marble lobby strikes a demure tone and provides a dramatic contrast to the rowdy street scene outside."
BlackBook "Sensible and unpretentious, the Bourbon Orleans is the luxury hotel for those who feel the top of the line places get a bit too over the top."
Not For Tourists "Do you believe in ghosts? America's most haunted hotel..."
Condé Nast Traveler91.7
"Bourbon Orleans might just be the Grande Dame of French Quarter hotels." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A former grand ballroom and then a convent, this French Quarter institution has seen every side of Bourbon Street life." Full review
Afar Magazine "Guest rooms are well-appointed and comfy, with plantation-shuttered windows, plush beds and sleek bathrooms. " Full review
Time Out "Located in the French Quarter, this hotel offers some of the best views of Jackson Square and the St. Louis Cathedral...while the building is of a bygone era, the amenities are modern. " Full review
