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The Soniat House HotelvsThe Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Both hotels are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Soniat House scores slightly better than Royal Sonesta New Orleans. Soniat House comes in at #4 in New Orleans with positive reviews from 17 publications including Travel + Leisure, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
The Soniat House Hotel
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1133 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70116
From $325/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The recipient of endless tributes from various prestigious travel journals, the wonderful and romantic Soniat House lives up to the hype, though prices can be daunting." Full review
Concierge "A speck of tranquility in the French Quarter, and possibly the finest small hotel in the city."
Fodor's "Many regular New Orleans visitors consider this handsome oasis the city's finest hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The combination of luxury boutique accommodations and French Quarter setting distinguishes the Soniat House as one of New Orleans' most desirable hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Soniat House is a favorite with visiting celebrities and millionaires."
Star Service "This is a labor of love overseen by a couple keen on local culture and antiques." Full review
Michelin Guide "A short walk from Cafe du Monde, this classic Creole-style town house in the French Quarter hasn't changed much since its beginnings in 1930."
Gayot "A serene ambience and stunning appointments have long made this a favorite of low-key stars such as Paul Newman (back in the day) and Robert Duvall."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Located on a quieter street, this hotel provide a good option for those wanting to explore the area and its history while avoiding the party scene on Bourbon Street." Full review
Afar Magazine "If big box hotels and their generic fixtures aren't for you, but you're also averse to doilies, consider this 33-room hideaway on a quiet stretch of Chartres Street." Full review
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Frommer's Oyster DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
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Not For Tourists Fodor's Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
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
