The 5 Best Five Star Hotels in New Orleans

New Orleans is undeniably one of the best cities in the United States for a city break. With heady decadence, spend days feasting at renowned Southern restaurants, listening to Jazz, or partying the night away! This is a fun loving city which also boasts beautiful historic architecture and plenty of museums and galleries for more traditional sightseeing. Many of the best five star hotels in New Orleans are set in converted historic buildings and are particularly memorable for their grand architecture. Our hotel experts have scanned the city to provide a guide of the best options based on their design, location, amenities and (of course) that famed Southern hospitality. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next trip?

For the location

• Ritz Carlton New Orleans is a grand stately hotel offering a prime position on the edge of the city's historic French Quarter and just a stroll from the restaurants and attractions of downtown and CBD. Take advantage of the hotel's fine dining, wonderfully indulgent rooms, and full-service spa as you dip in and out of the property between sightseeing.
• Windsor Court Hotel is another option set on the outskirts of the French Quarter. Despite the 300+ rooms and suites this hotel has an intimate feel with stand out service and none of that replicated chain feel. Interiors are elegant and traditional and boast an impressive British old master art collection. A grown up choice.

For families

• The Roosevelt is a historic five-star set in an imposing building well-positioned in CBD. Interiors are grand with high ceilings and chandeliers while rooms are well-appointed and luxurious. With an excellent spa and rooftop pool this is not immediately an obvious family choice. However you'll find kids' options in the restaurants and even the spa, plus seasonal children’s programmes. Perfect for all the family.

For great value

• NOPSI Hotel is a chicly converted utility office located near CBD. Vast rooms are cleanly styled while the dining options, atmospheric gin bar and chic rooftop pool make this an alluring stay. With rooms starting at just $120 it is great value too!

For a decadent stay

• Maison de La Luz is luxurious and intimate in the extreme - glittering with the essence of New Orleans decadence and style. With custom furniture and a bespoke concierge service, this establishment gives a true sense of Southern elegance, glamour, and hospitality.

Still not sure where to book?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay New Orleans.
• Widen your search to include all our recommendations in Louisiana.
• Have a look at all our recommendations near the cruise port in New Orleans.
• Alternatively, feel free to call or email one of our gurus for advice.

  • Ritz Carlton New Orleans New Orleans (Central Business District) 527 rooms from AU$482

    
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    Local exploring  -  Perfectly located near the historic French Quarter with easy access to the attractions and restaurants of downtown and CBD areas

    5* Luxury  -  This grand dame has all the luxury trimmings from elegant interiors to a spoiling spa and fine dining

    Spa  -  One of the few 'destination spas' in the city - spread out on the ground floor level with 22 treatment rooms

    Restaurant  -  M Bistro is a semi-casual farm-to-table dining spot with Louisiana influences in the menu

    

    Well-positioned by the French Quarter and beautifully styled, this grand dame of a hotel is one of the city's most indulgent spots. Spacious rooms and suites are traditionally designed and the lounges feel like something from a stately home. The full-service spa and fine dining complete the picture. See More

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  • The Roosevelt New Orleans (Central Business District) 504 rooms from AU$345

    
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    Families  -  Very family friendly with kids' options in the restaurants and even the spa plus seasonal children’s programmes are organised

    Local exploring  -  Set in the Central Business District meaning it is just a short walk to the French Quarter and Canal Street

    Historic  -  This century-old building offers a classic stay in the heart of the city

    Restaurant  -  A good range of eateries that vary from a casual cafe to an American fine dining restaurant

    

    A historic five-star set in an imposing building well-positioned in CBD. The chandelier adorned lobby is an impressive entrance while rooms are slightly more subdued, yet well-appointed and luxurious. Expect a spoiling spa, rooftop pool, numerous eateries, and high-end service. Luxury defined. See More

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  • Windsor Court Hotel New Orleans (Warehouse District) 316 rooms from AU$380

    
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    Artworks

    Cooking classes  -  Food lovers and historians should head to Southern Food & Beverage Museum to learn about Southern cuisine.

    Sights nearby  -  Tours galore - from boat to walking, plantation to city - be sure to catch one of them.

    

    Top New Orleans luxury hotel offers southern hospitality, spa and rooftop pool, and a great art collection. Light, airy rooms decorated in the English style, top notch service. See More

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  • NOPSI Hotel New Orleans (Central Business District) 217 rooms from AU$179

    
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    Local exploring  -  Set in the Central Business District, offering easy access to the French Quarter and the Warehouse/Arts district

    Sights nearby  -  Visit Jackson Square to admire the spectacular St Louis Cathedral

    Restaurant  -  Public Service serves up dishes inspired by the Gulf Coast

    Swimming Pool  -  Roof terrace pool

    

    Once a utility office now a surprisingly grand hotel. NOPSI offers a great location in the Central Business District alongside exciting dining options, an atmospheric gin bar and a chic rooftop pool. Rooms are vast and cleanly styled. A great value stay in the heart of the city. See More

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  • Maison de la Luz New Orleans (Warehouse District) 67 rooms from AU$469

    
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    City Style  -  A short walk away from the French Quarter and Storyville, this property is set in the beating heart of the New Orleans nightlife

    Hideaway  -  Private sanctuary and reverie are the watchwords of this furtive yet flamboyant establishment, the ideal luxury bolthole

    Romantic Break  -  Decadent and plush, rooms are equipped with bespoke and louche amenities and design to set a romantic scene

    Sights nearby  -  Around the corner from Lafayette Square and a short walk from Spanish Plaza and the picturesque French Quarter

    

    Luxurious and intimate in the extreme, Maison de la Luz glitters with the essence of New Orleans decadence and style. Custom furniture, fixtures, fittings and a bespoke concierge service. This establishment gives a true sense of Southern elegance, glamour, and hospitality. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 24th May 2021