Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette French Quarter Area HotelvsThe Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel ranks significantly higher than Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette French Quarter Area Hotel. The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel comes in at 91 with positive reviews from 15 reviewers including Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette French Quarter Area Hotel
817 Common Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
From $104/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"The Renaissance chain weaves New Orleans's musical heritage into this 272-room reimagining of a Jazz Age high-rise, built in 1925."
Fodor's
"A great CBD choice that will appeal especially to food and drink aficianados, this boutique Marriott a block from Canal Street delivers comfort with large, quiet rooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"There is a strong jazz theme throughout the hotel, and every room features luxurious amenities, whimsical decor, spacious baths, and Herman Miller Aeron chairs."
Star Service
"One block off Canal Street and two blocks from the French Quarter, this hotel could be mistaken for a W Hotel given its modernist public areas." Full review
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There is construction going on at a neighboring building on Common Street so light sleepers should avoid that side of the hotel for now.
Zagat
4.3
"It's "easy walking to Bourbon Street" and easy living inside this "conveniently located" chain member in the CBD."
Gayot
"Provides subtle sophistication for upscale travelers and tons of meeting space for those doing business --- nine rooms to be exact, and they fill up quickly."
The Telegraph
8.0
"A knowingly modern hotel in the bustle of the city’s Central Business District. It’s more playful, though, than its corporate surroundings and ownership would suggest." 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