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The Royal Sonesta New OrleansvsRoyal St Charles Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. Overall, Royal Sonesta New Orleans is preferred by most professionals compared to Royal St Charles Hotel. Royal Sonesta New Orleans comes in at #5 in New Orleans with endorsements from 14 publications including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Frommer's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Not For Tourists
Fodor's
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300 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $126/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's "The contrast between the hurly-burly of Bourbon Street and the Sonesta's elegant lobby couldn't be greater -- this is one of the classiest hotels in the Quarter." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Royal Sonesta is Bourbon Street’s swankiest hotel, and guests can customize it to their level of party pleasure." Full review
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Low-key travelers should ask for a hushed interior room deep in the property.
DK Eyewitness "Covering almost a block in the Quarter, this hotel is like a little village with its own shops, cafés, courtyards, and personalities."
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Ask to be as far away from Bourbon Street as possible to avoid street noise.
Star Service "Spacious and beautifully appointed public rooms with marble floors, fountains and crystal chandeliers make this a prime rendezvous for locals and visitors. " Full review
Gayot "French style and New Orleans panache come together in this hotel's long, wide lobby, which is flanked by one of the French Quarter's lushest courtyards."
BlackBook "The balcony rooms over Nola's most vomited-upon boulevard offer guests the opportunity to soak in the festive ambience without the need for a Haz-Mat suit."
Zagat4.2
"The "gorgeous", "nicely decorated" quarters ("well appointed" with flat-screens and pillow-tops) at this French Quarter "favorite" sure feel "royal", but its real appeal is "location, location, location"."
Not For Tourists "A touch of class on Bourbon. First kiss-worthy courtyard."
Fodor's "Adding a touch of class to its Bourbon Street environs, the elegant Royal Sonesta is a French Quarter favorite." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Home to one of the largest and loveliest courtyard swimming pools in the city... an amazing place to relax." Full review
Royal St Charles Hotel DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot Oyster Not For Tourists
Jetsetter
135 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $101/night
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
- Business Center
DK Eyewitness "The slick exterior and boutique label make this hotel sound a little more exciting than it really is."
Star Service "This 10-story boutique-hotel offers a fair price for decent no-frills accommodations in a prime location, on the St. Charles Avenue Streetcar Line one block south of Canal Street." Full review
Gayot "Renovated in a style that is both bold and whimsical, this boutique property is just steps from the French Quarter and delights at every turn."
OysterMid-Range
"The 143-room Royal St. Charles is a colorful mid-range hotel in the Central Business District, near the French Quarter." Full review
Not For Tourists "Comfortable beds, but be wary of pricey valet parking."
Jetsetter "Business-friendly NOLA stay just a block from the French Quarter, with a buzzy lobby café and an upbeat spirit." Full review
