
New Orleans is the ideal destination for a couples' city break. Expect romantic evenings spent in atmospheric restaurants or listening to live jazz, and days spent wandering the historic streets. For the perfect getaway for two, the place you stay is just as important as the location. With this in mind, our Hotel Gurus have compiled a collection of the best romantic hotels in New Orleans. The list includes everything from charming heritage properties, where you can expect an opulent stay with four-poster beds and chandeliers, to decadent hotels with spoiling spas. There are some great value options too. With something for everyone, why not browse through our collection to start planning your next break?
For a B&B

- Maison Perrier is a charming 19th-century home converted into an award-winning B&B in the Garden District. Quaint decor marries the old and the new with fireplaces, wooden floors, and antiques. For a real treat, book the 'Uptown Romance' package which includes honeymoon-style rooms, spoiling massages and special dining in nearby restaurants.
For a heritage stay

- Hotel Peter and Paul lies within a collection of beautifully restored heritage properties including a former schoolhouse and a convent. With beautifully appointed rooms (with clawfoot bathtubs), historic grounds and an upmarket bar, book this hotel for an elegant romantic getaway.
- Terrell House is an Italianate stucco mansion with authentic period features in the Lower Garden District. Southern-inspired interiors feature exquisite antique furnishings and oriental rugs in beautifully appointed rooms. For couples, the Main House suites have chandeliers, silk draperies, four poster beds & decorative fireplaces.
- Bienville House is a chic traditional hotel boasting an elegant pool, lavish rooms, Old World decor, four-poster beds, terraces, and hand-painted murals. Packed full of character, this is a glamorous and romantic spot in a top location in the French Quarter.
- Marigny Manor House is a charming Antebellum-style property. Opulent and romantic decor stays faithful to the Greek Revival origins; expect chandeliers, antiques, plantation shutters, plaster moulding and double-height ceilings. With a hot tub on the porch, this is an intimate stay for two.
For luxury

- The Eliza Jane is a luxury hotel set in a restored 19th-century building. Inside, exposed, painted brick walls preserve a sense of the building's heritage, while plush furnishings with brass accents add some serious style. With romantic suites and a cosy French brasserie perfect for a special dinner, this is ideal for a couples' city break.
- Hotel Monteleone is a supremely elegant four-star hotel dating back to 1886. Set in the French Quarter it is just minutes from the action. However, inside is an oasis of calm with opulent design (think chandeliers and antiques), the popular Carousel Bar, a heated rooftop pool, and a full-service day spa, which make this a romantic choice.
- 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 making it ideal for a spoiling couples' break.
For a boutique

- The Mercantile Hotel is a hip all-suite boutique situated in the happening Warehouse Arts District. The historic building's original exposed brick walls and industrial touches add character to the super-spacious contemporary suites. With couples' packages available, this is an on-trend choice for a city break for two.
- Soniat House is set across two colonial townhouses right in the heart of the French quarter. Now a charming boutique hotel, you can expect elegant interiors, leafy courtyards, and warm Southern hospitality. An intimate choice, ideal for those who want an authentic traditional experience.
- The Cornstalk Hotel is an elegantly converted Victorian inn. The property's original style remains with chandeliers, antiques, canopy beds, fireplaces, and opulent wallpaper — the perfect setting for romance. A classy old-world boutique well suited to couples who want to explore the area on foot.
- Hotel Maison de Ville is a small boutique hotel housed in a historic New Orleans house, once the home of Tennessee Williams. With characterful rooms featuring period details, private terraces for a quiet drink, and an adult-only policy — this is a cosy base for two.
For contemporary style

- W New Orleans is a stylish modern stay perfectly placed in Downtown. Choose this property for the hip 'W hotel' feel, the high tech rooms, the fine dining restaurant, and the gorgeous pool. For couples, the Studio with a private courtyard and outdoor hot tub is a romantic choice.
- La Galerie Hotel is a contemporary boutique hotel. The historic building houses fresh, stylish rooms with an all-white palette, hardwood floors, unique art, and exposed brick. Dine, drink and admire art on-site. A hip choice well suited to young and trendy couples.
For a hip stay

- Royal Street Inn is a trendy bar with rooms in the central and bohemian Faubourg Marigny. Suites are spacious and sexy; think designer furniture, funky artwork, mood-lighting and curated modernist style. The bar stays open until 3 am on weeknights and 5 am on weekends; prioritise partying over sleep here!
For a spa

- Windsor Court Hotel is a grand dame of a hotel well located beside the French Quarter. Despite the 300+ rooms and suites, this hotel has an intimate feel. Interiors are elegant and traditional and boast an impressive British old master art collection. Complete with an award-winning spa and rooftop pool — a spoiling choice for couples.
Still not sure where to book?